Indirect Procurement Sourcing Manager - Warehousing

Colgate•Piscataway, NJ

16d

About The Position

In an ever-changing and dynamic world, our Supply Chain and Manufacturing professionals, who are recognized as the best in the business, are essential to quickly delivering our products to consumers worldwide. They are responsible for ensuring we make quality products that consumers love. Using advanced technology and an analytical mindset, they are especially adept at continuously improving manufacturing processes. This team comprises a variety of global roles and focus areas, including operations, engineering, process development and innovation, procurement, network operations, project management, factory performance & reliability, packaging, continuous improvement, and supply chain management. Join our Procurement team in Piscataway, NJ! The Indirect Procurement Sourcing Manager, will handle warehouse subcategory, providing procurement experience to support implementation of automation, innovation, and ecommerce linked to direct to consumer distribution for North America. This role may have additional responsibilities depending on capabilities/ level of activity at any point in time.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Science, Engineering, Supply Chain, a Technical field, or comparable subject area.
At least 5 years of warehouse management or warehouse procurement experience.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
At least 2 of years practical indirect procurement experience.
Proficient in data analysis.
Proficient in negotiating contracts > $10 M+
Experience leading supplier relationship management with key strategic suppliers.
Proficient in project management methodologies, data analysis tools, and e-procurement processes and tools such as SAP, Ariba, etc.
Practical working developing and implementing multiple category/ sub-category strategy for spend categories.
Professional certification (CPM or CPSM).

Responsibilities

Developing and implementing the global sourcing plans and strategies for the main categories and sub categories using Colgate-Palmolive's seven step sourcing process.
Implement Colgate's requirements for supported function/business units/category spends by selecting core and/or leveraged suppliers which provide efficient cost, quality, and delivery.
Implementing and sharing outstanding strategies in alignment with overall Global Business strategy and handle relationships and alliances with the used suppliers so that they are in tune with developments and directions in Colgate business units.
Identifying, developing, and leading business relationships, internally and externally, to ensure alignment of sourcing strategies to meet business requirements.
Running SRM program for strategic suppliers identify in the category.
Working collaboratively with team members, business and functional business partners, and suppliers to develop and supervise project plans to ensure sourcing projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Accountable for the Purchasing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and working with the entire supported function/ business units.
Ensuring organizational service, quality, innovation, and financial goals are met.
Gaining comprehensive industry knowledge of standard methodologies, processes, and technology trends to proactively adjust sourcing strategy.
Identifying metrics, tools, and processes to optimize sourcing and supplier innovation and efficiencies.
Developing, Negotiating and Implementing contract agreements with suppliers.
Key Procurement skills include international expertise, market analysis, contract development and management, supplier selection, negotiation, supplier performance and supplier relationship management.
Additionally, in this role one must be able to formulate and proactively communicate strategies and concepts.
Supporting budget preparation, providing market insights, trends, and cost impact relevant to the category.
Growing supplier diversity within the category aligned with company goals.
Occasionally travel required to New York City headquarters.