Chicago-Based Strategic Sourcing Manager - NA MRO & Cost

Lactalis USA

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 150,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off from day one

Education reimbursement

Retirement plan contributions

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Lactalis USA, a world leader in dairy, is hiring a Strategic Sourcing Manager based in Chicago, IL. You will develop, lead, and implement short- and mid-term purchasing strategies across industrial categories, working with stakeholders to meet budget objectives and guidelines under the Senior Procurement Manager, Indirect, North America.

The role requires a track record of cost efficiency, cross-functional collaboration, and strong negotiation skills, with travel up to 20% and bilingual

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher required; relevant experience acceptable.
5–7 years in procurement, preferably in a food company.
Experience with manufacturing and/or MRO purchasing helpful.

Responsibilities

Develop and lead North American sourcing strategies for industrial categories.
Lead projects and bids with suppliers to ensure best-in-class service and cost.
Identify cost savings opportunities across industrial spend.
Collaborate with industrial, logistics, operations, finance, quality and safety teams.
Support global negotiations and provide pricing specs and vendor listings.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Leadership

Negotiation

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

University degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

The role requires a track record of cost efficiency, cross-functional collaboration, and strong negotiation skills, with travel up to 20% and bilingual

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