Procurement Category Specialist supporting construction, facilities, and property services across EMEA at DS Smith. Driving value and ensuring compliance while collaborating with various stakeholders in procurement activities.
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Hybrid Lead Procurement Analyst, Supplier Inclusion
Posted 2 weeks ago
About the role
- Lead Procurement Analyst managing Supplier Inclusion Program within the procurement organization at American Family Insurance. Leading teams and optimizing procurement processes for organizational goals.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic vision and roadmap for procurement program
- Lead a team of procurement specialists and analysts
- Establish strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization
- Define and implement standardized procurement processes
- Lead strategic sourcing and supplier management activities
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement program
Requirements
- Strong understanding of procurement processes and best practices
- Extensive experience leading cross-functional teams
- Proficiency in procurement systems and tools (e.g., ERP software)
- Excellent analytical skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives
- Demonstrated leadership abilities, including team management
- Experience deploying procure-to-pay/supply chain processes
- Experience leading large complex projects
- Knowledge of contract negotiation techniques
Benefits
- comprehensive medical, dental, vision and wellbeing benefits
- 401(k) contribution
- pension plan
- annual incentive
- 9 paid holidays
- paid time off program (23 days accrued annually for full-time employees)
- student loan repayment program
- paid-family leave
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