Senior Procurement Manager

JD.COM

Irvine (CA)

On-site

USD 84,545 - 112,113

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

JD.COM is looking for a Senior Procurement Manager to spearhead procurement activities in the U.S. This role involves developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring supply chain resilience. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills and extensive experience in strategic sourcing within the e-commerce or logistics sector. This position is crucial for aligning procurement strategies with the company's growth objectives and fostering a sustainable and efficient supply chain.

Qualifications

7+ years of progressive procurement/sourcing experience.
Proven track record in strategic sourcing and contract negotiation.
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in procurement tools.

Responsibilities

Develop category strategies for key spend areas.
Lead end-to-end procurement processes including RFx and contract negotiation.
Identify cost-saving opportunities through market analysis.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance

Master’s degree or CPSM/CPM certification

Tools

SAP Ariba

Coupa

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We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Procurement Manager to lead procurement activities for JD.com’s U.S. operations. Based in Irvine, CA, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, optimize costs, and ensure supply chain resilience. This role requires strong negotiation skills, analytical acumen, and the ability to collaborate across global teams to support JD.com’s growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing: Develop category strategies for key spend areas (e.g., logistics, IT, marketing, operations) to drive cost savings, innovation, and risk mitigation.
Supplier Management: Lead end-to-end procurement processes, including RFx, contract negotiation, supplier selection, and performance evaluation.
Cost Optimization: Identify cost-saving opportunities through market analysis, competitive bidding, and value engineering without compromising quality.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with internal stakeholders (Logistics, Finance, Legal, Marketing) to align procurement strategies with business goals.
Risk Management: Proactively assess supply chain risks and implement contingency plans to ensure business continuity.
Compliance & Sustainability: Ensure adherence to JD.com’s procurement policies, ethical standards, and sustainability goals.
Team Leadership: Mentor junior procurement staff and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field.
7+ years of progressive procurement/sourcing experience, preferably in e-commerce, retail, or logistics.
Proven track record in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management.
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in spend analysis and procurement tools (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa).
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills.
Ability to thrive in a global, matrixed organization.

Preferred

Master’s degree or CPSM/CPM certification.
Experience in U.S. and international procurement.
Knowledge of supply chain finance and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) principles.
Proficiency in Mandarin (advantageous for global collaboration).

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