Procurement Manager responsible for supplier engagement and procurement strategy execution. Driving efficiencies and supporting business units at M&G Investments.
About the role
- IT Procurement Senior Manager leading procurement strategies and initiatives for IT category at McCormick. Focusing on cost optimization, stakeholder satisfaction and managing procurement projects globally.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the IT category and development of strategies and programs to optimize cost, rationalize the supply base and bring value to the Corporation while mitigating risk.
- Includes strategic execution activity supporting Indirect spend initiatives.
- Management of Procurement for the IT category globally.
- Leads negotiations for the procurement of all goods and services delivering optimal TCO (Cost, Quality, Delivery, Innovation).
- Develops and implements strategies to deliver cost savings and value enhancement while mitigating risk to the Corporation.
- Promotes high level of stakeholder satisfaction at all levels in supporting the needs of Divisional projects & requirements for procurement guidance & leadership.
- Participates in the procurement planning and forecasting process to establish cost savings and provide explanations for price variances at Division level.
- Participates and leads change management efforts while creating true alignment & integration internally with stakeholders and business partners and externally with suppliers.
- Partner with IT, finance, and legal teams to ensure procurement aligns with business needs and compliance requirements.
- Acts as internal consultant with end to end procurement responsibility for major IT projects and strategic suppliers.
- Develops and implements strategic sourcing strategies for IT hardware, software, cloud services, and telecommunications.
- Drives procurement process improvements, automation, and best practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Accounting or applicable field of study (will accept 20+ years relevant experience in lieu of the degree)
- 8+ years in Purchasing/Supply Chain environment with appropriate business experience
- 5+ yrs project management, execution of large, multiple or cross-functional projects
- Proven experience and success in leading major cost savings initiatives and cross functional teams.
- Thorough knowledge of industries for assigned categories.
- Good understanding of material functionality, material flow and handling to optimize supply chain effectiveness.
- McCormick product and business knowledge.
- Knowledge of Company priorities and strategic direction (internal)
- Ability to assess and analyze of moderately complex business opportunities.
- Ability to deal with diverse and sometimes conflicting priorities.
- Sound and comprehensive communication and diplomacy skills
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Career growth opportunities
- Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
- Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness
- Tuition assistance
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