Sr Manager Procurement - Madison, NJ​/NYC

Position

Purpose:

To be successful in this position, experience with procurement and the ability to interpret, review and negotiate contracts. Communication skills, oral & written, is absolutely required, as well as the ability to foster strong relationships coupled with excellent customer service skills. A strong commitment to deliver results, managing deadlines, attention to details, customer service focus, and the willingness/enthusiasm for accepting responsibility and accountability are required.

• Manage the entire procurement process for assigned categories, including sourcing, supplier selection, contract management, and order fulfillment
• Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with vendors, suppliers, and service providers
• Responsible for working with procurement business partners leadership to align category management vision with procurement priorities
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and specifications for procurement needs
• Analyze procurement data to identify trends, track savings, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Source intelligence to create category deep dives and strategic recommendations
• Consistently deliver a balance of analytical rigor and storytelling in every single output and communication, always being prepared to convey insights and influence with a strong point of view
• Ensure the procurement process and policies are applied. Partner with the business stakeholders to identify and coordinate purchases.
• Initiate and complete transactions in systems such as Service Now and Coupa. Review requisition orders to verify accuracy, terminology, and specifications.
• Advise the business / function on procurement policies, processes and best practice, providing support as required.
• Administer procurement systems and perform spend analytics as required.
• Manage the procurement lifecycle (RFI/P/Q, Renewal Process) for the specific business unit or sourcing category.
• Communicate information to manager, team members, project managers, and suppliers by telephone, in written form, or e-mail.

• In-depth procurement category knowledge (IT, Marketing)
• Experience with Procure-to-Pay system a must. Coupa preferred.
• Min. 7 years purchasing experience, including interaction with purchasing and contract systems
• Professional certifications preferred e.g., CPSM, CIPS, C.P.M.
• Strong sense of ownership and responsibility
• Excellent MS Office application (Excel, Word, SharePoint, Outlook) and reporting skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly analytical
• Ability to quickly learn and assimilate business and technical knowledge
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to act independently
• Ability to foster strong relationships with colleagues/customers
• Ability to manage deadlines and service levels in a transactional environment
• Strong attention to details
• Ability to manage a complex workload
• Bachelor's degree required