Sr Mgr, Procurement; Indirect

Sr Mgr, Procurement (Indirect)

Location:

Norfolk Va, US

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050. Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

The Sr. Manager of Corporate Services Procurement is a pivotal role responsible for overseeing and optimizing the procurement processes for corporate services within the North America organization. This position involves developing and executing procurement strategies, managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost‑effective purchasing practices. With a primary focus on IT indirect procurement, this role will lead the sourcing and management of technology‑related goods and services, including software, hardware, telecommunications, and IT service agreements, ensuring alignment with the organization's technology and business objectives.

The Sr. Manager will collaborate cross‑functionally with various departments to understand their procurement needs, identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements, and implement best practices to streamline procurement operations. They will participate in deploying SAP‑Ariba, BVD, and other cross‑functional initiatives. Additionally, this role will assist in all other areas of direct procurement, supporting the broader procurement team as needed to ensure continuity and effectiveness across all purchasing activities.

This role also involves staying abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and industry best practices to drive continuous improvement in procurement performance and contribute to the overall success of the organization. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of procurement principles are essential for success in this role.

• Manage the end‑to‑end procurement process for indirect services, from requisition to payment, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. Promote supplier diversity initiatives and sustainable procurement practices.
• Lead IT indirect procurement activities, including the sourcing, contracting, and management of technology‑related services such as software licensing, hardware, cloud services, telecommunications, and managed IT services. Partner closely with the IT department to align procurement strategies with technology roadmaps and business needs.
• Identify, evaluate, and select vendors for indirect services, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships to ensure optimal terms, pricing, and service levels. Identify and mitigate procurement‑related risks, such as supply chain disruptions, contractual disputes, and compliance issues, to safeguard the organization’s interests.
• Analyze spend data, identify cost‑savings opportunities, and implement initiatives to reduce procurement costs and optimise total cost of ownership.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including finance, legal, and various business units, to understand their requirements, align procurement strategies with their needs, and ensure seamless execution of procurement activities.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies for indirect services that align with the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs), track performance metrics, and prepare regular…