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associate packaging engineer - r&d

director procurement strategy, packaging sourcing & engineering Jobs in New York

director procurement strategy, packaging sourcing & engineering

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director, procurement systems and operations Jobs in New York

director, procurement systems and operations

director, technical programs - indirect procurement Jobs in New York

director, technical programs - indirect procurement

director procurement strategy packaging sourcing engineering

HelloFresh

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 We are currently seeking an experienced leader to join our Procurement Leadership team as Director of Procurement - Packaging Sourcing &amp; Engineering for North America. This person will partner with the VP of Procurement in cultivating a high performing organization, and will be responsible for leading our packaging sourcing and packaging engineering teams. You will be responsible for end-to-end Packaging execution across our various brands; driving sourcing strategy, design innovation, quality and product testing and evaluation. The Director will have the opportunity to both build new functions and manage our established teams as we continue to grow and scale our volume and product range.
 
 
 You will...
 
 
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 Serve as key member of the Procurement Leadership team.
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 Grow a high performing team, providing leadership, coaching and developmental support to Associate Directors &amp; Strategy Managers of packaging sourcing and packaging engineering.
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 Cultivate a strong team culture consistent with HelloFresh&rsquo;s core values and drive sourcing and technical best practices throughout your organization.
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 Work closely with senior leadership to develop a sourcing and product innovation roadmap that supports company goals. Set and oversee the achievement of OKRs on cost, growth and innovation, risk management, supplier performance, and team development and enablement.
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 Build and drive annual budgets and savings initiatives by collaborating with business partners and Finance, specifically as it relates to our Packaging spend. Communicate monthly category performance to the Senior Leadership team.
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 Lead the packaging engineering team to drive continuous improvement in packaging quality and design, and drive best practices in product evaluation and testing.
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 Continue to scale our supplier network and manage capacity to meet the demand of HelloFresh&rsquo;s multi-brand growth strategy.
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 Partner cross functionally and work closely with our supplier network to identify and deliver on opportunities to drive improved customer experience through both existing product optimization and new product development.
 
 
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 You are&hellip;
 
 
 
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 A packaging procurement leader with an appetite for building scalable teams and enabling innovative, high-quality products
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 An expert negotiator who has handled multi-million dollar contract negotiations
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 A creative problem solver with a process improvement mindset
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 Data-driven decision maker who is passionate about bringing that mentality to their team
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 A strong leader with a proven track record of managing large and diverse teams
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 Detail-oriented &ndash; You possess strong organizational skills and consistently demonstrate a methodical approach to all your work
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 A self-starter &ndash; You are highly motivated and passionate; you&rsquo;re eager to take on new projects without knowing exactly what you will uncover
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 Agile &ndash; You thrive in fast-paced and dynamic environments and are willing to get deep into the weeds where needed
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 A strong communicator who can easily communicate complex solutions cross functionally and to upper management
 
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 You have...
 
 
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 15 years of experience in Procurement, with relevant experience in the packaging industry
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 A degree in Supply Chain Management, Packaging Engineering, Business Administration or related field is preferred
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 Packaging sourcing, manufacturing, engineering or design experience is preferred
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 Hands-on experience through roles in purchasing, procurement, or logistics, where you have developed skills in negotiation, supplier management, cost control &amp; quality improvement
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 Flexibility to travel (up to 30%)
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 Fluent in Google Suite applications
 
 
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 You&rsquo;ll get&hellip;
 
 
 
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 Competitive hourly rate, 401K company match that vests immediately upon participation, &amp; team bonus opportunities
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 Generous PTO and flexible attendance policy
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 Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
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 Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)
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 Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those pertaining to BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
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 Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain
 
 
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 This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.
 
 
 New York Pay Range
 
 
 $161,330&mdash;$215,130 USD
 
 
 This position is also eligible for the HelloFresh equity plan.
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Director Procurement Strategy, Packaging Sourcing & Engineering

Moroccanoil

<div>
 
 
 About the Company:
 
 
 
 Inspired by the Mediterranean, Moroccanoil comes to life through our iconic turquoise packaging and signature fragrance, for an exotic experience that transports the senses. Our original Moroccanoil Treatment pioneered oil-infused haircare and sparked global interest in argan oil. At the heart of our brand is the stylist community that inspires us to create effective and easy-to-use products. Today, our mission remains unchanged: to pioneer beauty innovations while making a positive impact. We support animal welfare as a cruelty-free brand with our PETA Beauty without Bunnies certification and partnership with the Humane Society. Ocean conservation and sustainability are central to us, including our collaboration with Oceana. As our journey continues, we strive to make a meaningful difference in our communities and around the world.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Overview:
 
 
 
 The Packaing Designer will support all of the strategic creative development and execution of brand primary and secondary packaging. This role drives creative innovations and collaborates with the Senior Packaging Designer &amp; AVP Creative Director to identify new packaging opportunities for the brand.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Tasks &amp; Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 - Create highly innovative concepts and product designs in line with overall brand strategy
 
 
 - Creation and adaptation of artwork mechanicals for US and global variants
 
 
 - Artwork pre-production discussions with vendors as needed, during prepress/proofing process;
 
 
 - Presentation-ready package renderings for existing and/or known packages and shapes;
 
 
 - Collaborate with cross functional teams &ndash;Creative, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Product
 
 
 Development, and Procurement.
 
 
 - Execute above responsibilities within artwork production processes tracking to hard dates in known
 
 
 timelines;
 
 
 - Review all samples/proofs of packaging development and keep an organized library with the evolution of
 
 
 final developed package.
 
 
 - Work with comp houses on all presentation comps
 
 
 - Concept presentations (concept decks, mood boards, drawings, renderings, and models)
 
 
 - Management of departmental workflow, proofing organization and packaging standards
 
 
 - Develop and maintain standards for new and pre-existing products.
 
 
 - Responsible for reviewing artwork mechanicals for release to print for primary and secondary.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Skills &amp; Abilities:
 
 
 
 - Bachelor&rsquo;s degree;
 
 
 - 3-5 years of packaging design experience;
 
 
 - Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) 3D Rendering, Comp and Design
 
 
 Process
 
 
 - 3D software (Rhino, CADD, Maya, etc), knowledge of 3D Printing is a plus
 
 
 - Strong grasp of mechanical engineering concepts;
 
 
 - Strong knowledge of competitive landscape and design/beauty trends
 
 
 - Has an understanding of substrates and best practices for sustainable design
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Characteristics:
 
 
 
 - Organized;
 
 
 - Strong attention to detail;
 
 
 - Takes initiative;
 
 
 - Ability to multi-task;
 
 
 - Works well under pressure;
 
 
 - Able to work in a team or individually.
 
 
 - Demonstrates flexibility
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What&rsquo;s In It For You:
 
 
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 Hybrid Work Policy &ndash; 4 days in the office, Fridays are typically work-from-home
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 Flexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, PTO, Summer/Winter Fridays &amp; More!)
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 Access to Company Perks (Moroccanoil&rsquo;s Employee Shop for Discounted Products and Salon Treatments for free!)
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 Company Sponsored Healthcare plans for all our Employees, Paid Maternity Leave
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 401k (up to 6% match)
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 Moroccanoil is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
 
 
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Packaging Designer

Solomon Page

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 Our client is looking to fill the role of Director of creative operations/project management role with a top company in NYC. Role is 2 days onsite and 3 days remote. Will be working on beauty and home categories. Working on packaging but main focus is the strategic thinking and management to drive the projects with the company. The Creative Operations Leader will identify and drive strategies to support the evolution of Creative Operations and set the team up to scale for increased demand. Managing a team of Project Managers The role requires a strategic leader with experience leading transformation, driving efficiency, and collaborating with cross-functional teams and partners to achieve mutual goals.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 Leadership
 
 
 
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 Provide direction and leadership to team on regular priorities and projects, ensuring effective and timely execution
 
 
 
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 Project Management
 
 
 
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 Independently lead and evolve the creative traffic function, ensuing large level of private label packaging jobs are delivered on time and accurately every year.
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 Proactively assign and balance team workload, flexing priorities as business needs shift.
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 Manage creative photography needs, studio communication, scheduling and budget
 
 
 
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 Tools Management
 
 
 
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 Develop and update merchant-facing tools to drive efficiency; serve as leader for creative workflow management tool.
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 Drive capacity planning process highlighting creative project status and sharing recommendations, aligning with creative leadership
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 Own calendar and provide project management support to Art Director for all non-packaging creative projects &ndash;
 
 
 
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 Required Qualifications:
 
 
 
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 Strong in Excel - able to build new tools and improve on existing tools
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 Strong Project Management experience
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 Strong Communicator &ndash; across levels, cross-functionally
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 People Leader
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 Able to learn new processes and tools. Able to come up to speed on Workflow Management Tool
 
 
 
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 If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.
 
 
 
 The Solomon Page Distinction
 
 
 
 Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.
 
 
 
 About Solomon Page
 
 
 
 Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.
 
 
 Opportunity Awaits.
 
 
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Director Creative Operations/Project Manager Beauty

Henry Schein

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 Job Overview
 
 
 
 This position is responsible for the strategic sourcing of indirect goods and services. The role will develop and execute Global procurement strategies, maintain supplier relationships, and drive cost savings and value creation, while ensuring consistent quality across all categories. Additionally, the role is responsible for the development and maturity advancement of the indirect categories.
 
 
 The responsibilities will include developing and executing strategic sourcing plans for indirect spend categories, analyzing spend data to identify cost-saving opportunities, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with stakeholders across different departments to ensure alignment with overall business objectives, all while focusing on goods and services that support day-to-day operations but are not directly part of the final product (IT &amp; Telecom, Facilities, MRO, Logistics, Fleet, Office Supplies, Travel &amp; Entertainment, Human Resources, Professional Services and Marketing).
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Implement and actively manage Indirect supplier catalogs via a new Procure to Pay platform for Corporate and Affiliate use to drive tail-spend management and a supplier quote program.
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 Implement sourcing strategies across identified categories, driving revenue growth and cost optimization for categories.
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 Deliver category strategy aligned with the long-term strategic business goals of the company while simultaneously finding the most cost-effective approach balancing risk management and resilience.
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 Spend analysis and strategy development: Analyzing indirect spend data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks, then identifying strategies to optimize spending across categories.
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 Strategic sourcing: Identify cost-saving opportunities through supplier selection and negotiation.
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 Stakeholder collaboration: Working with cross-functional teams to understand their procurement needs and ensure alignment with business objectives.
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 Collaboration with stakeholders, with solid understanding of the business and influence stakeholders base to make the right decisions for the company.
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 Understand stakeholder aspirations, synthesize the information and provide the organization with the context to ensure proactive strategic leadership to enable business success.
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 Supplier relationship management: Building and maintaining relationships with suppliers, managing performance, and ensuring compliance with contract terms.
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 Contract negotiation: Negotiating favorable contract terms with suppliers, including price, quality, delivery terms, and service level agreements.
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 Market research: Staying updated on market trends, new suppliers, and technological advancements within relevant indirect spend categories.
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 Process improvement: Implementing procurement best practices and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the indirect procurement function.
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 Change management: Communicating and gaining buy-in from stakeholders regarding new sourcing strategies and process changes.
 
 
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 Specific Knowledge &amp; Skills
 
 
 
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 Actively use a wide range of professional skills, strong understanding of industry practices
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 Knowledge of customer or supplier online catalog purchasing.
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 A continuous improvement mindset, curiosity, courage, and should not accept the status quo.
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 Change agent to help deliver both process simplification and enhancements. Year over year savings, and optimization.
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 Principled and deeply ethical, never risking the business.
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 Experience developing and implementing successful procurement strategies that deliver cost savings and improve efficiency across diverse categories.
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 Demonstrated experience managing internal stakeholders and senior external supply partners.
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 Experience managing and leading projects with a geographically dispersed group of stakeholders with excellent communication and collaboration skills.
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 Knowledge and/or experience in other Procurement categories
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 Experience with sourcing and procurement technology solutions and tools
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 Excellent proficiency with tools, systems, and procedures &ndash; particularly around Procure to Pay e-Procurement systems and online catalog purchasing
 
 
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 General Skills &amp; Competencies
 
 
 
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 Excellent understanding of industry practices
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 Strong proficiency with tools, systems, and procedures
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 Strong planning/organizational skills and techniques
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 Strong decision making, analysis and problem solving skills with ability to multi-task
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 Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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 Strong presentation and public speaking skills
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 Strong interpersonal skills
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 Strong conflict resolution skills and ability to deliver difficult messages
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 Ability to build partnerships at all levels within the company, ability to build partnerships externally
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 Good negotiating skills
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 Resolve complex issues in effective ways
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 Project management, consultative skills and ability to manage a budget
 
 
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 Minimum Work Experience
 
 
 
 Typically 6 to 8 or more years of increasing responsibility in terms of any applicable professional experience.
 
 
 
 Preferred Education
 
 
 
 Typically a Bachelor's Degree or global equivalent in related discipline. Master's degree or global equivalent a plus. May hold one or more industry certifications.
 
 
 
 Travel / Physical Demands
 
 
 
 Travel typically less than 10%. Office environment. No special physical demands required.
 
 
 The posted range for this position is $93,728-$117,160 which is the expected starting base salary range for an employee who is new to the role to fully proficient in the role. Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including prior experience, current skills, location/labor market, internal equity, etc.
 
 
 This position is eligible for a bonus not reflected in the posted range.
 
 
 Other benefits available include: Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage, 401K Plan with Company Match, PTO, Paid Parental Leave, Income Protection, Work Life Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Educational Benefits, Worldwide Scholarship Program and Volunteer Opportunities.
 
 
 Henry Schein, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
 
 
 For more information about career opportunities at Henry Schein, please visit our website at: www.henryschein.com/careers
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Associate Global Category Manager, Indirect Procurement

<div>JOB OVERVIEW:
This position is responsible for leading enterprise-wide procurement transformation initiatives that integrate technology, category management, and advanced analytics. This leader will oversee the deployment of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) systems, drive strategic sourcing excellence through digital tools and AI insights, and ensure successful delivery of large-scale technical programs across the organization.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
<ul><li>Category Management &amp; Strategic Sourcing
<ul><li>Lead global category management strategies across multiple spend areas&mdash;defining sourcing roadmaps, supplier segmentation, and commercial negotiation strategies.
</li><li>Drive sourcing events (RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, e-auctions) from strategy through contract execution, ensuring value, compliance, and innovation.
</li><li>Oversee supplier negotiations and contracting to secure favorable terms and long-term strategic partnerships.
</li><li>Develop category playbooks and TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) models to optimize cost, performance, and risk across the supply base.
</li><li>Align category strategies with enterprise goals, sustainability objectives, and financial targets.
</li></ul></li><li>Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Systems &amp; Digital Enablement
<ul><li>Lead end-to-end deployment of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) platforms such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, or Oracle Cloud Procurement.
</li><li>Manage cross-functional implementation teams&mdash;including IT, Finance, and Operations&mdash;to ensure seamless system integration and user adoption.
</li><li>Define system requirements, process designs, and configuration standards to enable efficient purchase requisitioning, approval workflows, and automated invoicing.
</li><li>Establish KPIs for P2P performance (e.g., cycle time, automation rates, on-time payment) and implement continuous improvement frameworks.
</li><li>Champion digital procurement transformation, leveraging automation, workflow optimization, and supplier collaboration portals.
</li></ul></li><li>Technical Program &amp; Project Management
<ul><li>Oversee complex technical programs integrating procurement systems, data analytics, and business process reengineering.
</li><li>Manage project lifecycles&mdash;from concept and design through implementation and stabilization&mdash;ensuring delivery within scope, timeline, and budget.
</li><li>Establish robust governance, reporting, and risk management processes across concurrent global initiatives.
</li><li>Apply agile and hybrid program management methodologies to accelerate delivery and enhance stakeholder alignment.
</li><li>Lead issue resolution, change management, and continuous improvement initiatives across program portfolios.
</li></ul></li><li>Analytics, AI, and Data Strategy
<ul><li>Utilize AI and machine learning to enhance spend visibility, supplier risk assessment, and demand forecasting.
</li><li>Lead the design and implementation of predictive and prescriptive analytics models to inform sourcing and budgeting decisions.
</li><li>Oversee creation of real-time dashboards and scorecards (Power BI, Tableau) to track procurement performance and savings realization.
</li><li>Apply natural language processing (NLP) and text analytics for contract intelligence and supplier sentiment analysis.
</li><li>Partner with data engineering teams to automate pipelines for spend, supplier, and transactional data.
</li></ul></li><li>Supplier Relationship &amp; Risk Management
<ul><li>Develop and maintain strong partnerships with key suppliers, fostering innovation and operational excellence.
</li><li>Implement structured supplier performance management frameworks using quantitative and qualitative KPIs.
</li><li>Assess and mitigate risks related to financial stability, supply chain disruptions, and compliance.
</li><li>Drive supplier innovation initiatives to enhance cost efficiency, sustainability, and digital maturity.
</li></ul></li><li>Leadership &amp; Stakeholder Engagement
<ul><li>Lead high-performing, matrixed, global project teams across procurement, data analytics, and program delivery functions.
</li><li>Influence executive leadership, business units, and technical stakeholders to align transformation strategies.
</li><li>Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and digital-first thinking.
</li><li>Communicate complex technical and analytical concepts clearly across business and IT audiences.
</li><li>Serve as executive sponsor for major technology and procurement transformation initiatives.
</li></ul></li></ul>SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE &amp; SKILLS:
<ul><li>Proven track record in deploying Procure-to-Pay or Source-to-Pay systems (SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle, or equivalent).
</li><li>Experience running RFPs, supplier negotiations, and e-auctions for multi-million-dollar categories.
</li><li>Demonstrated success implementing AI/ML solutions in spend analytics, forecasting, or supplier risk modeling.
</li><li>Strong understanding of ERP integration, workflow design, and data governance.
</li></ul>GENERAL SKILLS &amp; COMPETENCIES:
<ul><li>Outstanding management and leadership skills and ability to attract, retain, motivate, develop, mentor and coach team members for high performance
</li><li>Outstanding verbal and written communication skills and ability to resolve disputes effectively
</li><li>Outstanding presentation and public speaking skills
</li><li>Expert independent decision making, analysis and problem-solving skills
</li><li>Understand, interpret and act on financial information and external trends that contribute to business profitability
</li><li>Plan and manage complex and successful projects; understand available resources, develop timeline, budget and assign areas of responsibility
</li><li>Lead teams to achieve company goals and solve complex business issues in creative and effective ways
</li><li>Expert planning and organizational skills and techniques
</li><li>Communicate effectively with senior management and key stakeholders
</li><li>Excellent negotiating skills and ability to effectively manage internal and external relationships
</li><li>Ability to influence, build relationships, understand organizational complexities, manage conflict and navigate politics
</li><li>Broad professional and managerial skills with a full understanding of industry practices and company policies and procedures
</li><li>Lead and develop virtual teams
</li><li>Expert in multiple technical and business skills
</li><li>Strategic planning skills
</li></ul>MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:
Typically 12 or more years of increasing responsibility and complexity in terms of any applicable professional experience; 5 or more years of management experience. 
PREFERRED EDUCATION:
Typically a Bachelor's Degree or global equivalent in related discipline. Master's degree or global equivalent a plus. PMP or Agile certification preferred.
TRAVEL / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Travel typically less than 10%. Office environment. No special physical demands required.
The posted range for this position is $138,976-$178,932, which is the expected starting base salary range for an employee who is new to the role to fully proficient in the role. Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including prior experience, current skills, location/labor market, internal equity, etc.
This position is eligible for a bonus not reflected in the posted range.
Other benefits available include: Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage, 401K Plan with Company Match, PTO, Paid Parental Leave, Income Protection, Work Life Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Educational Benefits, Worldwide Scholarship Program and Volunteer Opportunities.
Henry Schein, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
For more information about career opportunities at Henry Schein, please visit our website at: www.henryschein.com/careers
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Director, Technical Programs - Indirect Procurement

Brex

<div>
 
 Why join us
 
 
 
 Brex is the AI-powered spend platform. We help companies spend with confidence with integrated corporate cards, banking, and global payments, plus intuitive software for travel and expenses. Tens of thousands of companies from startups to enterprises &mdash; including DoorDash, Flexport, and Compass &mdash; use Brex to proactively control spend, reduce costs, and increase efficiency on a global scale.
 
 
 Working at Brex allows you to push your limits, challenge the status quo, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. We&rsquo;re committed to building a diverse team and inclusive culture and believe your potential should only be limited by how big you can dream. We make this a reality by empowering you with the tools, resources, and support you need to grow your career.
 
 
 
 FINANCE
 
 
 
 The Finance team is a strategic engine at Brex. We lead planning, forecasting, investor relations, and corporate development &mdash; partnering across the business to drive clarity and unlock opportunity. We partner across teams at Brex to ensure our business is building and planning with the same dream big goals throughout our entire organization. We&rsquo;re not here to report on outcomes; we shape them. If you want to influence company direction and think long-term about value creation, this is where your ownership starts.
 
 
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Do
 
 
 
 You&rsquo;ll own Brex&rsquo;s procurement strategy &mdash; designing and leading a scalable approach to sourcing, vendor management, and spend optimization that drives measurable impact across the business. You&rsquo;ll negotiate contracts, unlock cost savings, and streamline approvals and processes to make it easier and faster for teams to access the tools and services they need, all while maintaining compliance and financial discipline. In this role, you&rsquo;ll partner closely with Finance, Legal, Security, and functional leaders to ensure procurement decisions align with company goals and priorities. You&rsquo;ll also build visibility and accountability by implementing reporting, analytics, and best practices that help teams understand the &ldquo;why&rdquo; behind every purchase. Finally, you&rsquo;ll play a key role in company-wide planning by contributing directly to budget management and the annual operating plan, ensuring investments are both strategic and sustainable.
 
 
 
 Where you&rsquo;ll work
 
 
 
 This role will be based in one of our Brex offices &mdash; San Francisco, New York, or Vancouver. We are a hybrid environment that combines the energy and connections of being in the office with the benefits and flexibility of working from home. We currently require a minimum of two coordinated days in the office per week, Wednesday and Thursday. Starting February 2, 2026, we will require three days per week in office - Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. As a perk, we also have up to four weeks per year of fully remote work.
 
 
 
 Responsibilites
 
 
 
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 Lead the design and execution of Brex&rsquo;s procurement strategy to deliver cost savings, efficiency, and scalability
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 Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships that optimize value, mitigate risk, and support long-term business goals
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 Drive process improvements in procurement approvals to increase speed, transparency, and compliance across the company
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 Partner with Finance, Legal, Security, and functional leaders to align procurement with budget, compliance, and strategic priorities
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 Implement tools, systems, and reporting that provide visibility into spend, trends, and ROI for leadership and stakeholders
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 Guide company-wide budget management and the annual operating plan by ensuring procurement decisions are data-driven and aligned with financial targets
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 Foster a culture of accountability and operational excellence by championing best practices in sourcing and vendor management
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
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 10+ years of progressive experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, including leadership of a procurement function
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 Proven track record of delivering measurable cost savings, contract improvements, and process efficiencies at scale
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 Strong knowledge of procurement systems, contract negotiation, vendor management, and spend analytics
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 Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence, collaborate, and build trust across Finance, Legal, Security, and business teams
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 Strategic thinker with the ability to connect procurement decisions to broader financial and business outcomes
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 Excellent communication, presentation, and change management skills to drive alignment and adoption of procurement best practices
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 High level of integrity, judgment, and commitment to operational excellence in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
 
 
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 Bonus Points
 
 
 
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 Experience building a procurement function from the ground up in a fast-growing technology company
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 Familiarity with SaaS, fintech, or technology procurement and vendor ecosystems
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 Expertise in implementing procurement tools, automation, or spend management systems
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 Background in global procurement, including international vendors and compliance considerations
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 Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) that demonstrate advanced procurement expertise
 
 
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 Compensation
 
 
 
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Director, Procurement

Soft Inc.

Located in New York, NY ( Hybrid ) looking for a Junior IT Buyer for a long term contract assignment. Summary of Position:Executes sourcing strategies in line with overall business objectives and supports category management methodologies. Utilizes demand management to assess and prioritize internal customer requisitions, typically of a mid to high-level complexity, primarily leveraging RFP go-to- market strategies for an assigned portfolio of categories. Responsible for contract creation, administration, and supplier management through contract lifecycle. Works collaboratively with Project Managers, Legal, Cybersecurity, Risk Management and other functions as necessary to drive business value, cost savings, and efficiencies.Dimensions of Position: This position is responsible for the execution of sourcing requisitions as assigned by the Procurement Director and is expected to process multiple active requisitions simultaneously, anticipating varying degrees of complexity and value. In addition, the role continues to own related executed contracts through to closeout and/or renewal.Accountabilities: Sourcing: Reviews and processes requisitions of mid to high-level complexity, dollar amount, criticality and priority independently, using RFP or go-to-market strategies. Proactively seeks opportunities to consolidate business requirements to leverage spend and create opportunities to create value and cost savings. Utilizes demand management to control and track business unit requirements and internal purchasing operations and eliminate waste. Collaborates with Project Managers and internal stakeholders to validate Scope of Work content is appropriate and complete. Leads cross-functional meetings and collaboration activities across multiple stakeholders. Produces high quality award recommendations, summary documentation, or system reference information for each requisition, ensuring detailed spend information is available for future reference. Determines how each procurement can contribute to diversity goals.&#61550; Drafts and distributes RFP documentation in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. Prepares Board approval paperwork for requisitions that exceed defined dollar thresholds.&#61550; Drives the RFP process through to completion in a timely manner.&#61550; Initiates advertising for requisitions that exceed defined dollar thresholds as required and identifies potential suppliers.&#61550; Evaluates RFP responses, ensuring they are compliant with client policies, including pricing analysis. Manages award process, collaborating with Legal and our other business partners on contract execution.&#61550; Coordinates distribution and collection of required government forms to awarded supplier. Secures relevant market intelligence leveraging program analysts as required to gain further insight on market trends. Non-RFP procurements, which include formal and informal solicitations of varying complexity, which may include utilizing existing contracts within the client.Contract Management and Administration: Partners with stakeholders and legal teams to negotiate contracts in a timely manner, ensuring inclusion of appropriate commercial and operational terms Develops recommendations for award based upon agreed upon criteria. Manages the full contract life cycle, including execution, change management, issue resolution, renewal, and close out.&#61550; Monitors contracts on a routine and as-needed basis to confirm goods and services were delivered and priced as planned, ensures continued compliance to client standards, policies, and procedures. Identifies and resolves past-due POs, match exceptions, pricing and freight charge discrepancies. Performance Indicators: Meets savings and value creation targets. Meets diversity spend targets for assigned scope. Meets agreed stakeholder requirements. Achieves high percentage of events planned versus executed.A. CHALLENGES: Government regulations that impact timelines and extend delivery dates. Gaining consensus across multiple agencies and key stakeholders. Unforeseen urgent requisitions that trigger re-prioritization of work plans Incomplete visibility to historical spend and future demand.B. DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY: Decide buying channel for all procurement activities.&#61550; Must interpret legal statutes and apply that judgment to all procurements&#61550; Interpret all agency procurement guidelines to determine what procurement requires board approval.&#61550; Determines how guidelines and rules apply to different procurement activities.C. BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS THAT FACILITATE PROBLEM RESOLUTION:&#61550; Develops and manages key internal business relationships with key stakeholders and project managers. Collaborates with internal business partners in the Legal, DDCR, Inventory Management, Finance, and Accounts Payable departments to ensure client&rsquo;s procure to pay lifecycle is working efficiently. Manages supplier relationships, ensuring the client continues to be in a position to obtain optimum goods and services through the life of the contract or subsequent renewals. Leverages the Procurement Department&rsquo;s Operations and Support Team for category analysis research, report creation, and IT systems support. Keeps immediate supervisor informed and seeks advice and support as needed.CI. TYPE AND LENGTH OF EXPERIENCE: BA/BS in Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Contract Management, or related field or equivalent combination of experience and education. Preferred 3 years satisfactory full-time sourcing and contract management experience; Supply chain management, RFP market strategies, informal and formal solicitations, contract writing, negotiations, and contract administration Knowledge of procure-to-pay process and procurement-related policies, procedures, processes and risks, and ability to apply that understanding to daily work. Knowledge of ERP Purchasing applications and other procurement-related software. Good interpersonal and organization skills, strong attention to detail. Works in diverse, cross-functional teams with limited guidance.&#61550; Solicits differing opinions to ensure understanding of complex issues and acts in a manner that builds and maintains trust. Solid judgment with ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing circumstances. Works independently to meet deadlines.&#61550; Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software applicationsJob Type: ContractPay: $28.00 - $33.00 per hourExpected hours: 35 per weekWork Location: In person

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