Description: Judge Direct Placement is seeking a Sr. Procurement Manager in Minneapolis, MN area!
Responsibilities:
Establish business processes and department objectives
Communicate with all management levels regarding initiatives and programs
Evaluate crop reports, statistical supply demand data, price trends, and technical market factors from various sources for assigned commodities
Direct a staff of Administrative Personnel and Procurement Managers (staff must have expert knowledge of ingredients, commodities, and packaging procurement for various divisions within the company)
Responsible for 2 billion dollars' worth of annual purchases
Ability to direct, mold and guide the activities of buyers and assistants relative to company initiatives
Provide coverage for a large range of materials and services required for diverse operations
Work with suppliers, trade groups and government agencies regarding purchases
Develop lasting relationships with vital suppliers in order to be a leading customer
Engage in cash purchases as well as hedging activities with the objective of keeping with established product quality standards while procuring items at the lowest cost
Perform to the standards defined by the Procurement Director, while setting a positive example for others
Ensure the department will meet all criteria set forth by the company
Maintain all key internal and external relationships by ensuring appropriate business connections
Guarantee the Procurement Team meets or exceeds financial goals set forth by the company
Oversee and guide direct reports in the performance of all assigned duties
Provide feedback to direct reports after completing performance reviews
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in business management or related field
10 to 15 years procurement experience
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Must be able to communicate with all levels both internally and externally
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills (Process management or Quality Improvement Process skills are a plus)
Strong negotiation skills; high level of diplomacy required
Excellent computer literacy skills: MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), Business Objects, and Gateway
Ability to manage in a team environment (delegate responsibility, supervise people)
Exceptional attention to detail
Above average planning and organizing skills
Able to make decisions and implement changes; ability to take managed risks
Previously managed over $250,000,000 budget
Familiarity with RFX tools, processes and e-auction.
Previously developed and executed buying strategies
Contact: jevans@judge.com
This job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Find us on the web at www.judge.com
