Senior Procurement Category Manager Job at Robert Half (Charlotte)

Senior Category Manager (Indirect Procurement)

As Senior Category Manager (Indirect Procurement), you will own and develop Voi’...

Location

Germany; Sweden , Berlin; Stockholm

Salary:

Not provided

Voi Technology

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, or similar, or equivalent experience
Several years of experience in purchasing and/or procurement, ideally in an international context
Proven experience leading improvement or cost optimisation projects with challenging deadlines, managing multiple tasks in parallel
Strong negotiation skills, with credibility built through business insight and stakeholder management
High level of independence, ownership and accountability in driving results
Strong analytical, problem-solving, presentation and communication skills
Proven ability to work with many stakeholders and projects simultaneously
Proficiency in English

Job Responsibility

Set up an optimal structure for the indirect supply base in your categories
Drive cost optimisation and continuous improvement programmes with stakeholders, aiming for market benchmarks
Lead sourcing activities for indirect categories, proactively scanning the market for new suppliers and offers
Manage contracting, supplier relationships and performance evaluations, building long-term partnerships with key suppliers
Conduct negotiations with new and existing suppliers to secure availability in key and critical categories
Proactively identify supply risks and apply relevant mitigation strategies
Act as a subject matter expert in procurement, supporting the organisation with supplier development and procurement best practice

What we offer

Employee options programme
Unlimited free Voi rides
Dog-friendly office

Procurement Category Indirect Senior Manager - HR

Location

Salary:

Not provided

Ethics HR

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from a reputable university
Minimum of 7 – 10 years of experience in a similar role and minimum of 15 – 17 years’ experience in Procurement
HR Background is a Must
Experience in a large Indirect Procurement organization dealing with multiple sourcing activities
Experience in negotiating big deals within the relevant category
Experience in Procurement within "Shared Services" is a plus to provide oversight for all procurement RFX processes for smooth delivery of shared service operations to procurement category managers
Experience in spend analysis and strategy development
In-depth understanding and practice of best-in-class procurement processes, systems, and practices
Knowledge of contract terms and conditions, and country laws and regulations
Must be capable of assessing legal and business risk when making decisions concerning contractual commitments

Job Responsibility

Working closely with the category lead in Dubai to deliver the strategic roadmap and annual budget for the relevant category in association with the Business needs and requirements
Creating and implementing sourcing strategies on a project level in compliance with the legal, internal policies, good practices, and business goals
Managing and leading complex sourcing activities for new project development and achieving agreed milestones and key development timelines
Leveraging opportunities for consolidation, standardization, and scoping to improve costs
Analyzing supplier offers and quantifying total costs of ownership (TCO)
Meeting or exceeding annual sourcing goals and savings targets for the organization's spend
Managing price negotiation and finalization of commercial supply agreements/contracts in close alignment with the organization's Legal
Analyzing industry and markets to identify and demonstrate emerging trends for business benefits
Mapping, analyzing, and interpreting data on current spend patterns, identifying cost drivers and opportunities
Developing and managing supplier relationships, including supplier performance management

Procurement Category Direct Senior Manager - Fitout/Construction

Location

Salary:

Not provided

Ethics HR

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a reputable university
Minimum 7 – 10 years of experience in a similar role and a minimum of 15 – 17 years’ experience in Procurement
Experience in a large Direct Procurement organization, specifically the fitout Category, dealing with multiple sourcing activities
Fitout or constructions Background is a Must
Experience in negotiating big deals within the Fitout Category
Experience in Procurement within "Shared Services" is a plus to provide oversight for all procurement RFX processes for smooth delivery of shared service operations to procurement category managers
Experience in spend analysis and strategy development
In-depth understanding and practice of best-in-class procurement processes, systems, and practices
Knowledge of contract terms and conditions, and in country's laws and regulations
Excellent capability of assessing legal and business risk when making decisions concerning contractual commitments

Job Responsibility

Working closely with the category lead in Dubai to deliver the strategic roadmap and annual budget for the Fitout Category in association with the Business needs and requirements
Creating and implementing sourcing strategies on a project level in compliance with the legal, internal policies, good practices, and business goals
Managing and leading complex sourcing activities for new project development and achieving agreed milestones and key development timelines
Leveraging opportunities for consolidation, standardization, and scoping to improve costs
Analyzing supplier offers and quantifying total costs of ownership (TCO)
Meeting or exceeding annual sourcing goals and savings targets for the organization's spend
Managing price negotiation and finalization of commercial supply agreements/contracts in close alignment with the organization's Legal
Analyzing industry and markets to identify and demonstrate emerging trends for business benefits
Mapping, analyzing, and interpreting data on current spend patterns, identifying cost drivers and opportunities
Developing and managing supplier relationships, including supplier performance management

Senior Category Manager of MRO Procurement

Lead the strategy behind the critical parts and services that power our operatio...

Location

United States , Salisbury

Salary:

126000.00 - 190000.00 USD / Year

Perdue Farms

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience
10+ years’ experience in sourcing and contracting, procurement, or category management, including 3+ years in a leadership role
Proven experience in supplier negotiations, RFx management, and contract execution
Project management experience and ability to project manage multiple complex projects
Experience in maintenance, repair, and operations categories
Strong analytical, planning, interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to collaborate with operations, finance, and legal teams
Advanced Proficiency in ERP and sourcing tools (e.g., SAP Ariba)
Travel up to 10-20% of the time

Job Responsibility

Lead development and execution of long-term category sourcing strategies and total contribution plans including cost productivity and cash release
Perform advanced spend analysis, market research, and competitive benchmarking
Drive supplier performance improvement through KPIs and strategic reviews
Lead complex sourcing events (RFIs, RFPs, negotiations, auctions)
Develop and implement innovative sourcing solutions to meet evolving needs
Ensure seamless contract handoff and integration with operational teams
Partner with Procurement CoE to standardize sourcing templates and tools
Ensure contracts meet financial, operational, and compliance standards
Track contract milestones, expirations, and renewal timelines
Act as the primary contact for strategic suppliers

What we offer

medical/Rx
401(k) with employer match after 1 year
critical illness insurance
accident insurance
dental
vision
life insurance
optional group life insurance
short-term and long-term disability protection
flexible spending accounts

Fulltime

Senior Category Manager of Capital Procurement

Drive value and performance across the capital investments that keep our operati...

Location

United States , Salisbury

Salary:

126000.00 - 190000.00 USD / Year

Perdue Farms

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience
10+ years’ experience in sourcing and contracting, procurement, or category management, including 3+ years in a leadership role
Strong expert experience in RFx process, proposal evaluation, deal and contract negotiation
Project management experience and ability to project manage multiple complex projects
Experience in Capital Programs, Engineering, Construction, or Design-Build
Strong analytical, planning, interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to collaborate with operations, finance, and legal teams
Proficiency in ERP and sourcing tools (e.g., SAP Ariba)

Job Responsibility

Create and implement category sourcing strategies focusing on total value creation including cost optimization and cash release
Conduct spending analysis, market research, and supplier benchmarking
Develop supplier by creating fit for purpose strategic relationships and ensure
Supplier performance defined by KPIs. Escalate issues as needed
Lead sourcing events (RFPs, negotiations) and supplier evaluations
Apply negotiation strategies to secure favorable terms and outcomes
Ensure smooth contract handoff and alignment with operational teams
Collaborate with Procurement CoE to apply standardized sourcing tools
Assist in managing contract terms, renewals, and compliance checkpoints
Serve as the day-to-day liaison for suppliers in the category

What we offer

medical/Rx
401(k) with employer match after 1 year
critical illness
accident insurance
dental
vision
life insurance
optional group life insurance
short-term and long-term disability protection
flexible spending accounts

Fulltime

Senior Procurement Category Management Specialist

As the Senior Procurement Category Management Specialist, you will manage relati...

Location

United States , Bridgewater

Salary:

85000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Year

Nestle Health Science

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred
equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Master's degree preferred
CPM certification is a plus
5+ years of experience in procurement, category management, purchasing, or materials management
3+ years of supply chain and/or manufacturing experience preferred
Experience with SAP, Ariba, and I-Nexus preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Detail-oriented self-starter with the ability to work independently
Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize data and present insights clearly

Job Responsibility

Provide the focus support of manufacturing
Act as Single Point of Contact for factory escalations and drive sustainable resolutions
Own OSCAR projects to drive savings, ensure supply and compliance objectives
Monitor business goals and help periodically reassess the targets
Ensure information flow between the factory teams & Procurement to effectively deliver against business/function strategies
Seek proactive feedback regarding and enable focus on high value returns
Understand business requirements and challenges
including priorities, must win battles and key value drivers. Transmit this understanding to the category management teams at NIM and Nestrade at the appropriate level so the category sourcing strategies and priorities are defined accordingly
Lead Monthly Category Reviews as required
Represent the Above Market and At Market Procurement Team in Ideas and stakeholders/business requirements as assigned

What we offer

Performance-based incentives
competitive total rewards package
401k with company match
healthcare coverage
broad range of other benefits

Fulltime

Senior Procurement Manager - Asset Management

Right across infrastructure, there’s a requirement to not only maintain, but als...

Location

United Kingdom , Old Town, East London

Salary:

Not provided

Social Value Portal Ltd

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience operating at Senior Procurement Manager level within a similar environment, with a strong track record in sourcing spares / repairs products for installation & maintenance teams, as well as sub contractor labour
Understanding of NEC3 & NEC4 contracts
Proven experience in managing and leading teams
Excellent negotiation skills and techniques
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to demonstrate exceptional stakeholder management approach and skills at a senior level
Degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline or Professional qualification MCIPS (Chartered) is desirable

Job Responsibility

Responsible for all RFx activities, managing the sourcing process, negotiation and contracting activities for high value and complex categories
Accountable for leadership and development of a high performing and inclusive procurement team, including Organisation capability and Learning & Development
Responsible for the evaluation of suppliers as part of supplier on-boarding process and implementation of iProcurement strategy category code management in line with Category strategy
Responsible for on-going supplier performance and supplier relationship management throughout the contract lifetime, including inputs to risk register and risk mitigation strategies
Responsible for maintenance of Approved Supplier List (ASL) including supplier onboarding and evaluation
Responsible for RFx activities for both Bid tenders and Projects including creation and issue of NDA's
Support with supplier audits and definition of social value contribution

What we offer

Car Allowance
34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell days annually OR 26 days holiday, plus public holidays, and the option to buy or sell days annually
Company pension scheme
A range of family friendly policies
Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal
Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme

Fulltime

Senior Procurement Manager

Microsoft Procurement group is part of Finance Operations (FinOps) organization ...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

96500.00 - 188400.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 3+ years experience in data science/analytics, finance, project management, supply chain, and/or operation OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 4+ years experience in data science/analytics, finance, project management, supply chain, and/or operations OR equivalent experience.
This role follows a hybrid work model and is based in Redmond, Washington. Employees are expected to work on-site in Redmond on a regular, recurring basis in alignment with business and team needs.
Master's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 6+ years experience in data science/analytics, finance, project management, supply chain, and/or operation OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 8+ years experience in data science/analytics, finance, project management, supply chain, and/or operation OR equivalent experience.
Proven cross-functional team facilitation experience preferred.
Experience working successfully with international businesses and understanding the intricacies and nuances of various cultures and countries.
Analytical and strategic problem-solving capabilities in finance and business subjects.
Proficient communication and presentation skills.
Project management

Job Responsibility

Defines, maintains, and executes sourcing strategies for one or more complex projects and/or purchasing opportunities to ensure optimal cost and sufficient continuity of supply and/or service, collects relevant internal and industry data to understand business requirements, benchmarks data against relevant markets, and shares industry and category expertise across stakeholder teams to develop and execute sourcing strategies.
Integrates business specifications for complex purchasing areas into request for information (RFI) and/or request for proposal (RFP) processes. Collaborates cross-functionally to define and manage supplier scorecard criteria (e.g., key performance indicators [KPIs], Service Level Agreements [SLAs]), coordinates supplier performance reviews, and drives corrective actions.
Manages contract and price negotiation activities for a single purchasing category cross-functionally and ensures that both price and capacity needs are met while also reflecting Microsoft's cross-functional engagements with suppliers. Identifies cost reduction opportunities and works closely with suppliers to drive cost competitiveness.
Applies an end-to-end understanding of the tradeoffs between Microsoft and key suppliers to drive business impact by influencing senior managers cross-functionally, or cross-regionally to apply market intelligence and adopt practices that enable execution with consistency, accuracy, quality, and timeliness of delivery.
Ensures adherence to policy, educates stakeholders and suppliers on policy compliance, and manages the remediation and resolution of sourcing issues. Identifies opportunities to adapt policy as needed to mitigate risk and better enable suppliers to meet business requirements.
Ensures consistency, timeliness, quality, and accuracy of deliverables, and ensures Procurement stakeholders are aware of Service Level Agreement (SLA) and/or defined milestones and deliverables terms. Communicates delay to Procurement stakeholders and independently proposes and executes contingency measures.
Processes or supports stakeholder procurement requests for complex purchasing categories via engagement and/or leveraging workflow process or technology, where applicable in support of product and service requirements.
Executes contracts and complies with established control processes to ensure delivery and execution on contracts in alignment with business requirements. Identifies risks and roadblocks to contract execution and drives action internally and/or externally to resolve and/or escalate, as appropriate.
Drives early business engagements for complex business areas or purchasing categories with cross-functional leadership including product design, quality, and business teams, to define and drive action on supply solutions and strategies, business requirements, optimal sourcing spend, and priorities. Shares expertise to advise cross-functional teams on sourcing decisions.
Developing pricing and negotiation strategies for one or more complex purchasing categories, ensures that strategies clearly articulate the tradeoffs, roles, and responsibilities across parties, and gains senior executive support for strategies both internally and externally. Identifies negotiation setbacks and takes action to mitigate contract disagreements.

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