Project Manager - Procurement

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Full-time - Mid Level

Lisle, IL

10,001+ employees

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About the position

The Project Manager - Procurement at International Procurement will play a crucial role in leading cross-functional projects aimed at supplier resourcing and relocation, particularly in support of cost reduction efforts. This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to manage complex projects in a fast-paced environment, ensuring effective communication and coordination among various teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional execution of supplier resourcing and relocation projects associated with Category Management Team cost reduction efforts
• Provide support with execution planning (including key milestone timing) to Category Management teams for supplier resourcing and relocation projects
• Lead expedited cross-functional execution of supplier resourcing projects to eliminate/mitigate supply shortages due to forced supplier exits or bankruptcies
• Lead coordination of Procurement activities in support of major insourcing projects with Manufacturing
• Develop detailed project plans and perform critical path analysis using Microsoft Project, as needed
• Lead cross-functional resolution of a wide range of complex problems in innovative ways, including issues where precedent may not exist
• Network with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise
• Coordinate cross-functional risk and issues investigations and mitigation
• May instruct, coach or provide informal guidance to colleagues with less experience
• Present project status to Senior Procurement management and Executive level audiences
• Identifies needed resources for cross functional project teams

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• At least 8 years of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience
• 1 year lead experience
• OR Master's degree
• At least 6 years of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience
• 1 year lead experience
• OR At least 10 years of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience
• 1 year lead experience

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrates a positive attitude and a strong commitment to work
• Familiarity with truck and/or engine products and components
• A strong understanding of procurement processes
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills for reporting and status updates at all organizational levels
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proactive approach to solving complex problems
• Ability to prioritize work effectively
• Experience managing a project with cross-functional teams and suppliers in different regions / time zones / cultures
• PMP preferred
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt / Green Belt training and/or certification preferred