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Sr. Manager, Indirect Procurement
Conair LLCUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Sept 2024
About the role
About Us: Conair is a leading international designer, manufacturer, and marketer of branded personal care and small kitchen appliances, cookware, hairbrushes & accessories, cosmetic bags, and travel accessories. Conair has always been driven by a passion for innovation; it’s part of the Company’s DNA. Trendsetting products have been invented by Conair since its inception in 1959, keeping the Company always a step ahead of the competition. The company's domestic and international divisions offer a diversified mix of consumer and professional products sold in over 120 countries. The Family of Conair brands includes CONAIR, Cuisinart, Cuisinart Outdoors, BabylissPRO, Scünci , TRAVELSMART by CONAIR, and Waring. Conair’s passion for innovation gets stronger with each decade, as evidenced by the over 1,000 patents the Company has obtained worldwide. Today, Conair and its brands are names known throughout the world. Conair continues to introduce its brands to new and emerging markets, year after year. By the 1990s, most households in America owned at least one Conair product. Today many have more than one, and the Company’s goal is to ensure that every household in the world eventually owns one of our products. At Conair, we inspire our customers with innovative quality products and brands that enhance their lives. Position Summary:As the Senior Manager of Indirect Procurement, you will play a critical role in driving cost savings, optimizing procurement processes, and managing supplier relationships for indirect goods and services within our global organization. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and ensure alignment with the company’s strategic goals. Your expertise will help us maintain operational efficiency and support our growth initiatives. Responsibilities:Strategic Procurement Planning:
- Develop and execute the indirect procurement strategy aligned with the company’s overall objectives.
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
- Manage end-to-end procurement for indirect categories, including Professional Services, Travel & Entertainment (T&E), Facilities Management, and Agency Fees, ensuring cost-effective sourcing strategies and vendor management across various functions
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring high performance and compliance with contractual obligations.
- Negotiate contracts, manage supplier performance, and resolve any issues or disputes.
- Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, including sourcing, purchasing, and contract management.
- Implement best practices and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Partner with internal stakeholders including finance, operations, and manufacturing to understand needs and ensure alignment with procurement strategies.
- Support the development of business cases for procurement decisions and initiatives.
- Conduct market research and analysis to stay informed about industry trends and supply market conditions.
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies to ensure competitive pricing and optimal supplier performance.
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