Procurement Senior Manager

the LEGO Group•Richmond, VA

3d•$128,542 - $192,812•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you ready to shape the future of procurement at LEGO® Manufacturing Virginia by driving meaningful change in a dynamic manufacturing environment? Join the LEGO Group as a Sr. Procurement Manager Specialist and lead the transformation of our Virginia manufacturing site’s procurement process, driving compliance, scalability, and process excellence in collaboration with global teams to ensure long-term organizational resilience, with a strong focus on cost optimization and risk mitigation. The Procurement department at LEGO is a pivotal part of the organization, responsible for ensuring efficient and effective sourcing and supply chain management. By integrating global standards and local execution, the department drives innovation and resilience across manufacturing sites. It plays a crucial role in aligning procurement strategies with organizational objectives, fostering collaboration, and mitigating risks. The Sr. Procurement Manager Specialist supports the broader organization by leading the transformation of procurement processes at the Virginia site. This role enhances compliance, scalability, and business impact, ensuring that procurement activities align with LEGO's growth and sustainability goals. By collaborating with global colleagues and internal stakeholders and building data streams to support seamless integration of cost-saving initiatives while contributing to the expansion of manufacturing capabilities, ultimately driving long-term organizational success.

Requirements

Expertise in procurement process design, implementation, change management, and continuous improvement.
Strong proficiency in ERP systems, with SAP experience highly preferred.
Ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and global colleagues.
Excellent analytical skills for developing procurement KPIs and metrics.
Strong communication skills to act as a subject-matter expert and lead workshops and training.
Experience in procurement, planning, or supply chain manufacturing, preferably in consumer products, with greenfield or transformation programs.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Power BI and Coupa for procurement analytics and reporting.
Familiarity with ISO Certification and Responsible Business Practices.
Demonstrated ability to lead productivity project tracking and cost savings initiatives.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify procurement-related risks.
Experience in hosting workshops and onboarding sessions.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

Architect and standardize the LEGO Manufacturing Virginia site procurement process, ensuring compliance, scalability, and effective cost management.
Drive process excellence and adherence to global standards, policies, and governance frameworks, emphasizing risk mitigation.
Develop and implement procurement KPIs and metrics to measure performance, support organizational objectives, and optimize costs.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and global colleagues to align procurement capabilities with business goals, focusing on risk management.
Lead the integration of cost savings projects into regional and global forums, supporting financial planning and analysis.
Act as a subject-matter expert for procurement systems, championing advancements in SAP, Power BI, and Coupa.
Support greenfield and factory expansion objectives, ensuring procurement readiness, operational stability, and risk management.