This position supervises over a dozen sourcing and procurement professionals. This role will interface with many departments and the teams they support. This is an opportunity to manage over $500 million in spend with projects upwards of $100 million each.
Company Information
This is a Fortune 500 company in operation for over 60 years. In 2017, the company had sales over $7.5 billion and operates in over 35 countries. With over 14,000 employees, the culture is innovative and community-focused on many local and national charity programs.
Responsibilities
- Develop strategies and lead the negotiations and execution of projects.
- Interface with multiple departments and the teams they support.
- Manage the team to achieve company goals and objectives.
- Develop innovative solutions to leverage the company’s position across the supply chain.
- Lead sourcing reviews with cross-functional teams.
- Implement new approaches and execution strategies to improve operating costs.
- Negotiate supply, price, or agreements to support competitive offerings.
- Develop a staff of exceptional professionals.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's in engineering or business area. MBA degree is a plus.
- 15 years of experience including supervisory/management.
- 10 years involving procurement.
- Experience in contracts and contractual language.
- Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.