Global Procurement Leader: Strategy & Supplier Excellence

Cushman & Wakefield; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 132,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield in Providence seeks a Sr. Manager, Global Procurement Lead to oversee procurement for a client account, develop strategies, and drive cost-effective purchasing while leading a team of procurement professionals.

This role collaborates with finance and operations, uses supplier performance data, and applies AI-based analytics to optimize resources and forecasting. The position requires strong negotiation and contract management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field required.
• MBA or related Master's Degree preferred.
• 7+ years' experience in Procurement/Strategic Sourcing, ideally in facility services or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Manage global procurement relationships with Client, Account Management Team, Vendors, C&W Corporate and other key stakeholders.
• Develop and implement a procurement strategy based on identified opportunities.
• Lead high complexity RFPs, analyze responses, negotiate and secure results.
• Analyze account-wide spend, vendors, operations and processes to identify opportunities for value creation.
• Advise management on contractual rights, obligations, and related matters.
• Leverage AI-powered analytics to optimize team resource allocation and capacity planning.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract management

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

MBA or related Master's Degree preferred

Tools

e-RFPs

Reverse auctions

e-catalogs

Contract management systems

Job description

Cushman & Wakefield in Providence seeks a Sr. Manager, Global Procurement Lead to oversee procurement for a client account, develop strategies, and drive cost-effective purchasing while leading a team of procurement professionals.

This role collaborates with finance and operations, uses supplier performance data, and applies AI-based analytics to optimize resources and forecasting. The position requires strong negotiation and contract management skills.