Area Project Manager, Supply Chain

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Westborough, MA

3d•$85,000 - $107,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This Area Supply Chain Project Manager (ASCPM) position is responsible for performing tasks relating to strategic management of suppliers towards performance, cost and compliance goals. Work with Strategic Sourcing Managers and Area Supply Chain leaders to qualify new Suppliers, negotiate pricing and manage the performance of Suppliers. Provide support to internal customers and participate in special projects and activities that enhance the department’s effectiveness. Market Area or Regional in scope: It is expected the person will be involved with Enterprise initiatives, may back up an Area Supply Chain Manager and is very knowledgeable on the whole procurement process.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree (accredited) in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four (4) years of relevant work experience.
Five (5) years of relevant work experience in procurement/supply chain or related experience (in addition to education requirement).
Financial analysis, project management, and purchasing experience required.

Nice To Haves

CASCPM desirable.

Responsibilities

Establish the sourcing strategy, or assist Strategic Sourcing for assigned spend categories.
Build up and maintain overall supplier & internal customer relationship.
Cooperate with and provide market area input to Corporate Strategic Sourcing Manager(s) as needed.
Facilitate area RFPs and continually search for opportunities to reduce bottom line cost at the area level.
Monitor and report the local performance of suppliers.
Measure, track & report supply chain performance within each spend category.
Support Supplier Development and Continuous Improvement in Region.
Maintain expertise in the assigned spend categories through relationships with other ASCPMs, business units, suppliers, market experts, and enterprise/regional liaisons.