What are the responsibilities and job description for the GLOBAL BUYER II position at McCormick & Company?
You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.
McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.
We are looking to hire an Global Buyer II immediately in a Hybrid (50/50) capacity at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, MD (or Haddenham, UK).
What We Bring To The Table:
The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:
Responsible for assigned categories and the development of global category strategies and programs to optimize cost, rationalize the supply base and bring value to the Corporation while mitigating risk. Includes coordinating and leading strategy execution activity.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Establishes and executes strategies for their categories globally. Leads supplier performance management through the negotiations of procured materials and services to assure optimal TCO (Cost, Quality, Delivery, Innovation) achieved. Develops and implements strategies to assure lowest overall cost while mitigating risk to the Corporation.
Promotes high level of customer satisfaction in supporting the needs of Divisional projects & requirements for Purchasing guidance & leadership. Engagement with senior procurement personnel to ensure category alignment with regional strategies.
Participates in the financial planning and forecasting process as well as provides periodic relevant market information and dynamics to internal stakeholders for all global regions.
Provides information to Regional Procurement for Level I & II Supply and Quality Issues; actively involved team participating in Level II Supply & Quality issues
Develops and documents in-depth knowledge of markets, supply chain, and suppliers. Assists with make-buy decisions; conducts formal presentations as well as coordinates and conducts supplier reviews.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Accounting or applicable field of study
5 years in Purchasing/Supply Chain environment with appropriate business experience.
3 yrs project management, execution of or participation in large, multiple or cross-functional projects.
2 yrs managing, leading developing dynamic work teams
Thorough knowledge of industries for assigned categories.
Technical awareness in assigned categories, McCormick product and business knowledge, Company priorities and strategic direction (internal only)
Systems capabilities to maximize supplier performance and negotiating leverage.
Ability to deal with diverse and sometimes conflicting priorities.
Sound and comprehensive communication and diplomacy skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
CPM or APICS certification
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McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.
McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.
We are looking to hire an Global Buyer II immediately in a Hybrid (50/50) capacity at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, MD (or Haddenham, UK).
What We Bring To The Table:
The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:
- Competitive compensation
- Career growth opportunities
- Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
- We prioritize our communities and the planet we share. We are proud to be awarded as a Diversity Inc. Top 50 company for Diversity and have multiple Sustainability awards (ranking #22 in the World and #1 in Food Products)
- Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness
- Tuition assistance
Responsible for assigned categories and the development of global category strategies and programs to optimize cost, rationalize the supply base and bring value to the Corporation while mitigating risk. Includes coordinating and leading strategy execution activity.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Establishes and executes strategies for their categories globally. Leads supplier performance management through the negotiations of procured materials and services to assure optimal TCO (Cost, Quality, Delivery, Innovation) achieved. Develops and implements strategies to assure lowest overall cost while mitigating risk to the Corporation.
Promotes high level of customer satisfaction in supporting the needs of Divisional projects & requirements for Purchasing guidance & leadership. Engagement with senior procurement personnel to ensure category alignment with regional strategies.
Participates in the financial planning and forecasting process as well as provides periodic relevant market information and dynamics to internal stakeholders for all global regions.
Provides information to Regional Procurement for Level I & II Supply and Quality Issues; actively involved team participating in Level II Supply & Quality issues
Develops and documents in-depth knowledge of markets, supply chain, and suppliers. Assists with make-buy decisions; conducts formal presentations as well as coordinates and conducts supplier reviews.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Accounting or applicable field of study
5 years in Purchasing/Supply Chain environment with appropriate business experience.
3 yrs project management, execution of or participation in large, multiple or cross-functional projects.
2 yrs managing, leading developing dynamic work teams
Thorough knowledge of industries for assigned categories.
Technical awareness in assigned categories, McCormick product and business knowledge, Company priorities and strategic direction (internal only)
Systems capabilities to maximize supplier performance and negotiating leverage.
Ability to deal with diverse and sometimes conflicting priorities.
Sound and comprehensive communication and diplomacy skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
CPM or APICS certification
#LI-CG1
McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.
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