Manager, Procurement

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The Manager, Procurement is responsible for the timely development, delivery and execution of strategic category plans and sourcing events for assigned categories of spend. This role liaises with cross-functional partners throughout Brother as well as external suppliers to drive effective and transparent sourcing processes and developing strategies that support our business partner's needs and objectives. This role drives increased value through delivered savings, cradle to grave management of contracts, and mitigating supplier risks. The Manager, Procurement is also responsible for the management of centralized supplier relationships, ensuring the supplier complies with and is measured against contract obligations and service level agreements, passes privacy, security, quality, and safety audits as well as meeting regulatory and Brother requirements.

What You’ll Do

Strategic Sourcing

• Lead and manage the execution of sourcing events within assigned categories, leveraging data, market intelligence, and business needs
• Accountable for developing an opportunity pipeline, and subsequently delivering savings to meet established targets
• Partner with business stakeholders (and EPMO where relevant) to ensure that RFPs/competitive events and negotiations are executed with proper time for executive alignment, proper negotiation and transition/change management
• Develop all bid related materials for RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, reverse auctions, or any other strategy utilized
• Lead all sourcing events, driving to established milestones, providing guidance to the teams, and ensuring ethical and fair execution
• Develop negotiation strategies
• Guide, facilitate, and lead negotiations for the full variety of agreements and contracts within category including, but not limited to: Master Service Agreements, NDA, SOWs, purchase orders, term sheets, pricing schedules, etc.
• Ensure agreements and contracts reflect the needs of the business and mitigate business risks and include total cost of ownership, suggested business terms and conditions to protect our interests and establish a foundation for a strong supplier relationship
• Manage the full contract lifecycle and guide the business throughout
  
  
  

Data Driven Category Strategy Development

• Establish role as a key resource and trusted advisor for the category stakeholder
• Maintain market, supply base, and market trends intelligence within the category. Regularly provide updates, insights, and evaluations to the stakeholder team
• Perform spend and supplier analysis
• Provide and drive the identification, understanding, and leverage of key cost drivers within the category
• Proactively identify supplier risks and develop risk mitigation strategies
  
  
  

Procurement Process

• Proactively manage all procurement processes, adhering to timelines established with business partners
• Reenforce the established standard utilization of tools and processes. Drive procurement process and policy adherence
• Effectively and efficiently use all technology tools and systems available
• Drive utilization of preferred suppliers whenever possible
• Provide financial transparency to the business related to purchasing commitments, as well as forecasted and delivered savings
• Support and grow procurement programs such as Sustainability and Diversity
• Suggests ways to improve procurement processes within their category, often focusing on efficiency, cost reductions, or better supplier management
• Manage procurement professional(s) by supporting developmental needs, enhancing skills, encouraging continuous learning, and holding them accountable while fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
  
  
  

Supplier Relationships

• Manage and develop key supplier relationships within the categories. Establish Supplier Relationship Manager SRM practices in the areas of responsibility and drive Joint Business Planning with business critical suppliers
• Monitor supplier performance via methods such as key metrics, KPIS, and contract compliance. Provide updates to relevant internal and external parties. Address issues as needed in conjunction with the business

About Our Ideal Candidate

Education

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) Business, Supply Chain or related field Required
  
  
  

Experience

Minimum 7 years (Required)

• Experience in category management, strategic sourcing, procurement in a mid to large size company or consulting firm with knowledge in supply chain, transportation, warehouse operations, manufacturing, facilities, and materials categories
• Possesses in-depth knowledge of their assigned categories including supplier markets, cost drivers, and innovations within the Integrated Supply Chain, Technical Services, Manufacturing, Facilities, and Materials sourcing functions.
  
  
  

Less Than 1 Year (Preferred)

• Managerial experience leading and mentoring team of procurement professionals
  
  
  

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) Preferred
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) Preferred
  
  
  

Languages

• Spanish Preferred
  
  
  

Software/Technical Skills

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Intermediate Preferred
• Purchasing Platform (Zycus experience is a plus) Intermediate Required
• eProcurement, Contracting, and Vendor Management Platforms Intermediate Required
• SAP S4/Hana Intermediate Preferred
• Lean and/or Six Sigma Intermediate Preferred
  
  
  

Other Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Deep understanding of end-to-end procurement lifecycle; procurement policies, practices, and regulations Required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to think outside the box and work in a team environment Required
• Proven leadership and team management skills in domestic and international procurement operations Required
• Strong knowledge of contract/PO terms and conditions Required
• Impeccable attention to detail Required
• Excellent organization and planning abilities and able to seamlessly coordinate multiple concurrent tasks Required
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills using tact, professionalism and courtesy Required
• Strong financial acumen with working knowledge of financial principles and cost analysis Required
• Excellent oral and written communications skills with demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality in all interactions Required
• Excellent negotiation skills Required
• Highly ethical Required
• Proven ability communicating procurement strategies, savings opportunities, and risks to senior management and stakeholders at all levels Required

Additional Details For This Role

This role will be a hybrid role. Subject to business needs, employees may work remotely up to two days per week. Assigned office days will be determined by managers.

• The salary (or hiring) range for this position is $110,000-130,000.00 per year.
• Starting salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location, and alignment with market data.
• This position is eligible to participate in the relevant Brother variable pay incentive plan(s). Applicable bonus awards are discretionary and contingent upon 1) achievement of your individual objectives and 2) Brother achieving its corporate and business-level objectives.
• Benefits include, but are not limited to, healthcare and wellness coverage, life and disability insurance, 401K, tuition reimbursement, and Paid Time Off. Details are available at https://mybenefits.nfp.com/Brother/2024/guidebook/

What We Offer Our Employees

At Brother USA, we believe in investing in our employees and providing them with an environment that fosters growth, creativity, and a healthy work-life balance. Here are some of the benefits of working with us:

• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and bonus program to reward your hard work and dedication
• Comprehensive Benefits: Our benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan with company match
• Professional Development: We're committed to helping you grow in your career with opportunities for training and development
• Work-Life Balance: We support your well-being with flexible work arrangements and a focus on work-life balance
• Employee Engagement: Join a team that values your contributions and celebrates success together
  
  
  

Learn more about our benefits: https://careers.brother-usa.com/benefits

Learn more about life at Brother: https://careers.brother-usa.com/lifeatbrother

Brother International Corporation has earned its reputation as a premier provider of home office and business products, home appliances for the sewing and crafting enthusiast as well as industrial solutions that revolutionize the way we live and work. Brother International Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Brother Industries Ltd. With worldwide sales exceeding $6 billion, this global manufacturer was started more than 100 years ago. Bridgewater, New Jersey is the corporate headquarters for Brother in the Americas. It has fully integrated sales, marketing services, manufacturing, research and development capabilities located in the U.S. In addition to its headquarters, Brother has facilities in California, Illinois and Tennessee, as well as subsidiaries in Canada, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Peru and Mexico. For more information, visit [2]www.brother.com.

Brother International Corporation ("Brother") is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or make employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws. If you require any physical or other assistance in completing this application or any other aspect of the application or interview process, a reasonable accommodation will be made upon request.