Sr. Procurement Manager

Cushman & Wakefield • Costa Mesa, CA

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About The Position

The Senior Procurement Manager is responsible for leading the procurement function within the portfolio of sites on client account(s). This role involves developing and executing procurement strategies, leading strategic sourcing, ensuring the cost-effective procurement of goods and services, building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, developing effective working relationships with suppliers, implementing operational efficiencies, and managing supplier performance. This position is global, client-facing and highly visible to internal & external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 9+ years’ experience in procurement with at least 5 of those years directly developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives, ideally in facilities-related categories.
• Demonstrated proficiency and longevity in leading, developing and executing multiple end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives simultaneously for high-spend facility / real estate service categories.
• Experience using procurement technology such as e-RFPs, reverse auctions, e-catalogs, and contract management systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and executing facility service category management strategies.
• Proficiency in preparing / negotiating agreements & amendments, and interpreting risks / outcomes / recommendations to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and delivering presentations to executive-level management.
• Experience in procurement operations.
• Experience leading teams in a remote setting, ideally inclusive of outside NAM.
• Analytical and quantitative skills to analyze and interpret information / data into actionable insights.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, results-oriented environment
• Self-motivated and works independently to find solutions quickly and efficiently
• Demonstrated experience effectively communicating and working with all levels of management.
• Experience effectively leading cross-functional teams.
• Project management experience.
• Previous direct supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or Master's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directly engage with the Client, Account Management Team, Suppliers , C&W Corporate and other key stakeholders to develop a positive, productive partnership with Procurement to enable continuous value creation delivery.
• Develop, maintain and lead implementation of a global strategic sourcing roadmap and related category sourcing strategies to realize identified value creation opportunities.
• Guide EMEA and APAC category-specific sourcing strategy development and execution.
• Manage supplier audits, business reviews and other supplier relationship management partnership strategies to enhance delivered value, quality, innovation and service to the client.
• Implement programs and initiatives, and manage applicable governance processes, to ensure achievement of all assigned goals, metrics and KPIs.
• Analyze account-wide data, benchmarks, market research, case studies and processes to constantly identify and maximize value creation opportunities ranging from cost savings to innovation application.
• Develop and execute end-to-end eRFP’s of varying complexity.
• Contribute to the advancement, implementation and utilization of advanced technology.
• Interpret legal and business implications of contractual terms & conditions; advise stakeholders of contractual rights / risks and make recommendations in relation to addressing COI risk, obligations, effective use of legal resources, and other contractual matters.
• Oversee the development, installation, utilization and maintenance of data in tracking & reporting tools.
• Utilize technology and tools to manage document management governance and compliance for documents ranging from COI’s to MSA’s.
• Actively identify and contribute to / lead improvement projects and initiatives.
• Conduct change management activities and applicable training as required.
• Employ C&W best practices, policies, processes, tools and templates to include both C&W corporate and Client account specifications.
• Partner with Category Managers and preferred suppliers to realize increased value creation for both C&W and the Client.
• Work cross-functionally with departments to problem-solve and complete projects / initiatives.
• Actively participate in the continuous development of team members.
• Perform other miscellaneous related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work.
• In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level