KP Recruiting Group is a consulting firm that provides
leadership and exceptional talent to some of the world’s leading companies.
Headquartered in the Midwest, KP Recruiting Group has successfully completed
countless engagements in the United States, Europe and Latin America. We
represent clients in all industries and all sizes. Our mission is to provide
exceptional client and candidate experiences in order to get the best possible
results. On behalf of our client, we are excited to present the following confidential
role. We look forward to hearing from you and discussing the opportunity!
The Role:
The Procurement Manager is responsible for ensuring the supply, cost, quality, and service of a group of materials in his/her portfolio. As well as implementing the strategies developed with the Global Category Managers. This person will identify and resolve all purchasing related issues for the materials/suppliers associated with the category/division. And will be responsible for price and price forecast management, and also work with related stakeholders to resolve critical service/quality issues associated with his/her portfolio.
The Procurement Manager must have a clear understanding of the market drivers influencing the dynamics of his/her sourcing geographies. This person will lead all FTG initiatives related to their portfolio, align with Network Operations and Technology on New Product Development and must be adept at the use of supply chain tools (SMI, ESM Audits, CLM - Risk Management etc.).
What you will do
Accountable for the Purchasing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and working with the local Supply Chain team
Carries out effective negotiations for specific local raw and packaging materials
Implements and monitors the Purchasing budget for the specific materials of responsibility
Responsible for Cost of Sales preparation with Division Procurement Manager
Accountable for optimizing raw and packing material inventories against Customer Service and working capital targets
Interfaces with suppliers' sales, technical and other functional groups as well as the company's Supply Chain, Technology, Marketing and Finance functions to enforce Purchasing policies, resolve issues, align service and financial strategies
Leads continuous improvement programs with suppliers (i.e., Supplier Certification, Continuous Improvement Teams, etc.)
Leverages SAP in day-to-day function, including entering prices into the system (where responsible)
Ensures the highest level of Customer Service is provided to our Customers through the development and maintenance of order replenishment best practices
Executes efforts in using new "e-tools" (auctions, CLM, ESM, FTG Database etc.) to help drive Funding the Growth, simplification and standardization programs
Leads implementation of SMI with appropriate suppliers
Together with New Product launch teams, ensures new products are executed optimally at the local plant
Contributes to local Funding the Growth Programs
Continues to improve oneself by way of training, information sharing, coaching and feedback, appraisals, delegation and implementing best practices
Participates in external industry forums on an as needed basis (e.g, SDA / ACI or external Purchasing organizations) and internal procurement alignment meetings
Develops documented understanding of market structure and drivers for his/her materials, with risk management overview, and identifies opportunities and threats for the future.
Interact with suppliers and plant to prevent/tackle possible quality issues and also drive continuous improvement initiatives including FTG programs
Develops new suppliers for Raw and Packaging materials
Benefits
Our
client offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
401k
Matching
Family and
Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
Paid Time
Off & Paid Holidays
Long &
Short-Term Disability
Identity
Theft Plans
Retirement
& Pension Plans
Employee
Assistance Program
Employee
Referral Program
Tuition
Reimbursement Programs
Advancement
& Professional Growth opportunities
Parental
Leave
& More