Provide oversight and daily direction to a team of procurement professionals & leaders located across the country
Assess team and individual performance and provide feedback and coaching
Organize workload across the team, assign backlog, problem solve and handle escalations for negotiations and various issues
Drive efficiencies, closely monitor, develop strategies and influence performance results on key metrics
Serve as the escalation path for consumers or stakeholders and engage in problem resolution where needed
Review purchase order documentation against work instructions and policy
Increase knowledge sharing and collaboration across teams
Streamline procurement processes, remove barriers, and support internal customer requirements
Act as a valued business partner to provide solutions, alternative approaches, and reduce cost impacts to the business
Track, report, and present to leadership on projects, team metrics, etc.
Utilize metrics to implement improvements
Generate a strong focus on customer relationships while motivating team members on delivering internal objectives
Promote a culture of high performance, innovation, and continuous improvement
Drive change management and transformation initiatives
Mentor, train & develop team for career progression

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business management, engineering or equivalent experience
Minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience or an advanced degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience
Master’s degree or MBA a plus
Minimum of 2 years of previous supervisory experience leading a team of professionals
Well-versed experience in supply chain compliance, procurement, and supplier management

Manager, Procurement

Key skills