Sr. Procurement Manager

Description

• Actively participate in the continuous development of team members.
• Manage supplier audits, business reviews and other supplier relationship management partnership strategies to enhance delivered value, quality, innovation and service to the client.
• Develop and execute end-to-end eRFP’s of varying complexity.
• Actively identify and contribute to / lead improvement projects and initiatives.
• Employ C&W best practices, policies, processes, tools and templates to include both C&W corporate and Client account specifications.
• Partner with Category Managers and preferred suppliers to realize increased value creation for both C&W and the Client.
• Oversee the development, installation, utilization and maintenance of data in tracking & reporting tools.
• Contribute to the advancement, implementation and utilization of advanced technology.
• Conduct change management activities and applicable training as required.
• Utilize technology and tools to manage document management governance and compliance for documents ranging from COI’s to MSA’s.
• Work cross-functionally with departments to problem-solve and complete projects / initiatives.
• Develop, maintain and lead implementation of a global strategic sourcing roadmap and related category sourcing strategies to realize identified value creation opportunities.
• Interpret legal and business implications of contractual terms & conditions; advise stakeholders of contractual rights / risks and make recommendations in relation to addressing COI risk, obligations, effective use of legal resources, and other contractual matters.
• Directly engage with the Client, Account Management Team, Suppliers, C&W Corporate and other key stakeholders to develop a positive, productive partnership with Procurement to enable continuous value creation delivery.
• Implement programs and initiatives, and manage applicable governance processes, to ensure achievement of all assigned goals, metrics and KPIs.
• Analyze account-wide data, benchmarks, market research, case studies and processes to constantly identify and maximize value creation opportunities ranging from cost savings to innovation application.
• Guide EMEA and APAC category-specific sourcing strategy development and execution.

Requirements

• Analytical and quantitative skills to analyze and interpret information / data into actionable insights.
• Previous direct supervisory experience.
• Self-motivated and works independently to find solutions quickly and efficiently
• Experience using procurement technology such as e-RFPs, reverse auctions, e-catalogs, and contract management systems.
• Bachelor’s degree is required. MBA or Master's Degree preferred.
• Resilient: We navigate uncertainty with courage and adapt to deliver impactful outcomes.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and executing facility service category management strategies.
• Experience effectively leading cross-functional teams.
• Project management experience.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, results-oriented environment
• Demonstrated experience effectively communicating and working with all levels of management.
• Demonstrated proficiency and longevity in leading, developing and executing multiple end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives simultaneously for high-spend facility / real estate service categories.
• 9+ years’ experience in procurement with at least 5 of those years directly developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives, ideally in facilities-related categories.
• Proficiency in preparing / negotiating agreements & amendments, and interpreting risks / outcomes / recommendations to stakeholders.
• Experience leading teams in a remote setting, ideally inclusive of outside NAM.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and delivering presentations to executive-level management.
• Experience in procurement operations.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance