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manager it procurement

Kraft Heinz

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</div><div><b>Job Functions:</b> IT</div>
<div><b>Date Published:</b> November 25, 2025</div>
<div><b>Ref#:</b> R-96669</div></ul><div></div><div><br>
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<div>Job Description</div>
<p>Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that great people make great companies. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits* and perks, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 7% 401(k) matching, Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees, an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus.</p>
<ul><li>Benefits begin immediately upon hire for salaried employees.</li></ul>
<p>Get a peek into life here at Kraft Heinz through our Instagram and TikTok channels!</p>
<div>Manager, It Procurement at a glance&hellip;</div>
<p>You will provide Subject matter expertise in PTP and Accounts Payable area. Ability to partner with the various Procure to Pay and Finance stakeholders within Kraft Heinz to build process and technology capabilities that support their growth and strategic agenda.
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<ul><li><p>Act as an SAP SME with accountability for the implementation of PTP capabilities in the Accounts Payable Management and related supporting functions.</p>
</li><li><p>Supports global PTP and Accounts Payable template and process standardization across the organization.</p>
</li><li><p>Responsible for supporting multiple global projects simultaneously.</p>
</li><li><p>Responsible for demand management, capital requests and budget management.</p>
</li><li><p>Responsible for Business Requirement gathering, functional specification development and test case management.</p>
</li><li><p>Responsible for managing E2E PTP applications and integration with SAP ECC or S/4 HANA.</p>
</li><li><p>Responsible for configuring the ECC, S/4 HANA and SBN based on the business requirements.</p>
</li><li><p>Responsible for good working relationships with various cross functional teams like GBS, Change Management team, IT Support team, Testing Team, Development team, security team and Basis team.</p>
</li><li><p>Responsible for managing active relationships with global business teams like Finance team, Procurement team, Tax team and any supporting teams.</p>
</li><li><p>Responsible for Vendor management and software license renewals.</p>
</li></ul><p><b>Recipe for Success:</b></p>
<ul><li><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree or equivalent</p>
</li><li><p>4+ years of experience in Information Systems and of SAP functional and configuration experience.</p>
</li><li><p>4+ years leading the deployment of Procure to Pay SAP ECC and/or S4HANA integrations with regional and global focus.</p>
</li><li><p>Experience with SAAS, PAAS solutions and On-Prem Solutions.</p>
</li><li><p>SAP Materials Management (MM): Direct and Indirect Procurement (Contracts, Purchase Requisitions/Orders, Goods Receipts, Invoice Receipts, Vendor Master, Source Lists, etc.). Stock Transport Orders and Intercompany Goods movement.</p>
</li><li><p>Deep understanding of Integration between SAP and Non-SAP applications (e.g., SAP ECC, S4HANA, SAP DRC, SAP Integration Suite, SAP MDG, ARIBA Suite, SAP Business Network, Saviynt, SNOWFLAKE, Tableau, etc)</p>
</li><li><p>Experience in OCR and Invoice Management solutions like OpenText, SAP VIM, Basware, Readsoft, Tungsten and Ariba Suite.</p>
</li><li><p>Good analytical and logical skills to analyze data and design/implement flexible business solutions by solving complex problems.</p>
</li><li><p>Good understanding of cross functional SAP ECC capabilities and supporting the procure to pay workstream, ARIBA Functionalities, Master Data Maintenance and Reporting capabilities.</p>
</li><li><p>Strong relationship management skills with both internal and external teams.</p>
</li><li><p>Knowledge of Procurement Processes and Accounts Payable Processes.</p>
</li></ul><p>Please note: This job posting is just a preview of the full scope of the position. A comprehensive job description will be shared.</p>
<div>We hope to find you a seat at our table</div>
<p></p><div>Location(s)</div>
<p>Chicago/Aon Center</p>
<p><b>Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer &ndash; Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes</b><b>.</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manager, IT - Procurement

United Airlines

<div>Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network.<br>
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Come join us to create what&rsquo;s next. Let&rsquo;s define tomorrow, together.<br>
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We believe that inclusion helps us thrive and grow at United across our collaborative Finance teams consisting of Financial Planning &amp; Analysis, Internal Audit, Treasury, Global Procurement, Controllership, Investor Relations and more. These teams provide the financial fuel that keeps our operation running from providing detailed analyses of financial planning, performance, and forecasts to managing our investments and financial strategies. Our Finance team plays an integral role in making our airline profitable and successful by meeting our financial goals.</p><p><b><br>
Job overview and responsibilities</b></p><p><br>
The Global Procurement organization at United Airlines is responsible for procuring goods and services and developing/managing relationships with third-party providers with the objective of reducing total cost and risk to the company while improving levels of quality, service, and technology.</p><p>
The Lead - Contract Management supports United&rsquo;s Global Procurement team by successfully partnering to execute the lifecycle of procurement contracts. This individual will play a key role in the negotiation of contracts and liaise with stakeholders to ensure timely and compliant execution. The Contract Manager will ensure contracts and documentation are organized and uploaded and may implement automation where needed.</p><br>
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Play a key role in reading and negotiating complex procurement contracts, including oversight of the drafting, review, and revision process across the enterprise, to meet company objectives and legal requirements</li><li>
Work with business teams to establish appropriate timelines</li><li>
Proactively communication to resolve procurement-related issues including delays, discrepancies, or contract concerns</li><li>
Play a key role in supplier risk management and monitor contract compliance across all contracts and actively manage procurement risk, including routine enhancements to agreements, communication of demand/volume changes, updating contracts and sharing end-user feedback. Ensure alignment, anticipate changes, and drive activities based on supply market changes and recommendations of task forces</li><li>
Manage business relationships with key internal stakeholders and external suppliers</li><li>
Develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders including Division Leads, Operational Field Team, Legal, IT Security, Tax and Risk Management</li><li>
Promotes co-operation and communication between internal stakeholders across participating entities</li><li>
Maintain accurate records of transactions, communication, and contract details in a shareable format</li><li>
Manage contract expirations and renewals, ensuring timely renewals or renegotiations</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
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What&rsquo;s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):</b></h3><br>
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Bachelor's degree</li><li>
Finance, Legal, Supply Chain, or another business-related field.</li><li>
4+ years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing, Supply Chain, Analytics, legal analysis, and/or Finance (or equivalent)</li><li>
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills</li><li>
Ability to partner</li><li>
Extensive planning and project management proficiency</li><li>
Deep contracts and category knowledge; solid understanding of supplier economics</li><li>
Strong internal and external negotiation and influencing skills; demonstrated ability to make tough decisions</li><li>
Ability to build strong and effective working relationships with internal business partners and suppliers</li><li>
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship</li><li>
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification</li><li>
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position</li></ul><p></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):</b></h3><br>
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Master's degree</li><li>
MBA / JD</li><li>
CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager)</li><li>
Successful, multi-year track record in Procurement</li><li>
Prior paralegal experience</li><li>
Knowledge of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) concepts and strategic procurement process</li><li>
Experience with Coupa or other Procurement/Spend Management platforms</li><li>
Ability to act as a change agent who seeks out and advocates for new and innovative solutions to meet business needs</li></ul></div><br>
The base pay range for this role is $99,750.00 to $129,924.00.<br>
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.<br>
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You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident &amp; disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.<br>
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United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.<br>
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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.</div>

Global Procurement - Senior Contract Manager (Hybrid)

Jobot

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Senior Manager Ingredient Procurement

Cushman & Wakefield

<div><p><b>Job Title</b></p>
Chief Procurement Officer<p></p><p><b>
Job Description Summary</b></p>
The CPO will lead a global procurement transformation with a strong emphasis on technology enablement, change management, and redefining how procurement supports the business. They will lead Americas and Corporate business planning around procurement savings and benefits, build out global capabilities, and oversee the identification and realization of cost reduction programs.<p><b>
Job Description</b></p><p>
The position will report to the Americas CFO/COO and will have four key areas of responsibility:</p><ul><li><b>
Global Transformation </b>&ndash; Drive and deliver a comprehensive global procurement transformation, including the implementation of a new global vendor management system, process modernization, and the development of a high-performing, adaptable team to achieve strategic objectives.</li><li><b>
Supplier Management &amp; Monetization </b>&ndash; Continue efforts to build a robust global supplier network. Optimize supplier management functions, and monetize third-party spend through effective negotiations and vendor price discount strategies to enhance EBITDA.</li><li><b>
Strategic Operating Model &amp; Category Management </b>&ndash; Design and implement scalable operating models and category management frameworks, ensuring governance, transparency, and dedicated ownership for key spend areas across the organization globally.</li><li><b>
KPIs including Financial and Operational Reporting </b>&ndash; Oversee the creation and tracking of project plans, key performance indicators, and financial and operational reports to monitor progress, enforce accountability, and provide clear status updates to executive leadership.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Outcomes (specific objective outcomes that this position should accomplish)</b></p><ul><li>
Transformation Outcomes:<ul><li>
Successfully lead and deliver a global procurement transformation program over two years, resulting in improved technology enablement, streamlined processes, and a redefined procurement function.</li><li>
Achieve full deployment and adoption of a new global procurement technology suite, with measurable increases in process efficiency, data transparency, and user engagement.</li><li>
Establish a globally aligned supplier management framework, reducing fragmentation in EMEA and APAC, closing category ownership gaps, enhancing local supplier network in the US and increasing supplier performance and client value delivery.</li><li>
Drive organization-wide change management initiatives, resulting in high stakeholder engagement, rapid adoption of new processes, and a culture of continuous improvement.</li></ul></li><li>
Strategic &amp; Financial Outcomes<ul><li>
Monetize $5B+ in third-party spend, capturing additional EBITDA through vendor price discounts (VPDs) and innovative procurement strategies.</li><li>
Develop an ongoing program to identify and realize new opportunities to reduce corporate spend</li><li>
Reduce time to generate business unit spend analytics and increase the granularity of spend data, enabling more informed decision-making and improved financial reporting.</li></ul></li><li>
Talent &amp; Organizational Outcomes<ul><li>
Assess and elevate procurement team capabilities, identifying top performers and strengthening overall bench strength through targeted coaching and development programs.</li></ul></li><li>
Stakeholder &amp; Client Outcomes<ul><li>
Build strong partnerships with service line leadership, balancing local/regional needs with global frameworks and delivering measurable improvements in stakeholder satisfaction.</li><li>
Enhance client value through improved procurement solutioning, pricing strategies, and risk management, resulting in increased account profitability and retention.</li></ul></li></ul><p></p><p>
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS</p><p></p><p>
Education:</p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree and at least 15 years of related professional work experience desired</li><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree preferred.</li></ul><p></p><p>
Skills/Previous Experience:</p><ul><li>
Proven executive experience in procurement or with a track record of leading large-scale transformation initiatives. Demonstrated ability to modernize functions through technology enablement, process redesign, and team development.</li><li>
Expertise in driving organizational change, fostering stakeholder engagement, and ensuring rapid adoption of new processes and systems across global teams.</li><li>
Strong ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including service line leadership, suppliers, and clients. Skilled at balancing local/regional needs with global frameworks to deliver measurable improvements in satisfaction and value.</li><li>
Executive Leadership &ndash; Ability to drive performance from direct team and overall corporation. Ability to instill confidence in mission with Corporate Partners, Suppliers and Employees.</li><li>
Strategic Planning &ndash; Experience in designing and implementing scalable operating models and category management frameworks, with a focus on governance, transparency, and ownership of key spend areas.</li><li>
Deep understanding of financial management within procurement, including spend analytics, reporting, and strategies to optimize EBITDA through vendor negotiations and cost reduction.</li><li>
Procurement Infrastructure and Data Governance &ndash; Experience and expertise in developing/designing and running all aspects of a Procurement Center of Excellence. Experience and expertise in developing a ground-up data warehouse/cube/lake approach to provide the required data to make critical financial decisions and report status to key stakeholders</li></ul><p></p><p>
Role Based Competencies</p><ul><li>
Strategic and Analytical skills: Demonstrates ability to quickly and proficiently understand and absorb new information and develop penetrating insights. Able to structure and process qualitative or quantitative data and draw insightful conclusions from it and ability to convert data into well thought out strategies.</li><li>
Ability to lead complex, enterprise-wide transformation initiatives, particularly within procurement. Proven success in driving technology adoption, process redesign, and cultural change.</li><li>
Results oriented and bias for action: Delivers tangible, measurable results rapidly by driving procurement transformation, optimizing spend, and ensuring accountability for strategic objectives.</li><li>
Communication: Communicates complex ideas clearly and persuasively to all audiences, ensuring alignment and understanding across the organization.</li></ul><br>
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Cushman &amp; Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.<br>
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The compensation for the position is: $ 255,000.00 - $300,000.00<p></p>
Cushman &amp; Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.<p></p><p>
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman &amp; Wakefield, please call the ADA line at <b>1-888-365-5406</b> or email <b>HRServices@cushwake.com</b>. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.</p><p></p>
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Chief Procurement Officer

Schindler Elevator Corporation (U.S.)

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 Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you&rsquo;ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don&rsquo;t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.
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Regional Sourcing & Procurement Specialist

James Hardie Building Products

<div><p>James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie&reg;, TimberTech&reg;, AZEK&reg; Exteriors, Versatex&reg;, fermacell&reg;, and StruXure&reg;.</p><p></p><p><br>
With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we&rsquo;re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All&trade; through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.</p><p></p><p><br>
For more information, visit www.jameshardie.com.</p><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Summary</b></h2></div><div><p>
As an intern at James Hardie, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in your chosen field, whether it be HR, Engineering, Finance, Marketing, IT, or another function. This is a 12-week paid internship program designed to provide you with valuable insights into the industry, enhance your skills, and prepare you for a successful career. You will work closely with experienced professionals, contributing to real projects that impact our business. Additionally, you will have access to exclusive mentoring opportunities to help guide your professional development.</p><p></p><p><br>
As an intern, you will be mentored through the end-to-end process of procurement category management, from exploration to implementation.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Do:</b></h2></div><div><p><b>
General Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Work with team members on diverse projects and tasks.</li><li>
Perform research and analysis to aid project objectives.</li><li>
Create reports, presentations, and necessary documentation.</li><li>
Engage in team meetings and share ideas.</li><li>
Learn and implement industry best practices and company standards.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Procurement Responsibilities:</b></p><br>
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Work cross functionally within the JHBP procurement team on a project that will lead to a comprehensive RFP on a major area of spend within James Hardie</li><li>
Provide opportunity analysis on an area of spending that will be used to properly assess the size of the prize before going to market for the RFP.</li><li>
Execute market discovery that will be used to understand the landscape of potential vendors within space as well as understand the overall market in today&rsquo;s environment</li><li>
Author and circulate an RFI to gather early market intelligence, which will guide project planning and the creation of a comprehensive RFP</li><li>
Author and circulate a RFP (Request for proposal) which will be used to gather initial proposals on the company book of business</li></ul></div></div><p></p><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What You&rsquo;ll Bring:</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Must be enrolled in a bachelor's program in a relevant discipline at an accredited university, with an anticipated graduation date between December 2026 and May 2028 (rising junior or rising senior).</li><li>
Demonstrated strong academic performance with a minimum GPA of 3.0.</li><li>
Must be available to work full-time for 12 weeks during the summer of 2026.</li><li>
Must have reliable transportation to and from the work location.</li><li>
Must be authorized to work in the US.</li></ul><p><b><br>
Preferred Skills:</b></p><ul><li>
Strong communication skills effective communication is crucial</li><li>
Proficient in sourcing, assessing, and systematically arranging data to ensure it can be easily reviewed and understood
</li><li>Confidently interact with others and have the ability cultivate positive relationships</li></ul></div></div><p></p><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What You&rsquo;ll Receive:</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $22 to $25. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and may change over time</li><li>
Full-time work experience</li><li>
Meaningful projects</li><li>
Mentorship and guidance</li><li>
Feedback and evaluation</li><li>
Company culture</li><li>
Networking opportunities and skill development</li></ul></div></div></div><p><i>
James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.</i></p><p><i><br>
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<i>James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.</i></p><p></p><p><i><br>
The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.</i></p></div>

Procurement Intern

BMO Financial Group

320 S Canal Street Chicago Illinois,60606
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<div><p>Works with stakeholders to develop and implement innovative sourcing and demand management strategies to achieve business and cost management objectives, minimize risk associated with BMO&rsquo;s supplier spend, and ensure robust supplier relationships. This includes directly negotiating with suppliers, providing effective challenge where appropriate to secure optimal outcomes, and overseeing contract management to ensure compliance and value delivery.</p><ul><li>
Acts as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group.</li><li>
Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives.</li><li>
Recommends and implements solutions based on analysis of issues and implications for the business.</li><li>
Assists in the development of strategic plans. Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.</li><li>
Manages and implements sourcing strategy projects throughout their lifecycle, leveraging appropriate systems and tools to ensure accurate and up to date reporting on project progress and issues. Includes competitive events and conducting supplier contract negotiations.</li><li>
Manages sourcing category/supply chain initiatives end-to-end.</li><li>
Develops Category Management Framework and Sourcing Strategy.</li><li>
Directs the development of sourcing strategies/ recommendations.</li><li>
Drives end to end execution of sourcing category initiatives.</li><li>
Helps determine business priorities and best sequence for execution of business/group strategy.</li><li>
Conducts analysis to inform strategic recommendations; develops business cases to assess opportunities.</li><li>
Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations.</li><li>
Leads change management programs of varying scope and type, including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives.</li><li>
Communicates with stakeholders to reach objectives in a timely manner.</li><li>
Leads the execution of the sourcing strategy including the development and management of the project throughout its lifecycle.</li><li>
Plans and conduct sourcing events (e.g. RFI, RFP, contract negotiation/renewal, etc.)</li><li>
Provides market assessment to identify preferred suppliers.</li><li>
Evaluates and selects Supplier.</li><li>
Performs Initial Supplier Risk Assessment</li><li>
Creates, modifies, renews, terminates contracts as required.</li><li>
Participates in the design, implementation and management of core business/group processes and process improvements.</li><li>
Gather industry knowledge and communicate market trends affecting the assigned spend categories pro-actively to internal stakeholder.</li><li>
Works with stakeholders to develop category and/or sub-category sourcing strategies/opportunities, supplier selection, due diligence and contract negotiations while achieving targeted savings and business objectives.</li><li>
Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders and ensures alignment between stakeholders. Includes developing an understanding of business partner needs and expectations.</li><li>
Provides advice and guidance to assigned business/group on implementation of solutions concerning category and supplier strategies, including the end-to-end risk management requirements associated with Outsourcing and Supplier Risk (OSR).</li><li>
Applies a disciplined methodology and procurement policies to the procurement of goods and services.</li><li>
Conducts analysis and develops insights and recommendations that are actionable in alignment with project/program goals.</li><li>
Develops solutions and makes recommendations based on an understanding of the business strategy and stakeholder needs.</li><li>
Collaborates in the management of sourcing category initiatives end-to-end. Identifies areas of opportunity through analyses of industries and supply markets, cost models for products and services, supplier category spend, and the performance of key suppliers in the market.</li><li>
Work with suppliers to create value/savings and mitigate risk.</li><li>
Incorporates market leading process and practices, to mitigate risk, to drive innovation and to maximize overall value for assigned sourcing categories and portfolios.</li><li>
Identifies, develops and implements demand management and cost reduction opportunities, optimizes sourcing strategies, identifies and mitigates supplier risk and negotiates effective controls all through the supplier engagement process.</li><li>
Prepares project plans and keep key stakeholders informed of the process and progress.</li><li>
Manage multiple programs/projects simultaneously and resolve conflicting priorities and objectives.</li><li>
Designs and produces regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards.</li><li>
Uses performance measures to monitor and track performance, and address any issues.</li><li>
Builds change management plans of varying scope and type; leads or participates in a variety of change management activities including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives.</li><li>
Maintains knowledge of leading procurement practices and promote adoption of procurement standards.</li><li>
Continuously upgrade knowledge on event and sourcing methodologies with a specific focus on strategic category development.</li><li>
Effectively communicate key messages/recommendations/results to all managerial levels.</li><li>
Provides input into the planning and implementation of operational programs.</li><li>
Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.</li><li>
Provides specialized consulting, analytical and technical support.</li><li>
Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.</li><li>
Works independently and regularly handles non-routine situations.</li><li>
Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.<p><b>
Qualifications:</b></p></li><li>
Typically between 5 - 7 years of relevant strategic sourcing, supply chain and/or procurement work experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</li><li>
Experience in most areas of sourcing.</li><li>
Knowledge of direct sourcing/procurement processes, procedures and controls - In-depth.</li><li>
Knowledge of relevant risk and regulatory requirements - In-depth.</li><li>
Knowledge of Sourcing in Financial Services or Technology industries - In-depth.</li><li>
Knowledge of business analysis, project delivery practices and standards across the project lifecycle - In-depth.</li><li>
Excel and spreadsheet analysis &ndash; In-depth.</li><li>
Negotiation knowledge, skill and ability &ndash; In-depth.</li><li>
Knowledge of sourcing and procurement systems and applications.</li><li>
Financial Services, Financial or Cost Management experience.</li><li>
Knowledge of the group/business environment and processes and procedures.</li><li>
Experience in compiling, synthesizing and drawing insights from a variety of research sources.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to assess risks including identifying, quantifying and prioritizing risks.</li><li>
Interpersonal and organizational skills - In-depth</li><li>
Verbal &amp; written communication skills - In-depth.</li><li>
Collaboration &amp; team skills - In-depth.</li><li>
Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth.</li><li>
Influence skills - In-depth.</li><li>
Data driven decision making - In-depth.</li></ul>
<p><b>Salary:</b></p><p>
$81,400.00 - $151,800.00</p><p><b>
Pay Type:</b></p><p>
Salaried</p><p>
The above represents BMO Financial Group&rsquo;s pay range and type.</p><p>
Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group&rsquo;s expected target for the first year in this position.</p><p>
BMO Financial Group&rsquo;s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards</p>
<p><b>About Us</b></p><p>
At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.</p><p>
As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one &ndash; for yourself and our customers. We&rsquo;ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we&rsquo;ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.</p><p>
To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/us/en
</p><p>BMO is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. We also consider applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.</p><p>
BMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to BMOCareers.Support@bmo.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.</p><p>
Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.</p></div>

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