Procurement Manager, DSD & Inbound Logistics
About The Position
This position will under general direction; have responsibility for supporting the development of category strategies within “Direct Store Delivery” Transportation, Inbound and International Logistics. (~$175MM global annual spend). This position will lead projects supporting Supply Chain logistics across North America at WHQ. The individual will be expected to deliver Procurement's financial and process goals/objectives, drive alignment and partnership with Supply Chain Logistics leadership, utilize category and procurement expertise to deliver results and influence and implement category strategies. This position will be responsible for identifying areas of opportunity across all Campbell brands and subsidiaries which will improve operational performance, increase customer service, achieve sustainable productivity and reduce costs. Tasks include supporting strategic sourcing processes, stakeholder management, driving continuous improvement and innovative thinking. In addition, this individual will be required to have quantitative skills in order to analyze, validate, manipulate, and manage large amounts of data, specific to problem solving and decision support. This position will set the standard for leadership and the sharing of Logistics best practices across the various business units by demonstrating in-depth knowledge of the industry. Role will require development of RFIs and RFPs as well as leading negotiations and execution of contracts. Also, financial analysis and risk assessment skills are needed to recommend most optimal solutions to the businesses.
Requirements
- BS/BA, preferably in supply chain or related field
- 7 years' experience, with either Procurement or transportation operations
Nice To Haves
- Excellent negotiating skills
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills
- Experience with SAP, Transportation and Warehousing Management Systems preferred
Responsibilities
- Partner with business in strategy development for the Transportation & Logistics categories
- Translate strategy into tactical plans and support execution
- Define and implement mechanisms to ensure alignment/engagement
- Remain abreast of industry trends/changes to identify impacts to Campbell Soup
- Drive continuous improvement and innovation within area of responsibility
- Provide direction to team members with respect to Procurement Sourcing activities for large/complex projects
- Develop category strategies in support of BU stakeholders' objectives/strategy
- Conduct RFXs/Auctions, analyze responses, and make recommendations
- Define negotiation strategies based upon Total Delivered Cost and lead execution
- Support the contracting process in strong collaboration with BU and Legal
- Drive standardized policies and procedures across businesses
- Guide client in the development of Statements of Work (SOWs) as needed for services
- Manage all supplier contracts, proactively communicate and renegotiate as needed based on contract terms, changing business needs and changes in the economic environment
- Collaborate with business and suppliers to deliver continuous improvement and cost reductions to drive network efficiency, improve logistics practices and reduce costs
- Manage resolution of supplier issues to ensure business continuity as required
- Establish strong working relationships with key customers
- Influence and help develop Transportation & Logistics strategy
- Support issue resolution creatively to provide optimal business solutions
- Drive compliance with preferred suppliers and policies and procedures
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- short and long-term disability
- AD&D
- life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners)
- matching 401(k) plan
- unlimited sick time
- paid time off
- holiday pay
- free access to the fitness center (if in WHQ)
- access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) (if in WHQ)
- company store (if in WHQ)
- Campbell’s Cares program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
