Procurement Process Improvement & Strategy Manager

Stanley Black & Decker; Towson (MD); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool discounts

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker is seeking a Strategic Initiatives & Process Improvement Manager for Purchased Components. The role is hybrid, based in Towson, MD with options across multiple US locations, and involves standardizing procurement processes and leading strategic initiatives within the Purchased Components Global Supply Management team.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, map processes, and drive lean improvements, while developing detailed project plans and communication

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and data analysis techniques.
• Ability to effectively lead meetings, set agendas, document minutes, and monitor deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements.
• Identify inefficiencies in procurement processes and implement improvements via process mapping and lean methods.
• Streamline workflows and automate processes where possible.
• Collaborate with leadership to define scope, objectives and timelines for strategic initiatives.
• Develop and execute communication plans and provide updates to stakeholders.
• Develop detailed milestone plans with deliverables and dependencies across groups.
• Identify risks, develop mitigations and drive continuous improvement.
• Follow standardized Program Management guidelines and maintain documentation.
• Enhance KPI tracking through process standardization and automation.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Project management tools

Data analysis techniques

Job description

Stanley Black & Decker is seeking a Strategic Initiatives & Process Improvement Manager for Purchased Components. The role is hybrid, based in Towson, MD with options across multiple US locations, and involves standardizing procurement processes and leading strategic initiatives within the Purchased Components Global Supply Management team.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, map processes, and drive lean improvements, while developing detailed project plans and communication