What you will do:We are looking for a passionate and strategic Sr. Procurement Manager to lead a team of 6 buyers in driving growth and profitability for our Chillers Product Business Unit (PBU).
You will be a key member of the PBU leadership team reporting to the Director of Procurement.
You will provide innovative procurement solutions and foster a high-performing team environment in a business experiencing rapid expansion.How you will do it:Lead with a Growth Mindset: Identify and develop new sourcing opportunities with a focus on business expansion and category growth.Drive Continuous Improvement: Cultivate a growth-minded approach within your team, promoting supplier innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.Foster Strong Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, demonstrating high emotional intelligence and effective communication skills.Lead a High-Performing Team: Develop and coach a team of 6 buyers, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment.Develop and Execute Procurement Strategy: Collaborate with the PBU leadership team to define and execute strategic procurement initiatives that optimize spend within the ~1B annual budget.Manage End-to-End NPI Support: Provide comprehensive procurement support for new product introductions (NPI) within the PBU.Lead Negotiations: Secure optimal pricing, terms, and quality through strategic negotiations with critical suppliers.Drive Operational Excellence: Ensure team compliance with established procurement processes and participate in continuous improvement efforts.Develop Team Capabilities: Champion continuing education for your team to enhance their effectiveness and build strong supplier relationships.Promote Sustainability: Identify and implement sustainable procurement practices within the global supply chain.What we look for:Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or equivalent; an MBA is a plus.Minimum 6-10 years of experience in a multinational organization.Minimum 6 years of experience in a Strategic Sourcing role, preferably with Direct Materials.Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams within a matrix environment.Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle ambiguity and complex situations.Working knowledge of SAP or other equivalent ERP systems.Experience negotiating complex supply contracts.Ability to travel 10% globally and domestically.#J-18808-Ljbffr