Global Procurement Capital Manager

Role Overview

• Develop and implement global Procurement Strategies for Capital Commodity Categories in alignment with the company’s overall business goals and stakeholder priorities
• Lead cross-functional teams to develop and execute spending strategies (incl. e-sourcing, RFI, RFP, RFQ and negotiations), identify cost-saving opportunities, drive process efficiency and mitigate risks
• Leverage global contracts and negotiate favorable terms, manage supplier relationships and ensure compliance with all regulatory and environmental requirements
• Establish goals to improve trade working capital with increased payment terms, lower inventory, and shorter lead times
• Identify potential supply chain risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate them
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Indirect Commodity Managers while fostering a high-performance culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration
• Set clear goals and KPIs for the team and ensure accountability for results
• Monitor and analyze supply chain performance metrics, report on supply chain performance and savings pipeline to senior management, providing insights and recommendations
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization including operations, finance, legal and IT to ensure alignment and integration across the supply chain
• Manage the impact of global events, such as capacity shifts, market shifts, natural disruptions, and social/political impacts on the supply chain
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and relevant legal, ethical and risk requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• 8+ years of experience in Operations, Supply Chain management or related areas
• 3+ years in a leadership role
• Category experience in Capital categories in an industrial manufacturing company
• Proven experience in developing and implementing supply chain strategies that drive operational excellence
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, contract law, supplier relationship management, and supply chain technologies
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity, assess risk, and drive strategy in a structured manner
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills with a track record of leading high-performing teams incl. geographically dispersed teams
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and professional presentation skills
• Ability to travel to Copeland locations/suppliers domestically and globally up to 10% of your time
• English and Spanish proficiency.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Professional development opportunities