procurement director

the LEGO Group

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Are you passionate about working in new frontiers and start scouting for new supply chain partners and developing strategic sourcing maps to support one of our fast-growing regions?
 
 
 
 Build a team for site procurement, expand the supply base, and establish a procurement system at LEGO Manufacturing Virginia (LVA) to support LEGO&rsquo;s global strategy.
 
 
 
 
 Core Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Establish the required organization and system to enable the buildup of procurement support capabilities for the needs and growth of LVA
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 Identify local sourcing opportunities and take steps to establish a new local supply base in the region
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 Develop and handle the procurement department including setting targets/critical metrics and supervising performance
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 Drive savings and revenue improvements in operation supplies
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 Lead strategic negotiation on long-term agreements with specific suppliers. Assemble and analyze data to resolve behavior patterns to find opportunities for productivity/cost improvement/savings
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 Responsible for compliance
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 Drive continuous improvement for procurement process
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 Environmental Policy and Health and Safety Policy is embedded and performed in daily work
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 Accomplish other tasks assigned by manager
 
 
 
 
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 Play your part in our team succeeding!
 
 
 
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 Located in Virginia, this role requires leadership to help facilitate the development of our new LEGO Manufacturing Virginia Factory. This will be a challenging assignment and potentially a once in a career opportunity.
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 The ideal candidate would have proven mastery in procurement, planning, shown leadership skills and experience of working across cultures and geographies. Ideally the individual would have a curiosity to grow themselves and their new Team.
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 This role provides a unique developmental opportunity for the candidate to help build a new organization as well as building a brand-new Factory.
 
 
 
 
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 Do you have what it takes?
 
 
 
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 Preferably Supply Chain/Procurement, Commercial or financial background
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 Proven experience in Procurement from similar roles at the same level and scope within manufacturing companies
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 High degree of integrity, transparency and critical thinking
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 Demonstrated leadership skills
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 Knowledgeable in policies, practices and industry trends, solid understanding of procurement/sourcing, business law, contracts, and contract negotiations principles
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 Good decision-making; uses analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment in making sound decisions
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 Aims to achieve /exceed goals; steadfastly pushes self and others for results
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 Ability to work in an organization undergoing a transformation journey
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 Good command of general software, Microsoft (word, excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.)
 
 
 
 
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 Relocation will be provided
 
 
 
 
 Travel Requirements
 
 
 
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 The position will require 40-60% travel within the states in the first two years. Some international travel will be required.
 
 
 
 
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 Compensation
 
 
 
 The salary for this position has a range of $153,020.00 - $229,530.00 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer.
 
 
 Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
 
 
 
 What&rsquo;s in it for you?
 
 
 
 Here are some of what to expect
 
 
 
 Family
 
 
 Care
 
 
 Leave &ndash;
 
 We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.
 
 
 
 Insurances &ndash;
 
 All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
 
 
 
 Wellbeing
 
 &ndash; We want you to be your best self, so you&rsquo;ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based
 
 
 
 Colleague
 
 
 Discount
 
 &ndash; We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.
 
 
 
 Bonus
 
 &ndash; We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme
 
 
 
 Your workplace &ndash;
 
 When you join the team you'll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.
 
 
 We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.
 
 
 The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status) to apply for roles in our team.
 
 
 We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds, the loved ones that make us who we are. Being part of the LEGO Group also means taking part in our annual Play Day, playing a part in building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to &ldquo;inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow.&rdquo;
 
 
 The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children&rsquo;s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.
 
 
 Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children&rsquo;s Rights.
 
 
 We conduct drug screening as a part of our drug free workplace policy and in support of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.
 
 
 Online Application Accessibility Statement; which is intended for people with disabilities - LEGO systems endeavors to make www.LEGO.com/jobs accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our web site or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the HR Service Desk at 1.860-763-7777, option #3. Please note, these communication channels should be used for those having difficulty accessing our on-line channels, not to inquire about job opportunities.
 
 
 Just imagine building your dream career.
 
 
 Then make it real.
 
 
 
 Join the LEGO&reg; team today.
 
</div>

Procurement Director

Jasara Program Management Company

<div>
 JASARA PMC is seeking a highly experienced Commercial, Cost &amp; Procurement Director to lead our commercial and procurement strategy across all projects. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for providing leadership and direction in commercial management, cost control, and procurement activities. Your expertise will ensure that projects are delivered within budget, on schedule, and with optimal resource utilization.
 
 
 You will collaborate with senior management and cross-functional teams to establish strategic goals, assess risks, and implement procurement best practices. Your focus will be on maximizing value, driving cost efficiencies, and fostering strong relationships with suppliers while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
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 Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Quantity Surveying, or a relevant field
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 15+ years of extensive experience in commercial management, cost control, and procurement in the construction or engineering sector
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 Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale, complex projects
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 Strong knowledge of contract management and procurement regulations
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 Exceptional leadership and team management abilities
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 Excellent analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills
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 Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels
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 Ability to develop and implement strategic plans to achieve organizational objectives
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 Proficiency in commercial management software and procurement tools
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</div>

Commercial, Cost & Procurement Director

JASARA PMC

JASARA PMC is seeking a highly experienced Commercial, Cost & Procurement Director to lead our commercial and procurement strategy across all projects. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for providing leadership and direction in commercial management, cost control, and procurement activities. Your expertise will ensure that projects are delivered within budget, on schedule, and with optimal resource utilization.
 You will collaborate with senior management and cross-functional teams to establish strategic goals, assess risks, and implement procurement best practices. Your focus will be on maximizing value, driving cost efficiencies, and fostering strong relationships with suppliers while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
 
Requirements: 
<ul>
<li>Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Quantity Surveying, or a relevant field.</li>
<li>15+ years of extensive experience in commercial management, cost control, and procurement in the construction or engineering sector.</li>
<li>Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale, complex projects.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of contract management and procurement regulations.</li>
<li>Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.</li>
<li>Excellent analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills.</li>
<li>Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.</li>
<li>Ability to develop and implement strategic plans to achieve organizational objectives.</li>
<li>Proficiency in commercial management software and procurement tools.</li>
</ul>

Qiddiya | القدية

<div>
 Qiddiya Investment Company is at the forefront of developing a dynamic and innovative residential sector in Saudi Arabia. We are searching for a strategic and results-driven Director - Procurement (Residential) to lead our procurement initiatives within the residential projects segment. In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing and acquiring materials and services critical for our residential developments while ensuring value, quality, and compliance with organizational objectives.
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
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 Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies tailored to the needs of residential projects
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 Ensure transparent, fair, and compliant procurement processes across the business unit
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 Oversee and manage the entire procurement cycle, from pre-qualification of suppliers to contract negotiation and management
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 Collaborate closely with project managers, architects, and engineering teams to align procurement activities with project requirements and timelines
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 Maintain and nurture relationships with key suppliers, ensuring high standards of service and product delivery
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 Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify trends, potential risks, and opportunities for cost savings
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 Ensure compliance with procurement policies, regulations and audit readiness while promoting ethical purchasing practices
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 Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team, fostering professionalism and continuous improvement
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 Drive Local Content (in accordance with PIF and LCGPA) and ESG initiatives through responsible sourcing practices
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 Provide regular updates and performance reports to senior management regarding procurement activities and project budgets
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred
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 At least 10-15 years of procurement experience within the residential construction or real estate sectors
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 Proven track record of managing complex procurement processes and supplier negotiations
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 Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire and guide a team
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 Excellent communication and relationship management skills to effectively engage with stakeholders
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 Deep understanding of market dynamics and procurement best practices
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 Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage data for decision-making
 
 
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 Familiarity with procurement software and contract management systems
 
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 
 Benefits
 
</div>

Procurement Director - Residential (DEL 101)

The Greater Change

<div>
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 A leading Construction &amp; Contracting Group in the UAE is seeking a highly experienced
 
 Head of Procurement
 
 to lead and manage the complete procurement function across multiple civil, infrastructure, and MEP projects. The ideal candidate will have deep industry knowledge, strong supplier networks, and proven expertise in strategic sourcing, cost optimization, contract negotiation, and end-to-end procurement lifecycle management within the construction sector.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 Procurement Leadership &amp; Strategy
 
 
 
 
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 Develop and implement the organization's procurement strategy aligned with project timelines, cost targets, and business objectives.
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 Lead the full procurement cycle for construction materials, equipment, subcontractors, and services.
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 Establish procurement policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with company standards and UAE regulations.
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 Provide strategic recommendations to senior management on sourcing, cost-saving opportunities, and supplier performance improvements.
 
 
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 Vendor &amp; Supplier Management
 
 
 
 
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 Build, manage, and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers, contractors, and service providers.
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 Evaluate vendor capabilities, conduct commercial and technical assessments, and maintain an approved vendor list.
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 Lead negotiations for major contracts to secure the best value, quality, and delivery terms for the company.
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 Monitor supplier performance, adherence to specifications, and compliance with contract terms.
 
 
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 Project Procurement &amp; Coordination
 
 
 
 
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 Coordinate closely with Project Managers, Engineering, Planning, and Finance teams to ensure timely availability of materials and services.
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 Oversee procurement for civil works, infrastructure, structural steel, concrete products, MEP materials, joinery, finishing items, and heavy equipment.
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 Ensure all procurement activities support project milestones and avoid delays or cost overruns.
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 Manage procurement schedules and material delivery tracking across multiple running projects.
 
 
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 Cost &amp; Risk Management
 
 
 
 
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 Lead cost benchmarking, price comparisons, and market analysis for construction materials.
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 Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks affecting project delivery or pricing volatility.
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 Implement cost-control strategies and value engineering initiatives to support business profitability.
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 Ensure strict budgetary control across all procurement functions.
 
 
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 Contracts &amp; Compliance
 
 
 
 
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 Manage tendering, bidding, RFP/RFQ processes, technical clarifications, and final award recommendations.
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 Work closely with legal team to draft, review, and finalize procurement contracts and service agreements.
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 Ensure compliance with company policies, HSE requirements, and UAE construction procurement laws.
 
 
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 Team Leadership
 
 
 
 
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 Lead and mentor a team of procurement officers, buyers, and coordinators.
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 Build a high-performing procurement department with strong process discipline and accountability.
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 Conduct training and continuous improvement initiatives within the department
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 
 Required Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain or related field.
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 Minimum 12-18 years of procurement experience in the UAE construction industry; at least 5 years in a senior managerial role.
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 Strong knowledge of civil construction materials, MEP items, infrastructure components, and subcontracting works.
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 Proven experience with large-scale projects such as buildings, villas, infrastructure, utilities, industrial or commercial developments.
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 Excellent negotiation, vendor management, and contract management skills.
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 Strong analytical, financial, and cost-control capabilities.
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 Solid understanding of ERP-based procurement workflows (SAP, Oracle, Odoo, etc.).
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 Strong communication and leadership abilities.
 
 
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 Key Competencies
 
 
 
 
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 Strategic sourcing &amp; cost optimization
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 Supplier negotiation &amp; relationship management
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 Contract drafting &amp; commercial risk awareness
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 Cross-functional project coordination
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 Decision-making &amp; leadership
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 Market intelligence &amp; price forecasting
 
 
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 Benefits
 
 
 
 
 
 Compensation &amp; Benefits
 
 
 
 
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 Monthly Salary: Up to AED 50,000 (based on experience and interview evaluation)
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 Benefits: As per UAE Labour Law, including:
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 Annual paid leave
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 End-of-service gratuity
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 Medical insurance
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 Air ticket allowance (as per company policy)
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 Standard working hours and public holidays
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 Additional performance-based incentives may be provided in alignment with company policy
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</div>

Procurement Director - Construction Industry

McCormick & Company

<div>You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments &ndash; and we&rsquo;re only getting started. At McCormick, we&rsquo;re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team. McCormick employees &ndash; all 14,000 of us across the world &ndash; are what makes this company a great place to work. 


We are looking to hire a Global Procurement Director - Supply Chain Operations to join the team based at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, Maryland. This role is hybrid eligible (50% onsite per month). The ideal candidate will be geographically based near the Hunt Valley, MD area (relocation supported). 

What We Bring To The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you&rsquo;d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:
<ul><li>Competitive compensation</li></ul>
<ul><li>Career growth opportunities</li></ul>
<ul><li>Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices</li></ul>
<ul><li>Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness</li></ul>
<ul><li>Tuition assistance</li></ul> 
POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Global Procurement Director - Supply Chain Operations is responsible, with the support of the Global Procurement Director - Indirect, to lead a global team of procurement professionals, accountable for spend categories of Logistics, Ocean Freight, Energy, and Facilities. This role will closely interact with supply chain leaders to design, implement and deliver world class sourcing strategies designed to maximize the $500m of addressable spend in this area. 

RESPONSIBILTIES:
<ul>
<li>Category Leadership
<ul><li>Own categories within scope of role, directly and indirectly</li>
<li>Ensure best-in-class procurement category strategies are developed and implemented</li>
<li>Build deep expertise of McCormick business needs, assuming true business partnering approach</li>
<li>Lead a team of recognized experts in external market for in scope categories</li>
</ul></li><li>Stakeholder Management
<ul><li>Navigate, develop, and embed relationships at multiple levels within Supply Chain</li>
<li>Seek to understand and recognize business needs and challenges, building these into strategic activity</li>
<li>Become the Go To contact for supply chain leadership for indirect procurement</li>
</ul></li><li>Procurement Evolution
<ul><li>Working with the Global Procurement Director (Indirect), Internal, and External Partners, plan &amp; execute next phase supply chain procurement
</li><li>Seek external benchmarks and best practices to inform evolution of indirect procurement for supply chain operations: Strategy, People &amp; Organization</li>
</ul></li><li>Team Leadership &amp; Management
<ul><li>Set clear goals for the team, lead &amp; manage towards outstanding performance</li>
<li>Develop team members to be recognized experts in their field and recognize business partners</li>
<li>Indirect leadership &amp; coaching of procurement/wider colleagues across the org to help develop capabilities that will transform the organization</li>
</ul></li><li>Member of Indirect Procurement Leadership Team, designing and implementing indirect strategy
</li><li>Associate member of the Regional Procurement Leadership Team
</li><li>Represent McCormick Procurement on external procurement councils to learn, incorporate, and share best-in-class procurement across industries</li> 
</ul>
<div></div><div>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</div> 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering, supply chain, procurement, business, finance, accounting, or other applicable field of study, OR over 10 years or relevant procurement experience at a senior leader level
</li><li>Extensive track record of continued growth and career progression within blue-chip multinational corporations, demonstrating capability in project management &amp; execution of large, cross-functional projects</li>
<li>Proven record of building High Performing Organizations and developing talent
</li><li>Deep understanding of Procurement Processes, Strategies &amp; Tools</li>
<li>Able to identify, understand &amp; evaluate multiple solutions for Procurement, and translate into compelling transformation programs (example &ndash; AI transformation, horizon scanning toolkit)</li>
<li>Experience establishing and implementing complex sourcing strategies with best-in-class Category Management techniques across multiple categories</li>
<li>Experience leading, managing or overseeing complex processes, cross-functional projects and initiatives</li>
<li>Able to work under tight deadlines with significant dollar impact</li>
<li>Wide understanding of business processes</li>
<li>Strong communication and ability to negotiate at high levels required to guide, influence and convince others, including senior leaders and functional colleagues</li>
<li>Ability to work and lead in a truly global corporate working environment</li></ul> 


Base Salary: $140,610-253,080

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick&rsquo;s Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan/ McCormick&rsquo;s Sales Incentive Bonus (SIB) Plan/ McCormick&rsquo;s Dividend Program. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:
<ul><li>Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
</li><li>Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
</li><li>Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans</li></ul> 
McCormick &amp; Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future. 
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Nearest Major Market: Baltimore</div>

Global Procurement Director - Supply Chain Operations

Unilever

<div>Join us as Associate Procurement Director, Collaborative Manufacturing, Wellbeing Collective
Location: Hoboken, NJ Preferred, Toronto, CAN Secondary Location
Terms &amp; Conditions: Full time, International assignment is not available for this role and relocation for local and international candidates is not provided
ABOUT UNILEVER
With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people &ndash; we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.
The current North America Home Care business comprises of three brands across three different entities: Seventh Generation, The Laundress in US and VIM brand in Canada managed by Unilever International.
The business has a net revenue of &euro;275m; however, given the extraordinarily large size of the market (+&euro;15 billion), there is massive opportunity for Unilever to grow in this market as shown in the business plan for 2030 in which the revenue is expected to double through strong innovation pipeline and core portfolio.
JOB PURPOSE:
This is a fantastic opportunity to join Unilever&rsquo;s highest growth Business Unit, and largest cell of Beauty and Wellbeing, the Wellbeing Collective. The Wellbeing Collective is the platform responsible for providing centralized services at scale, including Procurement, to the Wellbeing operating companies (OpCos), which include Liquid IV, Nutrafol, Olly, Smartypants, Onnit, Welly, and others.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
In this role you will lead strategic sourcing for Collaborative Manufacturing, including supplier strategy, relationships, compliance, innovation and cost savings initiatives for certain Operating Companies under the Wellbeing Collective, with a particular focus on the US Collaborative Manufacturing (CM) footprint.
Depending on your background and skills, there may be opportunities to support the indirect marketing procurement portfolios within this role, as well.
This job encompasses the following core responsibilities:<ul><li>
To lead strategic sourcing of CM services, through a structured, 7-step sourcing program (Collaborative Procurement Methodology- CPM).</li><li>
To develop and deliver cost savings programs and initiatives through a continuous improvement program delivered in collaboration with the OpCo&rsquo;s.</li><li>
To leverage Unilever&rsquo;s broader resources, including the Strategy &amp; Insights team, network of portfolio experts, benchmarking capabilities, and technology platforms, including AI, to drive value to the CM portfolio.</li><li>
To build and maintain strong working relationships with Business Partner Teams, including Supply Chain, R&amp;D, Regulatory, Marketing, and others as required to deliver the highest value results at scale</li><li>
To represent your strategy and sourcing programs before the Contract Board and other senior leadership, including the UPLT, OpCO LTs, and WBC LT, as required to drive alignment and awareness of sourcing programs and key transformational initiatives.</li><li>
To build and maintain relationships with key suppliers</li><li>
To build market expertise such that you can bring the best capabilities available in the market to bear for the benefit of the OpCos</li><li>
A high-energy, collaborative spirit and positive attitude to the WBC team and OpCos</li><li>
Understand regulatory and legal issues and secure engagement of the appropriate SMEs, at the right time</li><li>
Be an expert negotiator and thought leader in strategic sourcing</li><li>
Protect Unilever and the OpCos through deployment of Unilever Purchasing Agreements and Contracts</li><li>
Develop jointly agreed performance measurement framework with key suppliers including service level agreements and performance penalties. Motivate supply base with rewards/incentives.</li><li>
Engage with key functional business partners in enabling ongoing supplier relationship management, monitoring, review and continuous improvement.</li></ul>
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>
Outstanding communication skills: spoken, visual, and written.</li><li>
A minimum of a Bachelor Degree Supply Chain, Business, Engineering. MBA is a plus.</li><li>
Minimum 8 years general business experience in any Supply Chain function but preferably within Procurement (Packaging, Marketing and Business Services, Logistics, Contract Manufacturing)</li></ul>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
<ul><li>Be an exert at stakeholder management and engagement</li></ul><div><ul><li>
Be an influencer who gets things done with a high level of sustainability and effectiveness</li><li>
A very high level of business acumen who can interact with and &ldquo;speak the language&rdquo; of senior executives and general managers</li></ul>
Pay: The pay range for this position is $141,680 to $212,520. Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.</div><div>
Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.</div><div>
Long-Term Incentive (LTI): This position is LTI eligible.</div><div>
Benefits: Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.</div>
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At Unilever, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive/succeed. All applicants will receive fair and respectful consideration, and we actively support the growth and development of every employee. 
 
Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. 
 
For more information on your federal rights, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check.
If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at NA.Accommodations@unilever.com. Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses. The Protected Veterans or Individuals with Disabilities AAP narratives are available for inspection by any employee or applicant for employment Monday through Friday during normal business hours at establishment.</div>

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