• Job Tag: #LI-CF1
• Posted: August 14,2024

We are partnering with a midsized, privately held client to find a Sr. Manager of Global Procurement to lead the global sourcing strategies, focusing on building and managing supplier relationships across Asia, Europe, and Mexico. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience sourcing a variety of commodities, including plastics, mechanical and electronic components and metals, with a strong track record of identifying, negotiating, and securing cost-effective and high-quality suppliers. This role is crucial in driving procurement strategies and ensuring a competitive edge in the global marketplace.

Responsibilities:

• Lead global procurement efforts, managing supplier relationships across key regions, including Asia, Europe, and Mexico.
• Identify and onboard new suppliers, ensuring alignment with the company’s quality standards, cost objectives, and production timelines.
• Source a diverse range of commodities, including plastics, mechanical components, metals, and electronics, to meet the needs of manufacturing operations.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize cost, quality, and supplier performance.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term partnerships with suppliers, focusing on mutual growth and innovation.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to ensure competitive advantages in cost, quality, and delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain, to ensure seamless integration of new suppliers and materials.
• Monitor and mitigate supply chain risks by developing contingency plans and ensuring supplier compliance with regulatory and sustainability standards.
• Analyze global market trends, supplier performance, and commodity pricing to make data-driven procurement decisions.
• Travel frequently to Asia, Europe, and Mexico to establish and nurture supplier relationships, ensuring optimal quality and cost control.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in global procurement, with specific experience sourcing in Asia, Europe, and Mexico.
• Proven experience managing a wide variety of commodities, including plastics, mechanical components, metals, and electronics.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain supplier networks in multiple regions, with a focus on cost savings and quality improvement.
• Ability to travel internationally for extended periods to develop and manage supplier relationships.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience using data to drive procurement decisions and optimize supply chain performance.