Senior Manager, Indirect Procurement, North America

Job Summary

We are a leading global Security Tech companypivotal in shaping industry standards looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager Indirect Procurement within the Shared Services Center North Americato lead our Indirect Procurement services and implement best practices across the region.

This role is pivotal in transforming the existing procurement structure to incorporate indirect procurement into the Shared Services Center portfolio. It guarantees alignment with strategic objectives and improves service delivery throughout the organization. Entrusted with guiding a dynamic team the person in this capacity will be instrumental in refining indirect procurement processes and delivering consistent high-quality support across multiple legal entities in the strategically important regions of the USA and Canada. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead significant change redefine the operational landscape and shape a substantial function within a globally recognized organization.

Key responsibilities include managing the indirect procurement organization with a focus on category management strategic sourcing supplier management reporting and using key tools like SRM SAP and Ivalua. Additionally the successful candidate will be tasked with developing new structures and processes in alignment with global governance standards. This position requires a forward-thinking leader capable of driving significant improvements and committed to achieving excellence in procurement processes.

If you are a procurement professional with a passion for service excellence and a hands on mentality we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the North American indirect procurement shared services team of 2 professionals ensuring high-quality standards and operational excellence while managing budget and resources thoughtfully

• Design and implement a shared services model and service level agreements to ensure reliable and premium quality services efficiently handling all demands using SAP SRM and Ivalua tools

• Develop procurement strategies that align with the operational requirements of the North American region and coordinate globally with other units within GD

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive category strategies based on business needs market trends and supplier insights

• Identify opportunities for cost optimization and ensure supply security and innovation at the regional level through volume bundling and economies of scale

• Act as the primary liaison for sourcing activities championing alignment between procurement goals and stakeholder priorities

• Conduct competitive market analyses to inform decisions anticipate risks and drive continuous improvement

• Apply advanced sourcing practices and techniques to drive enterprise value.

• Continuously evaluate and review own processes initiating improvements through the implementation of advanced technologies or methods in close coordination with IT experts to keep procurement processes modern economical and competitive

• Collaborate with other departments including Finance and IT to co-create innovative procurement services that meet organizational and business needs

• Lead motivate and develop the indirect procurement team to promote a culture of high performance and continuous development

• Establish a reporting landscape with meaningful KPIs in GDs data environment in alignment with the global procurement excellence team

• Ensure compliance with current company-wide guidelines such as the Corporate Purchasing Guideline and utilize globally designated tools

Qualifications Experience and Educational Requirements

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing a Procurement Shared Services or similar organization

Skills and Competencies:

• Expert knowledge of strategic sourcing and category management processes and best practices

• Demonstration of trustworthiness and professionalism when dealing with suppliers and team members

• Demonstration of the ability to manage a network of interconnected businesses and processes involved in the provision of products and services

• Exceptional leadership communication negotiation and interpersonal skills

• Strong analytical consulting and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

• Proactive team player with the ability to motivate others to excellent performance

• High customer service and process orientation

• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong business acumen

• Skilled in establishing and maintaining continuous improvement principles

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Business or related field

Additional Information

*This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. The candidate hired will also perform other reasonable related business duties as assigned by the supervisor. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as needed. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

GieseckeDevrient ePayments Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce encouraging applications from all qualified individuals. Upon request by the applicant accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process.

By applying to this position you are confirming you possess either a Canadian citizenship permanent resident status or valid work permit.

Please note: Reference Checks and Credit Criminal Background Checks will be administered on suitably qualified candidates. Your application will be kept on file for up to two years.

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