Sr. Manager, Procurement Category Mgt (CapEx)

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The Senior Indirect Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the entire indirect procurement function within the category. They own, 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 Senior Indirect Procurement Manager ensures collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to identify business needs, establish procurement priorities, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. They also oversee the management of the budget for the assigned category, track procurement spend and identify cost-saving opportunities.  Key responsibilities include evaluating and monitoring suppliers' capabilities, negotiating favorable terms, and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers. The Senior 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 a manager level, which bring the responsibility for overseeing and coordinating the work of a direct reports. This includes setting goals, making decisions, allocating resources, and ensuring objectives are met. It also includes plan, organize, and control activities, provide guidance and support to employees, and serve as a liaison between their team and upper management. Managers foster a positive work environment, promote teamwork, and resolve conflicts.

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic Sourcing: Leading, 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.

• Supplier Management: Leading direct reports to effectively manage 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.

• Cost Management: The senior procurement manager should identify opportunities to reduce costs through negotiations with suppliers, exploring alternative sourcing options, and implementing cost-saving initiatives. This involves developing a budget, analyzing pricing trends, negotiating favorable terms and conditions, and implementing cost reduction initiatives.

• Contract Management: Manage contracts with suppliers to ensure compliance with agreed-upon terms and conditions, including pricing and cost-saving initiatives. Monitor contract performance and address any cost-related issues or disputes.

• Risk Management: The senior procurement manager should assess and mitigate risks related to cost management, such as price fluctuations, supply chain disruptions, and changes in market conditions. They should develop contingency plans to minimize the impact of these risks on cost management.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborating with internal stakeholders, such as finance, operations, and legal departments, to understand their procurement needs and align procurement strategies with overall business objectives. This includes participating in cross-functional teams and providing procurement expertise and guidance.