procurement operations manager

AARP

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  Overview
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 AARP Foundation works for and with vulnerable people over 50 to end senior poverty and reduce financial hardship by building economic opportunity. As a charitable affiliate of AARP, we serve AARP members and nonmembers alike. Through vigorous legal advocacy and evidence-based solutions, and by strengthening supportive community connections, we foster resilience, advance equity and restore hope.
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 The Procurement Operations Manager serves as the main liaison within Procurement Management, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Office of General Counsel and Financial Systems teams, ensuring consistent collaboration and clear communication. They are responsible for coordinating activities and planning related to the Procurement for the Foundation including supporting operational compliance, managing the process of collecting and analyzing procurement data, and the Request for Proposal (RFP) process. Tactically, this also includes executing on key procurement responsibilities including reviewing requisitions and SOW content, entering data into procurement systems, processing POs and promptly addressing escalations. They also serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Third-Party Security Program and the Independent Contractor program. The Procurement Operations Manager is also responsible for making improvements to existing procurement processes and developing solutions that lead to measurable improvements for stakeholders and the overall Foundation.
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   Contributes to the development of long-term goals to ensure continued successful growth and profitability. Studies, analyzes, and monitors the organization&rsquo;s activities internally and externally. Coordinates and integrates division plans with the organization&rsquo;s business goals and objectives. Reviews and reports on achievement of performance versus strategic plans. Advises and recommends strategies based on reviews.
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   Plans, organizes, and implements assigned projects. Determines and monitors resources needed, determines scope and execution, tracks progress towards milestones, establishes timelines, and evaluates progress. Ensures adherence to internal and external quality standards. Organizes project teams and leads internal and external team members and stakeholders to deliver on project goals. Establishes project communication plans and ensures internal/external stakeholders are informed regarding project processes and impact.
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   Evaluates existing programs to identify improvements and to measure outcomes. Analyzes and tests current processes and systems to determine effectiveness and efficiency. Collects data, performs root cause analysis of issues or problems, and proposes solutions according to the current and future needs of the business. Assists in the development and delivering of training programs or presentations and recommends program revisions.
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   Monitors and maintains compliance with organization policy.
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   Works collaboratively with cross-functional internal and external teams, customers, vendors, and others to resolve issues and meet project goals. Exhibits a high level of customer service for internal and/or external clients.
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   BS degree
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   3+ years of experience with procurement operations
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   Ability to forecast risks and proactively develop solutions against them
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   Aptitude to think strategically with a bias for action, disciplined execution, and results orientation
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   Exhibits a high level of customer service for internal and/or external clients
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   5+ years of experience with procurement operations
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   Non-profit experience
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   Master&rsquo;s in finance/MBA
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   Knowledge and experience with federal procurement requirements
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 AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.
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   Regular and reliable job attendance
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   Effective verbal and written communication skills
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   Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
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   Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions
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   In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise
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  Hybrid Work Environment
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 AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories.
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 AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company-funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance-based and peer-based recognition and tuition reimbursement.
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 AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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Procurement Operations Manager

Copper + Cloves

<p>We are looking for someone who can effectively co-ordinate between kitchen operations, finance and external vendors. This role is responsible for ensuring that all ingredients, equipment, and utensils procured for our kitchens, consistently meet the company&rsquo;s standards for quality, cost efficiency and ethical sourcing.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><p>● Manage all vendor sourcing, negotiations and relationships for ingredients, packaging and kitchen materials.</p><p>● Oversee daily and weekly ordering across cloud kitchen, cafe and studio.</p><p>● Ensure timely delivery, accurate stock levels and zero service disruption.</p><p>● Track food costs, vendor payments and price fluctuations.</p><p>● Conduct regular stock audits and inventory reconciliation with the Head Chef.</p><p>● Implement and monitor SOPs for procurement, hygiene and documentation.</p><p>● Maintain transparency in purchase approvals, bills and records.</p><p>● Work with Finance to manage POs, GRNs and payment schedules.</p><p>● Support menu costing and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.</p><p>● Develop sustainable and ethical vendor networks aligned with Copper + Cloves&rsquo; values.</p><p><b>Non - Negotiables</b></p><p>● Clear communication and professional integrity</p><p>● Vendor documentation must always be complete and current (GST, FSSAI, PAN).</p><p>● All invoices to be submitted within 48 hours of delivery.</p><p>● Weekly stock audit and variance report submission.</p><p>● Collaborative, solution-oriented approach. No blame culture.</p><p>● Monthly cost savings or process-improvement initiatives</p><p><b>Who we&rsquo;re looking for</b></p><p>● Someone who has 2-3 years of experience, being hands-on and execution-focused.</p><p>● Someone who is strong with negotiations and vendor management skills.</p><p>● Someone who is familiar with inventory systems and basic finance co-ordination.</p><p>● Language - Someone who is fluent in English, Kannada (preferably), or Hindi.</p><p><b>How to Apply</b></p><p>Interested candidates may send their <b>CV</b> along with a <b>Brief Cover Letter </b>to <b>people@copperandcloves.com</b></p><p>Subject Line - Application for Procurement &amp; Operations Manager</p><p>Every application will be replied to, regardless of the outcome. We understand &amp; appreciate the effort you have taken to apply for this role.</p><p>Job Types: Full-time, Permanent</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Procurement & Operations Manager

Office of the Attorney General

<div><div><b>OAG - Procurement &amp; Contract Operations | Manager V | 26-0202</b> <b>(</b><b>00055073</b><b>)</b><div>
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Organization</b><b>:</b> OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL<div>
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Primary Location</b><b>:</b> Texas-Austin<div>
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Work Locations</b><b>:</b> Procurement and Contract Ops 300 W. 15th St Austin 78701<div></div><div><br>
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Job</b><b>:</b> Management<div>
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Employee Status</b><b>:</b> Regular<div>
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Schedule</b><b>:</b> Full-time<div>
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Standard Hours Per Week</b><b>:</b> 40.00<div>
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State Job Code</b><b>:</b> 1604<div>
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Salary Admin Plan</b><b>:</b> B<div>
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Grade</b><b>:</b> 26<div>
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Salary (Pay Basis)</b><b>:</b> 7,916.67 - 7,916.67 (Monthly)<div>
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Number of Openings</b><b>:</b> 1<div>
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Overtime Status</b><b>:</b> Exempt<div>
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Job Posting</b><b>:</b> Dec 29, 2025, 3:27:58 PM<div>
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Closing Date</b>: Ongoing<div>
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Description</b><div></div><p><b><br>
GENERAL DESCRIPTION</b></p><p>
The Procurement and Contract Operations Division of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a Manager whose position will involve administering the daily operations of procurement related activities. Work involves overseeing and/or establishing program goals and objectives; planning, coordinating, and/or overseeing the purchase of commodities and services; preparing, reviewing and approving procurement documents; and monitoring the maintenance of detailed records of items purchased, received, prepared, and issued. Will supervise the work of others.</p><p>
The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State&rsquo;s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans</p><p><b><br>
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS</b></p><ul><li>
Oversees and/or coordinates purchasing goals and objectives.</li><li>
Oversees and/or coordinates the preparation, review, tracking, and processing of purchase orders.</li><li>
Provides input and/or coordinates the development of purchasing program guidelines, procedures, policies, rules, or regulations, and monitors staff compliance with policies and procedures.</li><li>
Coordinates and/or develops and provides training to staff regarding purchasing and procurement practices and policies.</li><li>
Reviews the preparation and distribution of bid invitations to vendors.</li><li>
Reviews and/or prepares bid specifications.</li><li>
Monitors legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to purchasing and procurement.</li><li>
Utilize the CAPPS purchasing module and be able to troubleshoot to assist staff</li><li>
Identifies areas of needed change and makes recommendations to improve operations.</li><li>
Provides technical expertise and guidance regarding questions related to the business function, division, or department.</li><li>
Performs related work as assigned</li><li>
Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions</li><li>
Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule</li><li>
Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information</li><li>
Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity</li></ul><div>
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Qualifications</b><div></div><p><b><br>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><ul><li>
Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent</li><li>
Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, or a related field is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.</li><li>
Experience: Eight (8) years of full-time experience in procurement and contracting.</li><li>
Experience and knowledge in CAPPS Financial module</li><li>
Knowledge of Contract initiation process and procurement methods and procedures, Knowledge of Contract management principles, dispute resolution, monitoring, and budget. A thorough understanding of the contract management lifecycle is also required.</li><li>
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to a business function, division, or department; and the principles and practices of public administration and management.</li><li>
Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines</li><li>
Skill in effective oral and written communication</li><li>
Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision-making</li><li>
Ability to manage business function, division, or department activities; to establish goals and objectives; to devise solutions to administrative problems; to develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures; to prepare reports; to communicate effectively; and to supervise the work of others.</li><li>
Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback</li><li>
Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment</li><li>
Ability to provide excellent customer service</li><li>
Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG workspace within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)</li><li>
Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel</li><li>
Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA</li><li>
Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.</li><li>
Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 5%</li></ul><p><b><br>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><ul><li>
Experience: Ten (10) years of full-time experience in procurement and contracting.</li><li>
Experience: 5-7 years of experience in the purchasing and procurement of goods and services for public entities. Preference given to candidates with TX CAPPS purchasing system experience.</li><li>
Knowledge: Proficient in the full procurement lifecycle&mdash;from planning and solicitation development to vendor selection, contract negotiation, and contract administration. Additionally, understanding purchasing thresholds, competitive bidding processes, and how to leverage cooperative or approved contracts is important for efficient and transparent operations, and of the principles of business administration and accounting</li><li>
Skills: Critical thinking, logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Strategic thinking and analytical, Negotiation and Vendor Management, Financial Acumen, Leadership and Team Management, Communication and interpersonal skills, Attention to Detail, and in the use of a computer and applicable software</li><li>
Abilities: Must possess a balanced blend of strategic, analytical, and leadership abilities to successfully manage the full procurement lifecycle. This role requires strong knowledge of procurement laws, contracts, and compliance requirements; advanced negotiation and vendor management skills; and the ability to analyze market trends, pricing, and risk to make sound purchasing decisions. Equally important are leadership and communication abilities to guide teams, collaborate across departments, resolve conflicts, and clearly convey expectations. A successful manager must demonstrate sound judgment, ethical decision-making, adaptability in a fast-paced environment, and a continuous improvement mindset focused on efficiency, cost savings, and value for the OAG.</li><li>
Required Certifications: Must possess or obtain the following certifications within 6 months of hiring. Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) and Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM)</li><li>
Other Language: Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak English</li></ul><p><b>
TO APPLY</b></p><p>
To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf</p><p><b>
THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</b></p></div></div>

OAG - Procurement & Contract Operations | Manager V | 26-0202

Intuit

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 Intuit Global Sourcing &amp; Procurement (GSP) is transforming Source-to-Report processes and technology to create a seamless digital procurement experience for employees, enhance performance in our strategic partners, and amplify value delivered for One Intuit. As we adapt to the changing demands of our procurement landscape with controls, compliance and talent considerations, and as we position our reimagined procurement organization to enable both Intuit&rsquo;s evolution as an AI-driven expert platform and Finance&rsquo;s transformation to accelerate sustainable value, the Shared Services Group Manager will play a pivotal role leading the overall strategy and operating rhythm of our move to a dedicated capability center focused on the effectiveness, efficiency and experience utilizing both in-house and third party talent to execute business processes across procurement.
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 The Shared Services Group Manager will serve as a strategic leader and steward, requiring strong business acumen and knowledge of the procurement function and its supporting business processes, with experience operationalizing shared services to effectively consolidate, optimize, standardize and transform our processes, while bringing continuous improvements and best practices to bear based on internal/external insights and performance management of talent. Key responsibilities include developing and operationalizing the target state operating model taking full advantage of third party staff augmentation while evaluating optimization opportunities leveraging in-house employees, partnering with procurement process owners and subject matter experts to standardize and achieve maximum effectiveness and efficiency with current state outsourced service provider talent, while shaping the future state automation roadmap drawing on synergies across the Intuit ecosystem with AI-assisted experiences. Operational leadership of Intuit&rsquo;s procurement function demands a proactive self-starter capable of driving change. The outcomes significantly impact crucial corporate-level objectives, influencing various business units and functional groups within Intuit.
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   Cultivates and coordinates relationships with Sourcing, Procurement, Data &amp; Automation, Controls &amp; Compliance, and Finance stakeholders, with ability to interact with senior leaders to provide strategic guidance or support decision-making.
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   Adept at assessing current state staffing composition, exploring various degrees of captive center vs. OSP strategy, and making recommendations based on a transformational vision.
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   Develops and executes the vision for a best in class shared services procurement program, keeping the customer experience at the forefront while seeking automation and AI-assisted solutions as velocity drivers for GSP. Develops the plan, operational roadmap, and goals in service to that vision.
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   Creates buoyancy for Sourcing, Procurement and Travel &amp; Expense business process owners, acting as the local oversight for OSPs/employees while enabling process owners to maintain governance of the process.
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   Collaborates across Intuit to leverage resources and knowledge to solve problems and achieve results.
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   Role-models execution with velocity, agility, and excellence.
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   Partners with international teams to ensure globally compliant and locally relevant policies and procedures.
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   Makes pivotal decisions that necessitate collaboration, engagement, and accountability with business and technical leaders, as well as executives across the organization.
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   Partners with GSP Leaders, process owners, and OSPs to determine maturity of procurement people, processes and controls against target maturity required to deliver GSP&rsquo;s benefits and goals
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   Designs, builds and implements the operating model necessary to realize GSP&rsquo;s target state, including optimizing the current state to free-up high value resources, developing the strategy to reduce OSP footprint, evolving the shared services center to a follow the sun model, and driving transactional work to AI/automation.
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   Responsible for the development, management, optimization and scaling of partner performance management of our OSPs, including budget/forecast management and staffing plans.
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   Ensures quality, velocity and compliance of procurement standard operating procedures including purchase order and invoice processing, expense auditing, and help desk operations, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation within the organization.
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   Provides direct management and oversight of the procurement help desk including the development and optimization of our knowledge base that enables both AI-assisted chat and our ability to get end users in the hands of human experts when they need it.
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   Identifies potential risks, ensuring compliance with company policies, and preventing unauthorized expenditures.
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   Collaborates with GSP International Procurement, Controls &amp; Compliance, International Accounting and Compliance and other business partners to support regulatory compliance reporting and audits as required.
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   Provides oversight and local management of ~6 teams comprised of 50+ contingent workers supporting critical business operations
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   Excellent interpersonal skills; can effectively interface and collaborate with employees at all levels
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   Adept and resilient within a high-change environment focused on long term opportunities
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   Solution-oriented with a data-led and data-driven approach
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   Proactive, action-oriented self-starter
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   Exhibits high levels of judgment, innovation and creativity; is a critical thinker
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   Effective use of inquiry and advocacy to work through barriers
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   Coupa, Concur, Amazon Business and other P2P systems experience
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   Strong analytical, written and communication skills
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   Excellent documentation and requirements analysis with experience developing and/or presenting business cases
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   Ability to work independently as well as lead and collaborate in cross-functional team environments
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   Proficient in collaboration and productivity systems such as Microsoft Applications, Google Drive, Salesforce, Smartsheet and Slack
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   10-15 years industry expertise with excellent operations and program management skills, including relevant experience leading a global shared services procurement program and managing OSPs
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   Strong knowledge of the procurement industry, supplier operations and source selections
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   Customer-focused with strong communication, coordination, and planning skills
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   Excellent analytical skills and ability to make recommendations to senior leadership based on data
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   Ability to apply judgment to balance policy with achievement of business objectives and user experience
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   Ability to influence and gain alignment with others to change the thinking
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   Experience with procurement technology and tools including e-procurement platforms
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   Availability to directly support and interact with multiple international business units
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   Culturally aware; experience communicating with a global audience
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Finance, Marketing or other quantitative discipline
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   Ability to travel up to 30% of the time
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   Experience working in the High-Tech or Financial Services sector preferred
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 Intuit provides a competitive compensation package with a strong pay for performance rewards approach. This position will be eligible for a cash bonus, equity rewards and benefits, in accordance with our applicable plans and programs (see more about our compensation and benefits at Intuit&reg;: Careers | Benefits). Pay offered is based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and work location. To drive ongoing fair pay for employees, Intuit conducts regular comparisons across categories of ethnicity and gender. The expected base pay range for this position is:
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Manager 3, Procurement

Accenture

<p><b>Skill required:</b> Procurement Operations - Procurement Support<br>
<b>Designation:</b> Delivery Operations Associate Manager<br>
<b>Qualifications:</b>Any Graduation
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<b>Years of Experience:</b>10 to 14 years
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<b>About Accenture</b><br>
Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security.Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Technology and Operations services, and Accenture Song&mdash; all powered by the world&rsquo;s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Our 699,000 people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities.Visit us at www.accenture.com
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<b>What would you do?</b> Go beyond processing purchase orders at lower costs to help clients reap savings and value from the billions they spend on the goods and services that run their day-to-day business operations. Procurement Operations involve the process of acquiring goods and services that a business needs to operate. This includes identifying needs, selecting suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing purchase orders. The goal is to obtain quality products at the best possible prices while ensuring timely delivery. Effective procurement operations help control costs, maintain supply chain efficiency, and support overall business objectives. They are essential for the smooth functioning of any organization. Analyze and design the best practices for tactical and transactional procurement processes. Plan implementation based on detailed understanding of technologies involved and best practice process output measures. Provide the setup and ongoing maintenance of suppliers, catalog content, user authorization data and procurement applications to provide efficient and effective transactions, and to help maximize compliance.<br>
<b>What are we looking for?</b> &bull; Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Supply Chain or related discipline &bull; Masters Business Administration &bull; Formal training and/or experience in strategic sourcing &bull; Knowledge of procurement operations &bull; Proficiency in spreadsheet software (e.g. Microsoft Excel) and presentation software (i.e. Microsoft PowerPoint) &bull; Proven ability to build, manage and foster a team-oriented environment &bull; Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment &bull; Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a wide range of suppliers &bull; Ability to drive transformational change &bull; Solid multi-phase project management skills &bull; Strong ability to effectively manage in a matrix organizational structure working with multiple internal clients &bull; Ability to adapt to the varied corporate cultures and organizational structures of our customers &bull; Exceptional track record of building relationships with stakeholders or customers that have resulted in high customer satisfaction
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<b>Roles and Responsibilities:</b> &bull;In this role you are required to do analysis and solving of moderately complex problems &bull; Typically creates new solutions, leveraging and, where needed, adapting existing methods and procedures &bull; The person requires understanding of the strategic direction set by senior management as it relates to team goals &bull; Primary upward interaction is with direct supervisor or team leads &bull; Generally interacts with peers and/or management levels at a client and/or within Accenture &bull; The person should require minimal guidance when determining methods and procedures on new assignments &bull; Decisions often impact the team in which they reside and occasionally impact other teams &bull; Individual would manage medium-small sized teams and/or work efforts (if in an individual contributor role) at a client or within Accenture &bull; Please note that this role may require you to work in rotational shifts</p>
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Any Graduation

Delivery Operations Associate Manager

MAYORS OFFICE OF CONTRACT SVCS

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Senior Associate Director, Procurement Reform
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</div><div>Procurement Operations</div>
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<div>$140,000.00 &ndash; $147,877.00</div>
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<div><div><p>The Mayor&rsquo;s Office of Contract Services (MOCS) is New York City&rsquo;s central oversight and service agency for procurement. MOCS manages the full procurement lifecycle citywide from planning and solicitation through contracting and vendor payment. Each year, City agencies procure billions of dollars in goods and services from a diverse vendor community representing a wide range of industries.<br>
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MOCS is committed to ensuring that the City&rsquo;s procurement process is fair, transparent, efficient, and cost-effective. The agency advances this mission through the use of end-to-end technology solutions, expanded public access to procurement data, and direct engagement with agencies, vendors, and other stakeholders. MOCS also partners closely with City agencies to identify opportunities for policy and process reform, reducing administrative burden while increasing the positive impact of City services on communities. The MOCS Director serves as the City Chief Procurement Officer.<br>
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Organizational Culture and Leadership Expectations<br>
MOCS operates in a collaborative, service-oriented environment that values flexibility, accountability, and results. Managers are expected to lead teams and/or core service areas, assuming increasing levels of responsibility for advancing the agency&rsquo;s strategic priorities.<br>
All managers align daily operations with agency goals, engage stakeholders in planning and execution, and drive performance using clear success metrics and sound people and project management practices. MOCS maintains a lean staffing model, and managers are expected to both supervise staff and actively contribute to programmatic work. Managers serve as ambassadors for the organization and are entrusted with handling confidential matters, promoting agency priorities, de-escalating conflict, and proactively escalating risks and opportunities with recommended solutions. Senior Associate Directors oversee significant areas of service, may supervise other Associate Directors, and may serve as Deputy Division Heads.<br>
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Division Overview<br>
The Procurement Operations Division is composed of task forces that support mayoral agencies across all industry categories. These teams work to optimize procurement processes by:<br>
Supporting agency and vendor onboarding, including nonprofits and Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs), to the Procurement and Sourcing Solutions Portal (PASSPort)<br>
Advancing policy initiatives that promote fair, responsible, and timely procurement<br>
Facilitating sourcing, contracting, and financial transactions<br>
Providing responsive customer support to agencies and vendors<br>
In addition, MOCS conducts reviews of construction contracts to ensure compliance with applicable City, State, and Federal procurement rules, statutes, and Comptroller Directives.<br>
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The Senior Associate Director, Procurement Reform plays a key leadership role in advancing citywide procurement reform initiatives. This position leads teams, advises agencies on procurement strategy, evaluates complex procurements, and supports policy and operational improvements that enhance transparency, accountability, and performance across the City&rsquo;s contracting ecosystem.<br>
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Key Responsibilities<br>
Procurement Reform and Strategic Leadership<br>
Lead and manage an internal team supporting citywide efforts to design and implement challenge-based procurements, from defining challenge scopes to assisting agencies in developing methods to assess feasibility under the Demonstration Project procurement framework.<br>
Review procurement business workflows across mayoral agencies and recommend revisions or reforms that enhance transparency, accountability, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.<br>
Support the development and execution of MOCS-led procurements, providing strategic, operational, and policy guidance.<br>
Analysis, Oversight, and Risk Mitigation<br>
Investigate and analyze complex procurements and contracts, collaborating with internal MOCS teams to ensure compliance, alignment, and effective outcomes.<br>
Develop research plans and recommend strategies to identify, prevent, and address fraud or mismanagement within the City&rsquo;s procurement and contracting processes; implement approved strategies as appropriate.<br>
Advisory and Stakeholder Engagement<br>
Serve as a PASSPort and procurement subject matter expert and trusted policy advisor to City agencies.<br>
Assist agencies with procurement planning, strategic sourcing, and financial transaction management.<br>
Represent MOCS at conferences, webinars, and professional forums related to procurement, contracting, and supply chain best practices.<br>
Enhance the impact of agency-wide initiatives through collaboration and knowledge sharing.<br>
Professional Development and Special Projects<br>
Engage in ongoing professional development to strengthen expertise in procurement, technology, government operations, public policy, and people and change management.<br>
Lead or contribute to special projects as assigned in support of agency priorities.<br>
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Preferred Skills<br>
Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college; and (6) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in contracting or procurement, at least two (2) years of which must have been in an executive, managerial, or administrative capacity.<br>
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Core Competencies and Skills<br>
The successful candidate will demonstrate consistent, high-quality performance and proficiency in the following areas:<br>
Managing multiple priorities, meeting deadlines, and working independently with strong attention to detail<br>
Communicating clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing<br>
Analyzing data, synthesizing complex information, and developing actionable recommendations<br>
Building relationships quickly and fostering positive, collaborative team dynamics<br>
Leading and managing staff, including defining roles, recruiting, training, coaching, and supporting professional development<br>
Facilitating cross-functional collaboration, knowledge sharing, and team building<br>
Serving as a project manager for complex initiatives, adjusting scope and timelines as needed<br>
Maintaining accurate records, protocols, and knowledge bases<br>
Representing MOCS in executive and interagency forums, conveying priorities and incorporating stakeholder feedback<br>
Coordinating with administrative partners on human resources and operational matters<br>
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TO APPLY<br>
External applicants, please go to www.nyc.gov/careers/search and search for Job ID #763053<br>
Current City Employees may apply via Employee Self Service (ESS) http://cityshare.nycnet/ess Click on Recruiting Activities/Careers and Search for Job ID #763053<br>
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION<br>
To best serve the City we represent, Mayor&rsquo;s Office of Contract Services (MOCS) seeks individuals from a variety of backgrounds who can bring different perspectives to contribute to the work of the office. MOCS also seeks candidates who want to contribute to a work environment that values teamwork, inclusion and respect.<br>
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MOCS recognizes the unique skills and strengths gained through military service. Veterans and service members of the U.S. Armed Forces are strongly encouraged to apply. Special accommodations provided to applicants with disabilities. Please contact MOCS Disability Service Facilitator at disabilityaffairs@mocs.nyc.gov or 212-298-0800 to request an accommodation.<br>
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Minimum Qualifications</b></p><p><br>
1. Do you have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university?<br>
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2. Do you have an associate degree from an accredited college or university along with two (2) years of experience with administrative, analytic, coordinative, supervisory or liaison responsibilities?<br>
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3. Do you have a four-year high school diploma, or its educational equivalent approved by a state's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization along with four (4) years of experience as described in question &quot;2&quot; above?<br>
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4. Do you have a satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to that described in questions &quot;1,&quot; &quot;2,&quot; and/or &quot;3&quot; above?</p><p><b><br>
Public Service Loan Forgiveness</b></p><br>
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education&rsquo;s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.<br>
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Residency Requirement</b></p><br>
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.<br>
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Additional Information</b></p><div></div><p><br>
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.</p></div>
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</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Job ID
</div><div>763053</div>
</div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div>Title code
</div><div>0527A</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Civil service title
</div><div>RESEARCH PROJECTS COOR(MA)-MGR</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Title classification
</div><div>Pending Classification-2</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Business title
</div><div>Senior Associate Director, Procurement Reform</div>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><ul><li><div>Experience Level: </div>Manager
</li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><div>Job level
</div><div>M4</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Number of positions
</div><div>1</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Work location
</div><div>255 Greenwich Street</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><ul><li><div>Category: </div>Finance, Accounting, &amp; Procurement
</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div>Senior Associate Director, Procurement Reform</div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Senior Associate Director, Procurement Reform

Chemours

<p></p><div><p>As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.
</p><p></p><p><b>CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS
</b></p><p></p><p>At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive. That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry.
</p><p></p><p>Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible. In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure-sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry.
</p><p></p><p>Chemours is seeking a <b>Senior Procurement Specialist </b>to join our growing Procurement Center of Excellence (COE) team. This position will be available at the <b>AP-IN-Mumbai-Andheri, Gala Impecca </b>, 1st Floor, Opposite Sangam Big Cinema, Andheri Kurla Road, Chakala, Andheri East, Mumbai - 400060 and report directly to the <b>Procurement Manager I </b>.
</p><p></p><p><b>The primary responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
</b></p><ul><li><p><b>Service &amp; Supplier Leadership </b>, Process Management and Execution
</p></li><li><p><b>Buyer Support &amp; Contract management
</b></p><ul><li><p>Creation / management of vendor contracts, Governance of teams involved in supporting buyers in procurement back-end operations.
</p></li><li><p>Process design, Compliance, Governance of Outsourcing partner and collaboration with stakeholders
</p></li></ul></li><li><p><b>Recovery and Supplier finance </b>- Design, own and define roadmap in line with Organizational strategy
</p><ul><li><p>Governance of 3rd party auditors providing audit services for Chemours (Revenew, GPA)
</p></li><li><p>Collaboration with internal stakeholders like Finance, Treasury, Procurement to define an annual roadmap for recovery reviews and vendors to be moved into supplier finance program.
</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with buyers and Amex/ Citi and Treasury to onboard vendor into supplier finance program
</p></li><li><p>Track savings in appropriate tool
</p></li></ul></li><li><p><b>Relationship Management
</b></p><ul><li><p>Developing strong relationships with Chemours leaders, Suppliers, process owners (e.g., Procurement, T&amp;E, Invoice, Payment, Accounting, Freight) and the BPO Supplier&rsquo;s key personnel
</p></li></ul></li><li><p><b>Planning and Project Management
</b></p><ul><li><p>Collaborate with global product owners, other stakeholders in Chemours and the Supplier to identify process improvement opportunities across end-to-end processes, including automation and other simplification strategies.
</p></li><li><p>Work as Execution lead for critical projects and projects that span across teams.
</p></li></ul></li><li><p><b>Leadership
</b></p><ul><li><p>Leading functional governance for the above-mentioned Procurement Operations areas such as Service Reviews, Incident Action / Root Cause Analysis Review Meetings.
</p></li><li><p>Use influence skills to help others see alternative views or approaches.
</p></li></ul></li><li><p><b>Change Management
</b></p><ul><li><p>Proactively communicate to stakeholders regarding performance, including significant accomplishments, changes in policies, risks, planned/unplanned outages, etc for their area
</p></li><li><p>Assess relevant training needs, develop training materials and ensure all stakeholders are sufficiently trained in internal control requirements, design and ownership
</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p><p><b>The following is </b><b><i>required </i></b><b>for this role:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Graduation/ Post Graduation in Procurement or related areas like supply chain, finance or accounting
</p></li><li><p>Expertise in Procurement back-end operations involving contract management, Purchase order management, Contract compliance audit is mandatory
</p></li><li><p>10-15 years of experience with at 7-8 years in leadership role managing a team effectively
</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of SAP is a must
</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of Ariba &amp; Sirion is required
</p></li><li><p>Expertise in managing external shared service providers (BPO) and governing operations
</p></li><li><p>Experience in MS excel and Power BI
</p></li><li><p>Senior stakeholder management
</p></li><li><p>Ability to independently lead discussions with senior leaders , share the right feedback and guide teams for impactful collaboration.
</p></li><li><p>Excellent Communication skills (written and verbal) in English
</p></li><li><p>Above average experience in usage of MS excel, Power BI
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>The following is </b><b><i>preferred </i></b><b>for this role:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Six sigma/ lean certification will be an added advantage
</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of tools like Dev Ops and Power app will be useful
</p></li><li><p>Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (like finance, supply chain, compliance, banks)
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Benefits:
</b></p><p>Competitive Compensation
</p><p>Comprehensive Benefits Packages
</p><p>Learning and Development Opportunities
</p><p>Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives
</p><p>Company-paid Volunteer Day
</p><p></p><p>We&rsquo;re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it&mdash;by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.
 </p><p></p><p>Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers.<br>
</p><p></p><p><i>Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.
</i></p><p><i>Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation
</i></p><p></p><p><i>Don&rsquo;t meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you&rsquo;re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn&rsquo;t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.
</i></p><p></p><p>At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say &ldquo;We Are Living Chemistry&rdquo;.</p></div><p></p>

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