Sourcing Manager, MRO Categories

Job Overview:

The Manager, Sourcing is responsible for leading and executing the strategic sourcing activities for all MRO (Maintenance Repair and Operations) related categories estimated at $50-60M in annual spend. This position will work closely with key business stakeholders to develop effective cost reduction strategies and implementation plans with a focus on reducing total cost of ownership (TCO) while optimizing supplier performance.

This role resides in either our Frisco, TX or Burlington, MA office and reports to the Sr. Manager of Indirect Procurement.

• Create an environment of strategic collaboration with suppliers
• Translate business requirements into detailed specifications to support the category sourcing process
• Develop and update financial savings models with support from Finance
• Help prepare the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) for the categories under his/her responsibility
• Conduct industry deep dive analysis to provide proactive category insights
• Develop and execute category strategies in conjunction with key business partners to address and meet business needs following the KDP Strategic Category Management framework.
• Define best-in-class sourcing procurement processes utilizing Ariba (e.g. Traditional RFQ/RFP/RFI, on-line Auction, collaborative sourcing, multi-event negotiations, etc.)
• Develop and foster long-term relationships with suppliers
• Work with suppliers and internal stake holders to develop and implement a robust TCO program to deliver AOP targets
• Help resolve and identify solutions to fix systematic issues (e.g. invoice issues, pricing conditions, etc.).

• Be accountable for compliance on Corporate Environmental Sustainability and Regulatory efforts representing sourcing area:
• Risk Management:
  
  Ensure supplier risk is proactively understood and continuity business plans in place for any potential unpreventable interruption in supply
• Food & Drug Administration:
  Ensure suppliers comply with all required federal national, regional, and local food safety regulations
• Influence stakeholders on policies and practices for procurement, as well as the legal and financial requirements and policies in making a purchase
• Execute legal contracting & contract administration in Ariba as required by policy

• Be an expert with analytical tools (e.g. Excel) to draw conclusions and make recommendations from large data sets
• Be extremely proficient at oral / written communication to effectively explain complex ideas and approaches to a wide audience
• Be an expert in MS Word, MS Project and MS Power Point

• Be able to build strong customer relationships
• Be able to interact with all levels of the organization, ranging from senior executives through middle management
• Be a strong team player with other critical cross functional groups
• Have a collaborative management style with the ability to build partnerships both internally and externally
• Have passion to drive continuous improvement
• Be able to lead small cross functional teams to drive for shared goals

• Pursuing tasks with energy and drive to meet deadlines despite obstacles and setbacks
• Stepping up to conflicts, seeing them as opportunities

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

• Salary Range: $96,800 - $125,000
• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors
• Benefits, subject to election and eligibility:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related area from an accredited university.
• 5+ years of Strategic Procurement experience with experience in supporting complex Manufacturing/Supply Chain organizations
• 5+…