Senior Director, Regional Procurement North America

Pernod Ricard-posted 2 days ago
Full-time • Director
Hybrid • New York, NY
5,001-10,000 employees
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Establish Supplier Management and Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Strategy for Pernod Ricard North America. Develop, manage and direct the Indirect Procurement (non – production materials) process including the development of procurement best practices through strong relationship management with leading edge suppliers, delivering competitive total cost, employing sound risk management strategies, driving continuous improvement of material quality, supply chain, and operations efficiency, maximizing cost savings opportunities and controlling spend. The development of key internal and external customer relationships is an integral function of this position.

  • Develop and Implement a Structured Procurement “Way of Working” Process Framework including material portfolio analysis, market and cost analysis, strategic sourcing strategy, risk management, supplier evaluation and selection methodology, negotiation strategy, and supplier development.
  • Create and implement an annual Strategic Sourcing Plan for each Material Category that incorporates the fundamentals of the Procurement Process Framework.
  • Engage HQ Procurement to implement ongoing initiatives which generate the ability to leverage spend regionally/globally, collaborate effectively and actively engage HQ category managers when bidding high dollar initiatives.
  • Identify and prioritize material cost savings, quality and process improvement opportunities within our existing vendor base along with potential new vendors and establish standards as appropriate (particular focus on POS/VAP production vendors –printers, finishers, sourcing agents, POS freight suppliers, etc.).
  • Lead negotiations with key vendors.
  • Establish and manage initial and on-going Vendor Qualification and Score Card process for new and existing vendors.
  • Work with Legal in the implementation and management of contracts.
  • Manage Supplier base. Ensure vendors meet Pernod Ricard ethical standards.
  • Provide leadership, management, and administration of procurement programs while actively managing the team and individual performance, coach and develop team members for high performance, and develops the next generation talent.
  • Demonstrate effective communication, both written and verbal, at all levels of the organization with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels with or without direct authority.
  • Demonstrate the ability to deliver results in a complex, matrixed organization.
  • Manage the relevance, content, documentation, communication, and timeliness of all Purchasing Policies and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable Pernod Ricard USA standards and Procurement processes, including vendor creation, vendor management, competitive bidding requirements and contract approvals.
  • Create and implement a Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) program that enables the ongoing engagement with strategic suppliers.
  • Generate continuous improvement opportunities through leveraging the relationships across the Pernod Ricard enterprise and the vendors supporting our strategic needs.
  • 4 Years College - Bachelor’s Degree. Master’s Degree preferred.
  • Minimum fifteen years demonstrated Indirect Procurement experience including minimum ten years in POS/VAP Purchasing, Procurement and/or Supplier Management role (agency and/or business side).
  • Strong general business acumen and professionalism; problem solving, strategy and execution experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in cross functional leadership and driving engagement across the business.
  • Good understanding of Wine and Spirits or related Consumer Products/Beverage important.
  • Excellent analytical, negotiation, interpersonal skills with a proven record of measurable achievements.
  • Strong business writer and clear communicator.
  • Confident with at least intermediate level Excel and Power Point from day one.
  • Commercial acumen with strong project management skills – ability to manage multiple projects with stretched deadlines.
  • Flexibility, self-motivated and able to add value from day one.
  • Travel is expected and required with vendors and with between PRUSA offices in White Plains, NY and NYC Estimated Travel Up To 15% - flexible and will work with candidate’s schedule where possible
  • Experience with marketing and general business strategy will be an advantage.
  • We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a a hybrid option with flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week.
  • We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support.
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