Job Description

Join our procurement team at LEGO as the Indirect Procurement Manager where youll be at the forefront of leading the ramp-up of our plastic injection molding organization. You will be accountable to obtain the goods and services essential for our operations with a focus on direct activities related to molding. Your expertise in the manufacturing industry supported by a strong mechanical background and knowledge of automation will be vital in driving procurement processes that optimize value and ensure operational success.

Core Responsibilities

• Category Management & Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement sourcing plans aligned with organizational objectives. Analyze market trends and supplier capabilities to design strategies that optimize value reduce risk and support long-term goals.
  

• Supplier Relationship Management & Readiness: Establish strategic partnerships with key suppliers ensuring quality and delivery standards. Drive collaboration through supplier management programs to foster innovation and continuous improvement.
  

• Spare Parts Strategy & Downtime Risk: Create strategies for managing spare parts criticality and take ownership of minimizing downtime risks.
  

• ERP/Procurement Platform Knowledge: Utilize systems like SAP Coupa etc. to optimize procurement processes and enhance operational efficiency.
  

• Stakeholder & Negotiation Management: Lead stakeholder engagement aligning cross-functional partners with business goals. Manage high-value negotiations to secure optimal terms and maximize benefits.
  

• Project Management & Innovation: Define and manage project plans fostering collaboration and solving challenges. Develop creative strategies and adopt emerging technologies to enhance efficiency and sustainability.
  

• Change & Risk Management: Champion procurement transformation managing resistance and identifying risks. Design mitigation plans to support successful adoption of new strategies.
  

• Sustainability Compliance & Cost Transparency: Integrate sustainability into sourcing strategies ensuring regulatory compliance. Communicate cost structures and negotiate value-driven agreements to enhance procurement effectiveness.

Play Your Part in Our Teams Success

In this pivotal role you will be instrumental in building and scaling our state-of-the-art manufacturing site. You will oversee supplier relationships develop and execute category strategies and manage end-to-end procurement processes. Your responsibilities will include handling business request analysis negotiating pricing and terms selecting suppliers processing orders managing contracts and maintaining supplier relationships. Your expertise in conflict resolution and negotiation supported by guidance from senior leaders will be crucial in driving organizational benefits within the LEGO Group framework.

Do You Have What It Takes

• Mechanical and Automation Expertise: Demonstrate a strong background in mechanical systems and automation from a procurement perspective essential for scaling the plastic injection molding organization.
  

• Leadership: Take initiative role model accountability and effectively collaborate with colleagues. Exhibit strong communication and problem-solving abilities along with effective decision-making and constructive feedback.
  

• Strategic Thinking: Develop comprehensive plans that align with organizational objectives anticipating industry trends to capitalize on opportunities. Make data-driven decisions and optimize resource allocation to drive long-term success.
  

• Learning Mindset: Pursue specialized expertise actively seeking leadership development opportunities and integrating new knowledge into your work. Mentor others and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement staying ahead of industry advancements to drive innovation within your team and organization.
  

• Problem-Solving Skills: Exhibit strong analytical abilities to tackle challenges in procurement and supplier management ensuring efficient operations and project success.

Additional

• Were pleased to share that we offer a hybrid working week arrangement calledBest of Both requiring 3 days in the office location and 2 days from home.
  

• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally up 25%
  

• No Relocation will be offered for this position
  

Compensation

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time including prior to any advertised closing date. So if youre interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Whats in it for you

Here are some of what to expect:

FamilyCareLeave We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.

Insurances All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.

Wellbeing We want you to be your best self so youll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based

ColleagueDiscount We know youll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.

Bonus We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible youll be rewarded through our bonus scheme

Your workplace When you join the team youll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.

We strive to create a diverse dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group where everyone feels safe valued and they belong.

The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex gender identity or expression race/ethnicity national origin sexual orientation disability age religion and Veteran status) to apply for roles in our team.

We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds the loved ones that make us who we are. Being part of the LEGO Group also means taking part in our annual Play Day playing a part in building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow.

The LEGO Group is fully committed to Childrens Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening as a condition of the offer.

Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Childrens Rights.

We conduct drug screening as a part of our drug free workplace policy and in support of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.

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