Sr. Procurement Manager

We are looking for a passionate and strategic Sr. Procurement Manager to lead a team of 6 buyers in driving growth and profitability for our Chillers Product Business Unit (PBU). You will be a key member of the PBU leadership team reporting to the Director of Procurement. You will provide innovative procurement solutions and fostering a high-performing team environment, in a business experiencing rapid expansion. 

What You Will Do 

• Lead with a Growth Mindset: Identify and develop new sourcing opportunities with a focus on business expansion and category growth. 

• Drive Continuous Improvement: Cultivate a growth-minded approach within your team, promoting supplier innovation and continuous improvement initiatives. 

• Foster Strong Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, demonstrating high emotional intelligence and effective communication skills. 

• Lead a High-Performing Team: Develop and coach a team of 6 buyers, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment. 

• Develop and Execute Procurement Strategy: Collaborate with the PBU leadership team to define and execute strategic procurement initiatives that optimize spend within the ~1B annual budget. 

• Manage End-to-End NPI Support: Provide comprehensive procurement support for new product introductions (NPI) within the PBU. 

• Lead Negotiations: Secure optimal pricing, terms, and quality through strategic negotiations with critical suppliers. 

• Drive Operational Excellence: Ensure team compliance with established procurement processes and participate in continuous improvement efforts. 

• Develop Team Capabilities: Champion continuing education for your team to enhance their effectiveness and build strong supplier relationships. 

• Promote Sustainability: Identify and implement sustainable procurement practices within the global supply chain. 

What you will need: 

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or equivalent; an MBA is a plus. 

• Minimum 6-10 years of experience in a multinational organization. 

• Minimum 6 years of experience in a Strategic Sourcing role, preferably with Direct Materials. 

• Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams within a matrix environment. 

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle ambiguity and complex situations. 

• Working knowledge of SAP or other equivalent ERP systems. 

• Experience negotiating complex supply contracts. 

• Ability to travel 10% globally and domestically