- Responsible for setting short-term and long-term strategy for assigned segments.
- Oversees contact negotiations, supplier selection, and management of goods and services
- Ensures supply continuity for our operations to include a focus on lead time reduction and on time delivery.
- Develop strategic segment playbooks that exceed short- and long-term operational targets.
- Establish procedures to mitigate procurement risks, including supply chain disruptions, price volatility, and supplier reliability.
- Direct, mentor, and develop a procurement team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Set performance goals and monitor KPIs to include productivity, supplier performance, and operational support.
- Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key suppliers to secure favorable terms, quality standards, and reliable delivery.
- Evaluate supplier performance through supplier scorecards and quarterly business reviews.
- Identify and implement a pipeline of continuous cost-saving opportunities without compromising operational needs.
- Responsible for analyzing market and macro trends, forecast demand, and leveraging data to inform purchasing decisions and reduce total cost of ownership.
- Partner with cross functional departments including finance, operations, and legal to align procurement activities with business strategies.
- Drive the adoption of procurement tools, systems, and best practices to enhance efficiency and data transparency.
- Monitor and report on procurement metrics to senior leadership on a monthly basis.
- Provide support for successful new center launches including preferred supplier selection.
- Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure optimal terms, provide guidance and training to the team on negotiation best practices, and ensure consistent and effective contract outcomes.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Candidates must possess deep understanding of end-to-end procurement processes, including strategic sourcing, and supplier relationship management
- Proficiency in developing and implementing segment or category specific sourcing strategies to optimize spend and supplier performance
- Ability to interpret financial data and perform cost benefit analysis.
- Expert skill in translating complex data into actionable procurement plans
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to articulate strategies, negotiate terms, and present insights to executive leadership
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- 10+ years progressive experience in procurement, supply chain management, or a closely related field.
- Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, finance, and/or other practical expertise. MBA is preferred.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES, AND LANGUAGE SKILLS:
- CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) is preferred, but not required
- CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) is preferred, but not required
- CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) is preferred, but not required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Position requires little to moderate physical activity. Handling of average weight objects up to 15 pounds; occasional standing or walking; frequently at a keyboard, workstation, or desk.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is typically in a normal office administrative environment involving minimal exposure to physical risks.
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