Job Description
Join our award-winning procurement team as a Senior Purchasing Manager and revolutionize our supply chain strategy. We're seeking a visionary leader to drive cost optimization, supplier innovation, and sustainable sourcing initiatives across global operations. This pivotal role demands strategic thinking, operational excellence, and a passion for transforming procurement into a competitive advantage.
At Global Procurement Solutions Inc., we empower our purchasing professionals with cutting-edge technology, competitive compensation, and career growth opportunities. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement strategic sourcing methodologies, negotiate complex contracts, and develop resilient supplier partnerships that fuel our market leadership.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans across 15+ key commodity categories
- Lead supplier negotiations resulting in 15-20% cost reduction targets
- Implement and optimize e-procurement systems for 500+ SKUs
- Manage supplier relationship lifecycle from onboarding to performance evaluation
- Analyze market trends and risk factors to inform procurement strategy
- Drive sustainability initiatives through ethical sourcing and carbon footprint reduction
- Lead cross-functional teams in supplier integration and contract management
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field
- 8+ years progressive purchasing experience with 3+ in leadership
- CPSM or CIPS certification strongly preferred
- Expertise in SAP Ariba and e-procurement platforms
- Proven track record in strategic sourcing and contract negotiation
- Advanced analytical skills with data-driven decision making
- Experience managing international supplier networks
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities