• Report to the Senior Director of Procurement
• Analyze spend across assigned categories
• Manage targets and communicate status to leadership
• Compile, analyze, and summarize information
• Lead RFP process
• Act as liaison with suppliers
• Track contract performance with operating teams
• Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, finance, or supply chain
5+ years of experience in Supply Chain, preferably in Procurement
Broad understanding of Supply Chain concepts
Effective negotiator with understanding of contract terms
Demonstrated history of establishing supplier relationships
Critical thinking skills
Proficiency with ERP systems and procurement software (JDE, SAP, Coupa etc.)
Ability to travel domestically ~20% of the time

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Hard Skills

supply chain management
procurement
contract negotiation
data analysis
risk management
RFP process
supplier relationship management
critical thinking

Soft Skills

effective communication
leadership
negotiation

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