Procurement Manager

Job Description

Brightspeed has an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Manager to join our team! Reporting to the Director, Sourcing & Procurement, you will focus on developing the vision and direction within the IT, Indirect, and Direct categories across the Brightspeed enterprise. The successful candidate will play a lead role in aligning with Brightspeed’s business goals and driving end-to-end category strategy, performance effectiveness, efficiency, value, and contract negotiation. You will build collaborative relationships with internal business partners as well as strategic relationships with external suppliers. You will have demonstrated experience in defining and driving industry best practices and develop recommendations for enhanced business performance. You will also actively manage multiple, time-sensitive projects and interface with all levels of management to negotiate and drive transformational/complex deals. Come join the team that will build the fastest fiber-optic network in America!

As a Procurement Manager, your duties and responsibilities will include:

Collaborate closely with senior level business partners to understand their priorities, strategies, challenge and, assess and manage expectations and drive alignment on end-to-end category strategy

Earn the business partner’s respect and serve as a Trusted Advisor and Business Leader by demonstrating proven category expertise

Plan and propose strategies that best support the business, create efficiencies, and provide outstanding performance. Areas of focus include contract negotiation, contract management, supplier management, and RFx bidding activities as needed.

Partner with the business to eliminate unnecessary spend, maximize value, and lead process workflow to include guiding and influencing toward best practices, lead negotiations and execution, and define benchmarks and program performance

Stay current and leverage the industry best practices, game-changing strategies, and technology trends to drive World Class standards.

Assist with the development of Brightspeed’s Procure to Pay process and associated procurement systems including testing participation as needed.

Drive continuous optimization of supply base with input on performance management measures and process enhancement

Drive strategy implementation to enhance efficiency, process and performance improvement and build foundations for trusted partnerships

Oversee management of business and financial issues (budget, annual scopes, staffing and annual contracts/addendums, renewals etc.) and effectively develops relationships to meet the needs of the business

Ensure operational excellence and effective communications with internal and external partners

Coordinate appropriate Supplier reviews focused on performance, opportunity, and innovation

Qualifications:
Qualifications

WHAT IT TAKES TO CATCH OUR EYE:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

7+ years of relevant work experience specifically in the areas of Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, consulting, or comparable functional experience

Experience with program and change management

Advanced category experience and proven experience in leading transformational change

Experience creating collaborative relationships and developing category strategies or longer-term strategic plans/initiatives

Experience developing process, process improvements and policy implementation and oversight

Supplier performance management experience including reviews

Results/Metrics driven with strong financial base

Industry benchmarking experience

Self-motivated /self-starter with ability to work independently

Passion for research, insight generation and strategic thinking

Empathetic, collaborative mindset that can navigate/influence a complex matrix organization to solve problems

Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record of delivering value and results

Ability to navigate through complex/matrix organization

Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to influence senior leader audiences

Ability to articulate and simplify complex initiatives in a concise, effective manner to senior leaders

BONUS POINTS FOR:

Advanced proficiency in building leadership PPT presentations (visually telling a story)

Extensive Professional & Supplier network

Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills

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Additional Information

WHY JOIN US?

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We aspire to contemporary ways of working. **

Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Charlotte Observer, Brightspeed HQ is located on the 7th floor of the new Vantage South End - East Tower in Charlotte, NC. We prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area, whenever possible, to make it a truly vibrant destination for our hybrid workforce. At Brightspeed, we have roles that are designated as remote, hybrid, office or field-based, depending on the position, business needs and individual circumstances. We also invest in technology that enables our entire team to stay connected. Why? Because Brightspeed recognizes the value of finding the best talent for the job, wherever they may be.

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We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. **

Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness through physical, emotional and financial health. Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefit program, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program; a 401K plan with company match and a host of voluntary benefits.

Diversity, equity and inclusion

are at the center of our grounding belief in Being Real .

When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us be fierce advocates for more accessible, inclusive and high-quality internet, because we believe doing so promotes equity in the communities we serve.

Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

For all applicants, please take a moment to review our Privacy Notices:

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Qualifications

**Here's what you'll bring to the table:**

* Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field (Master’s degree preferred)
* Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management, with a minimum of 5 years in a managerial role
* Strong negotiation, contract management, and vendor relationship management skills
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data-driven decision-making
* Proficiency in procurement software and systems, such as ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and e-procurement platforms
* Familiarity with relevant regulations and compliance standards, such as ISO certifications and industry-specific requirements
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels

**Certifications (Optional):**

* Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
* Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
* Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Certification

**Pay Range:** $100,000 - $120,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Additional Information

**Wonderful's dedication to you:**

* Competitive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k
* Continued training and generous Education Reimbursement Program
* Paid sick, vacation and holiday time
* Wonderful Giving ([www.wonderfulgiving.com](http://www.wonderfulgiving.com/)) -- allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice

**Why Choose Wonderful?**

Wonderful Citrus is part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held **$6 billion** global company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world. Its iconic brands include FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, Teleflora, and JUSTIN and Lewis Cellars wines. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA.

To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products, and its core values, please visit [wonderful.com](https://www.wonderful.com/), or follow The Wonderful Company on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-wonderful-company/mycompany/verification/?viewAsMember=true), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/Wonderful), and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/thewonderfulcompany/). To learn more about the company’s corporate social responsibility impact, visit [csr.wonderful.com](https://csr.wonderful.com/).

_Wonderful Citrus and The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories._

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