Manager, Procurement Category Mgt (MRO)

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The Indirect Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the entire indirect procurement function within the organization. They develop and execute procurement strategies to ensure cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance with business policies and goals. This includes managing the procurement process, sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and monitoring supplier performance.

The Indirect Procurement Manager collaborates with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to identify business needs, establish procurement priorities, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. They also manage the budget for the assigned category, track procurement expenditure and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Key responsibilities include evaluating and monitoring suppliers' capabilities, negotiating favorable terms, and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers. The Indirect Procurement Manager must have an exceptional understanding of the business to mitigate risks, evaluate opportunities, involve multi-functional groups when needed, and support decision-making.

This role is at manager level, which brings the responsibility for overseeing and coordinating the work of direct reports. This includes setting goals, making decisions, allocating resources, and ensuring objectives are met. It also includes planning, organizing, and controlling activities, providing guidance and support to employees, and serving as a liaison between their team and upper management. Managers foster a positive work environment, promote teamwork, and resolve conflicts.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Developing and implementing procurement strategies to identify and select suppliers that meet the organization's needs in terms of quality, cost, and delivery. This involves conducting market research, evaluating supplier capabilities, and negotiating contracts
• Managing relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services, resolve any issues or disputes, and maintain a strong supplier base. This includes monitoring supplier performance, conducting supplier audits, and implementing improvement plans when necessary
• Identifying cost-saving opportunities and implementing strategies to optimize procurement spending. This involves analyzing pricing trends, negotiating favorable terms and conditions, and implementing cost reduction initiatives
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts with suppliers to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including managing contract renewals, amendments, and terminations
• Identifying and mitigating risks associated with the procurement process, such as supply chain disruptions, quality issues, and compliance risks, involving implementing risk assessment procedures, developing contingency plans, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations
• Cross-functional collaboration with internal stakeholders, such as finance, operations, and legal departments, to understand their procurement needs and align procurement strategies with overall business objectives, including participating in cross-functional teams and providing procurement expertise and guidance
• Continuously improving procurement processes and systems to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and increase productivity, involving analyzing current processes, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing best practices and automation tools
• Promoting supplier diversity and sustainability initiatives by identifying and engaging with diverse suppliers and implementing sustainable procurement practices
• Analyzing procurement data, such as spend analysis, supplier performance metrics, and market trends, to identify opportunities for improvement and provide regular reports to management
• Ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures, as well as relevant laws and regulations, such as ethical sourcing practices, anti-corruption laws, and data privacy regulations
• Ensure the new employee gets the necessary training and agenda to integrate into the team
• Managers are responsible for setting performance expectations, providing feedback, and conducting performance evaluations. They should regularly communicate with employees about their performance, identify areas for improvement, and recognize and reward achievements
• Managers are responsible for identifying and supporting the development needs of their employees. This may involve creating individual development plans, providing training opportunities, mentoring, and coaching to help employees enhance their skills and reach their career goals
• Managers work with their team members to set clear and achievable goals that align with the overall organizational objectives. They should ensure that goals are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART), and provide guidance and support to help employees achieve them
• Managers play a crucial role in creating a positive and engaging work environment. They should foster a sense of belonging, promote teamwork and collaboration, and recognize and appreciate the contributions of their team members. This helps to boost morale, motivation, and productivity
• Managers should identify and develop potential successors within their team or department. They should assess employee skills and potential, provide growth opportunities, and prepare employees for future leadership roles

REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL

• Bachelor's degree required in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Agriculture Economics or a related field
• MBA Degree is not required, but preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including but not limited to Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• SAP, Ariba, Power BI experience preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 7 years of purchasing, leadership experience or demonstrated leadership experience in a related operational field such as Manufacturing, Logistics, or Technical
• Experience managing day-to-performance and career growth for multiple direct reports is preferred
• In-depth knowledge of and experience with global procurement and sourcing processes, legal contract negotiations, and contract management systems

SKILLS:

• Interpersonal skills to effectively build relationships with and influence a dynamic and diverse set of stakeholders, including the ability to listen and understand differing perspectives
• Strategic mindset with quantitative, problem-solving, project management, and negotiation skills and a strong desire for progress and continuous improvement
• Proven ability to analyze and present findings in a clear and cohesive manner
• Adept at managing change and working through ambiguity to identify and drive to a solution, both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise across boundaries and boarders and influence with integrity

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