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strategic sourcing manager

Kraft Heinz

<div>As the Senior Procurement Manager for External Manufacturing, you will be responsible for all strategic planning and sourcing activities for your assigned categories across the Kraft Heinz North American Zone (U.S. and Canada). You are driving the success and evolution of a highly strategic category by blending visionary leadership with hands-on execution and deep cross-functional collaboration. This role is accountable for shaping long-term strategy, building influential partnerships across the business, and leading critical supplier relationships and negotiations. The Senior Manager partners closely with stakeholders to align priorities, secure buy-in, and translate complex analysis into actionable strategies&mdash;ensuring both immediate results and long-term category growth. As a key connector and business driver, this role fosters organizational alignment and champions initiatives that create sustainable advantage for Kraft Heinz
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description
</h2><div><div>Essential Functions &amp; Responsibilities
</div><div><ul><li>Shape and drive the long-term vision for the category, ensuring external partner strategies align with Kraft Heinz&rsquo;s business needs
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Act as a strategic thought partner to senior leadership and cross-functional teams, influencing key decisions that determine the future footprint of the category
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Lead high-stakes contract negotiations and transformation initiatives, ensuring projects feed into long-term strategy.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>C onduct and synthesize complex analyses (market data, cost drivers, supplier capabilities, financial modeling, risk assessment) to inform sourcing decisions and category strategies.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Own and execute the end-to-end sourcing process, from market research and opportunity identification through RFPs, supplier selection, negotiation, and implementation.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships to increase influence and drive collaborative achievement of business goals.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Serve as primary relationship manager for strategic suppliers, leading performance discussions and resolving complex business challenges , including being the primary point of contact for performance and risk issues .
</li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Leverage market insights and industry trends to inform decision-making and drive innovation.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Develop and implement multi-year category strategies based on data, insights, and business requirements.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Ensure the strategic sourcing process is robustly applied to all sourcing projects , in line with applicable policies &amp; procedures 
</li></ul></div><div>Expected Experience &amp; Required Skills
</div><div><ul><li>Be consistent across the job posting, interview, assessments, and the job itself
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Include specific, qualitative proven experiences versus generic years of experience
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Include both &ldquo;hard&rdquo; and &ldquo;soft&rdquo; skills
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Include skills that are observable, measurable, and assessable (speaking to their criticality to the role and business) 
</li></ul></div><div>Minimum Qualifications:
</div><div><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, finance, business, or related field ; MBA preferred . Candidates with extensive relevant experience will be considered instead of a degree.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Possess at least 5 to 7 years of experience in Procurement, preferably in external manufacturing procurement , with relevant category expertise .
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills , as well as interpersonal and presentation skills.
</li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Effective negotiator and influencer with demonstrated examples with internal stakeholders and external suppliers/partners.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Strong b usiness acumen with the ability to understand and explain Procurement results and variances to non-Procurement audiences.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Proven project management and solid analytical and consultative skills; able to make sound, data-driven business decisions. Prior experience with business case development and multi-workstream project management is critical to success in this role.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Experience in developing long-term business strategies and confidence when doing so.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Possess e xtensive experience in the sourcing life cycle process and fully grasp the tools needed to complete the process.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Ability to multi-task, attention to detail, organized , outstanding customer service skills.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Judgment to handle confidential information and complicated business situations; ability to lead and influence others; project management, problem-solving, leadership, and team-building skills.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and understanding of source-to-pay tools (SAP, Ariba, Workday, etc.). 
</li></ul></div><div>Work Environment &amp; Schedule
</div><div>This position is considered a normal office environment with moderate travel to customer locations, stores, manufacturing facilities, etc.; offices are open workspaces. To create a more agile and modern workplace, we allow Chicago/Aon Center-based employees to work virtually for up to two days each week and expect them to work in person during the defined core days at their assigned work location at least three days per workweek.
</div></div>Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz&rsquo; strategy and values.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$120,800.00 - $151,000.00
Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family&rsquo;s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You&rsquo;ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:
<ul><li>Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
</li><li>Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
</li><li>Emotional &ndash; Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
</li><li>Financial &ndash; 401k, Life, Accidental Death &amp; Dismemberment, Disability
</li></ul>Location(s)
Chicago/Aon Center 
 
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. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.</div>

Sr. Manager, External Manufacturing - Pasta Sauce

CME Group

<div>
 We are seeking a visionary and results-driven
 
 Head of Procurement
 
 to lead our global procurement function. Reporting to the Executive Director, Accounting Research &amp; Operations within the Finance Division, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization's supplier relationship management and strategic sourcing. This role involves developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, ensuring the efficient and ethical acquisition of both technology and services, and optimizing costs. You will be a hands-on builder and a strategic partner, ensuring our procurement practices align with our company's business objectives and financial goals.
 
 
 
 What You'll Get
 
 
 
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 A supportive environment fostering career progression, continuous learning, and an inclusive culture.
 </li>
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 Broad exposure to CME's diverse products, asset classes, and cross-functional teams.
 </li>
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 A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Learn more about our career opportunities here.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What You'll Do
 
 
 
 
 Strategic Leadership &amp; Vision
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Champion a forward-looking procurement strategy that aligns directly with the company's overarching business objectives and financial goals.
 </li>
 <li>
 Define and implement a vision for procurement that leverages innovative best practices, emerging technologies, and data-driven methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish and govern key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with our organizational standards.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Supplier Management &amp; Value Creation
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Direct the full supplier lifecycle, from strategic sourcing and selection to negotiation, contract management, and performance evaluation, ensuring optimal value and risk mitigation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Cultivate and strengthen strategic relationships with key suppliers, fostering long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships.
 </li>
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 Lead high-stakes negotiations to secure advantageous terms, pricing, and service level agreements that drive significant cost savings and efficiencies.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Cross-functional Integration &amp; Influence
 
 
 
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 Integrate the procurement function seamlessly with key internal stakeholders, including finance, legal, and risk management, to ensure alignment and collective success.
 </li>
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 Act as the primary point of contact and subject matter expert for all procurement matters, providing strategic guidance and expertise across the organization.
 </li>
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 Communicate and present procurement strategies, initiatives, and results to executive leadership, articulating the function's value and impact on the business.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What You'll Bring
 
 
 
 We are looking for an executive-level leader with a blend of strategic vision and hands-on operational expertise. You are a highly ethical, analytical, and influential professional with a deep understanding of the global procurement landscape.
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Exceptional executive leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Deep understanding of procurement best practices, strategic sourcing, and third-party risk management methodologies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven ability to manage complex projects and drive large-scale organizational change.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in procurement technologies and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
 </li>
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 Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to navigate complex challenges and opportunities.
 </li>
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 High level of integrity and a commitment to ethical conduct.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Familiarity with Workday Strategic Sourcing, Archer, and Conga CLM is a plus.
 
 
 
 CME Group is committed to offering a competitive total rewards package for our employees that recognizes their contributions to the business and reflects our long-term investment in their future. The pay range for this role is $190,100-$316,800. Actual salary offered will be dependent on a wide array of factors including but not limited to: relevant experience, skills, education and comparison to internal employees (where relevant). Our compensation program also includes an annual target bonus opportunity for all employees, as well as the opportunity to become an owner in the company through our broad-based equity program. Through our benefits program, we strive to offer flexibility, value and choice. From comprehensive health coverage, to a retirement package that includes both a 401(k) and an active pension plan, to highly competitive education reimbursement provisions, paid time off and a mental health benefit, CME Group offers a holistic benefits package for our team and their dependents.
 
 
 
 CME Group: Where Futures are Made
 
 
 
 CME Group is the world&rsquo;s leading derivatives marketplace. But who we are goes deeper than that. Here, you can impact markets worldwide. Transform industries. And build a career by shaping tomorrow. We invest in your success and you own it &ndash; all while working alongside a team of leading experts who inspire you in ways big and small. Problem solvers, difference makers, trailblazers. Those are our people. And we&rsquo;re looking for more.
 
 
 At CME Group, we embrace our employees' unique experiences and skills to ensure that everyone&rsquo;s perspectives are acknowledged and valued. As an equal-opportunity employer, we consider all potential employees without regard to any protected characteristic.
 
 
 
 Important Notice:
 
 Recruitment fraud is on the rise, with scammers using misleading promises of job offers and interviews to solicit money and personal information from job seekers. CME Group adheres to established procedures designed to maintain trust, confidence and security throughout our recruitment process. Learn more here.
 
 
</div>

Head of Procurement

Conexus Food Solutions

<div>Salary Range: 40,000 - 55,000 
Schedule: 5 Day Work Week (Onsite) 
Site Address: 6500 W 51st Chicago, IL 60638 
 
Who We Are
Conexus Food is a leader in the Asian food service industry, bringing a diverse range of ethnic cuisines, such as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Thai, to the table. Our corporate headquarters in Chicago is where we house our fully integrated food processing, manufacturing, logistics, and worldwide supply chain services all under one roof. With distribution centers spanning the US, over 2 million square feet of warehousing space, and a fleet of more than 1,000 trucks, we're the go-to when it comes to reliable delivery services.
At Conexus Food , we believe that teamwork and collaboration are the keys to success. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of integrity and honesty in everything we do and building strong relationships with our clients. We're looking for individuals who share our values and are committed to excellence. Join our team and contribute to our culture of collaboration and integrity while growing your own skills and expertise. Together, we'll deliver high-quality products and exceptional service to our clients and achieve great things.
Position Overview: 
We are seeking a results-driven Associate Strategic Sourcing Specialist to support our Corporate Category Manager in sourcing and managing key commodities. This position will focus on analyzing market trends, building supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring supply chain stability. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong analytical and communication skills, and a passion for the food and commodities space.
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Assist in the development and execution of sourcing strategies for major commodity categories (e.g., dry goods, sweeteners, oils, grains, dairy, etc.)</li><li>
Issue and manage purchase orders across multiple commodities and customer segments</li><li>
Coordinate with the supply chain replenishment team to ensure timely fulfillment of demand via drop shipments to DCs and outside customers</li><li>
Support demand planning and inventory optimization through a strong understanding of MRP and replenishment principles</li><li>
Identify, evaluate, and manage supplier relationships to drive value, service, and innovation</li><li>
Monitor commodity markets and industry trends to inform buying decisions and risk management strategies</li><li>
Negotiate pricing, terms, and agreements to ensure cost competitiveness and security of supply</li><li>
Collaborate with internal teams including DC operations, sales, and finance to align procurement with operational needs</li><li>
Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as cost savings, supplier performance, service levels, and inventory turns</li><li>
Maintain accurate documentation including contracts, specifications, supplier scorecards, and procurement records</li><li>
Help resolve supply disruptions, quality issues, and vendor performance concerns</li></ul>
Qualifications:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Agriculture, Food Science, Economics, or a related field</li><li>
1+ year of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or commodity trading (food industry preferred)</li><li>
Demonstrated experience with purchase order management and coordinating drop shipments</li><li>
Solid understanding of MRP systems and replenishment processes</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfortable working with data and market indices (e.g., Urner Barry, USDA, CME)</li><li>
Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills</li><li>
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, and procurement software</li><li>
Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities</li><li>
Occasional travel to supplier sites and DCs as needed</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
Experience in commodity markets</li><li>
Familiarity with logistics and freight coordination in a distribution environment</li><li>
Prior experience with foodservice or wholesale distribution</li></ul>
Benefits Offered:<ul><li>
Medical Insurance &ndash; Comprehensive coverage to help you and your family stay healthy.</li><li>
Dental Insurance &ndash; Preventive care and treatments to keep your smile bright.</li><li>
Vision Insurance &ndash; Coverage for eye exams, glasses, and contacts.</li><li>
Pet Insurance &ndash; Help ensure your furry friends are covered for unexpected medical expenses.</li><li>
Life Insurance &ndash; Financial protection for your loved ones in the event of the unexpected.</li><li>
401(k) Plan &ndash; Save for your future with access to a retirement savings plan.</li></ul><ul><li>
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match: Save for your future and grow your retirement savings with company contributions.</li><li>
Career development in a growing organization</li></ul> 
Sponsorship for Employment 
Conexus Food Solutions does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status). To be considered for permanent employment, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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Associate Strategic Sourcing Specialist – Dry Food Commodities

<div>As a Direct/Indirect Material, Procurement Manager, you will lead and manage all strategic planning and sourcing activities for Capital Procurement, including, but not limited to Equipment, Engineering, Construction Services and Design Build with a total category spend of +$600MM, you will directly manage a portion of this spend amounting to +$200MM across the Kraft Heinz North American Zone (U.S. and Canada). You will leverage your experience and knowledge to build comprehensive strategies at the category level and execute the strategy through the sourcing process. You will champion program compliance through Supplier and Contract Management, creating value for Kraft Heinz. You will drive sustainable strategies that actively seek to reduce and/or control costs for materials and services while increasing efficiencies for the business. You will partner closely with various business units, operations, engineering, finance, and other corporate function stakeholders to provide innovative new products and services to meet business objectives. You may indirectly lead other Procurement professionals, be the key global liaison, and coordinate with our internal India-based procurement shared services team supporting these procurement categories. The successful candidate must be able to focus on balancing superior service to internal business clients, collaborating with a global view while maximizing value for the company of materials and services purchased
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description
</h2>Essential Functions &amp; Responsibilities
<ul><li>Manage mid-level clients and supplier relationships continuously to ensure customer satisfaction.
</li></ul><ul><li>Develop Sourcing and Category Management for assigned portfolios of critical categories to Kraft Heinz.
</li></ul><ul><li>Establish and deliver performance goals for a portfolio of categories representing significant spending.
</li></ul><ul><li>Lead assigned strategic sourcing projects for supplier selection/optimization to execute Category Management vision and strategies.
</li></ul><ul><li>Manage Supplier Relationships and conduct Supplier Business Reviews &ndash; Level Escalation Point for Performance and Risk Issues (experience with larger food equipment manufacturers and industry leaders is a plus!).
</li></ul><ul><li>As part of Supplier Management, segments suppliers at category level.
</li></ul><ul><li>Research and support in the development of the supplier base for specific categories
</li></ul><ul><li>Lead discussions with suppliers around long-term objectives and strategies, ongoing market trends, innovation and technology advances, and potential investment decisions
</li></ul><ul><li>Support major supplier issues and work with stakeholders to identify and drive resolution.
</li></ul><ul><li>Identify business needs at the sourcing and category project level in the following areas: Assurance of Supply, Quality, Service, Cost, and Innovation (AQSCI).
</li></ul><ul><li>Drive the development of a multi-year category vision and strategy based on data, insights, and business requirements.
</li></ul><ul><li>Build strong business relationships to increase influence over total category spend.
</li></ul><ul><li>Identify and evaluate potential value-generating projects based on complexity, resources, risk, implementation time, and estimated financial impact.
</li></ul><ul><li>Manage assigned portfolio of projects for the category in the near and long-term.
</li></ul><ul><li>Lead the supplier selection and RFx award process.
</li></ul><ul><li>Executes highly complex contracts in accordance with policies and processes; ability to apply competency across assigned categories.
</li></ul><ul><li>Applies advanced levels of negotiation techniques and tools in all situations; ability to apply competency across assigned categories.
</li></ul><ul><li>Actively maintain strong understanding of category dynamics (current market, pricing, cost drivers, industry and supplier variables) through trade groups, publications, etc. and communicates changes to business stakeholders.
</li></ul><ul><li>Develop Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) at the category level through collaboration with Data Analytics, accountable for measuring and reporting value delivery.
</li></ul><ul><li>Enable continuous process improvement and cost reduction.
</li></ul><ul><li>Ensure the strategic sourcing process is robustly applied to all sourcing projects.
</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborates with global procurement peers as needed to ensure support of and alignment to the supported functions.
</li></ul><ul><li>Manage and develop an internal India-based procurement shared services team (Global Procurement Solutions &ndash; GPS).
</li></ul>Expected Experience &amp; Required Skills
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, finance, business, or related field. Candidates with extensive relevant experience and certifications (e.g., CPM, CPIM, etc.) may be considered in lieu of a degree.
</li></ul><ul><li>5+ years of proven experience in Indirect Procurement or combination of design, construction, or food equipment industry experience.
</li></ul><ul><li>Experience in developing long-term business strategies is highly desired, specifically establishing mid-to-long term direction based on insights into external market indices, global supply chain, and the organization's overall capabilities.
</li></ul><ul><li>Prior experience developing strategies aligned to function with organizational goals and generates results that will have a positive impact on the function/business unit. Advanced experience in the sourcing life cycle process and possesses a strong grasp of the tools needed to complete the process.
</li></ul><ul><li>Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills, as well as interpersonal and presentation skills.
</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to understand, organize, and communicate complex information in an easily understandable format tailored to a variety of audiences.
</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, support requests from, and interact directly across all levels of the organization.
</li></ul><ul><li>We &ldquo;own&rdquo; it at KHC and success requires an individual who is results-oriented, self-motivated, proactive, independent, and responsive.
</li></ul><ul><li>Have strong analytical, planning, and execution skills, including exceptional attention to detail.
</li></ul><ul><li>Possess a strategic mindset; can effectively articulate various perspectives and impacts of issues and understand the future impact to the business. Able to see all sides and the inherent value to stakeholders.
</li></ul><ul><li>Able to effectively negotiate and influence business decisions and change.
</li></ul><ul><li>Able to multitask and juggle projects at varying levels of complexity.
</li></ul><ul><li>Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and have an understanding for source-to-pay tools (SAP, Ariba, etc.).
</li></ul>Work Environment &amp; Schedule
This position is considered a normal office environment with moderate travel to customer locations, stores, manufacturing facilities, etc.; offices are open workspaces. To create a more agile and modern workplace, we
allow Chicago/Aon Center based employees to work virtually for up to two days each week and expect them to work in-person during the defined core days at their assigned work location at least three days per workweek
Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz&rsquo; strategy and values.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$102,100.00 - $127,600.00
Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family&rsquo;s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You&rsquo;ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:
<ul><li>Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
</li><li>Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
</li><li>Emotional &ndash; Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
</li><li>Financial &ndash; 401k, Life, Accidental Death &amp; Dismemberment, Disability
</li></ul>Location(s)
Chicago/Aon Center 
 
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. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.</div>

Manager, Indirects - Capital, Design, & Construction

KIND

<div>
 
 Who are we?
 
 
 
 Since Day 1, KIND has had a vision for a kinder and healthier world. A world in which people never have to choose between what tastes good, feels good, and does good when it comes to their snacking.
 
 
 Our iconic KIND&reg; bars &ndash; made with real, recognizable ingredients &ndash; sparked the growth of an entirely new healthy snacking category back in 2004. Now, KIND has a family of more than 80 snacks that offer solutions for a variety of occasions. All of KIND's products lead with a nutrient-dense first ingredient &ndash; like nuts or whole grains &ndash; and do not contain genetically engineered ingredients, sugar alcohols or artificial sweeteners.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re looking for passionate collaborators to help us become the foremost leader in health &amp; wellness and positively impact society along the way. If you&rsquo;re looking to be a part of an inspiring, energetic and entrepreneurial environment, you&rsquo;ve found the right place.
 
 
 
 What You'll Do
 
 
 
 As the Fruit Sourcing Lead&ndash; Global Procurement you will play a critical role in Mars Health and Wellness&rsquo;s Procurement organization. You will work collaboratively with global cross functional teams (BU Procurement, SQA, R&amp;D, Ops, Finance) to support the creation of strategies and support Tr&uuml; Fr&uuml;, KIND, and Nature&rsquo;s Bakery globally. You will drive business continuity and risk mitigation, collaborate on value leadership/innovation initiatives, be an owner in the SRM process, and deliver in the continuous improvement in the Value Chain. And this is how you will do it&hellip;.
 
 
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 Strategic development and execution of integrated business buying strategy for a diverse range of fruit products; (IQF, Dried/Freeze Dried, Fruit Pastes, etc) achieving cost, cash, quality and service targets. Focused on strategic goals linked to critical business needs.
 </li>
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 Collaborate with suppliers, external manufacturing partners to manage inbound supply for production (forecasts, order tracking, pricing, etc).
 </li>
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 Rigorously apply the Strategic Sourcing Methodology to develop the appropriate procurement strategy and selection of key suppliers.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead cost reduction initiatives and continually optimize inbound supply chain and fit for purpose specifications for materials.
 </li>
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 Analyze commodity and economic markets; accurately assess supply and demand; identify and manage market risks and opportunities; build a buying plan and adjust price risk management strategy based on insights.
 </li>
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 Provide cyclical estimates on buying performances versus pervious cycle, budget and market updates in Commodity Buying Forum.
 </li>
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 Accountable for cash delivery from supplier payment terms and deployment of supplier financing where appropriate.
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 Drive continuous improvement of material quality, specification management and logistics performance of the suppliers.
 </li>
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 Represent Procurement at various activity team meetings with timely and accurate information related to innovation.
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 Influence the external environment for competitive advantage or for the good of the industry.
 </li>
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 Be a catalyst for innovation by being the eyes and ears of the company in seeking out new materials, new origins, new opportunities for competitive advantage.
 </li>
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 Contract recommendations for Commodities are made by this position.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What You'll Bring To Mars
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Strong collaboration skills and can work cross-functionally to create opportunities, improve process and execute projects.
 </li>
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 Understanding of Integrated Business Processes and support of innovation tied to output.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience managing suppliers in a Supplier Performance or Relationship Management program (SPM/SRM) which has improved suppliers&rsquo; performance and impact.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to support development of, and execute, a 2-5 year strategy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Previous experience in agricultural ingredients, commodities
 </li>
 <li>
 Track record of identifying and delivering value leadership opportunities, driving growth for the organization.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 You are...
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Able to generate high-quality work in a collaborative, creative, ever-changing, and sometimes ambiguous environment. Well organized and can work on multiple initiatives, while moving actions to completion to hit timelines. You get things done.
 </li>
 <li>
 An effective communicator, highly collaborative and build great relationships, with the ability to hold the tension when appropriate.
 </li>
 <li>
 Highly analytical and inquisitive, moving data into insights that you clearly communicate, and which can be easily understood.
 </li>
 <li>
 Passionate about sustainability and wellness. You look for opportunities to reduce our environmental impact and support wellness initiatives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Highly ethical and trustworthy, inspiring trust in others.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proactive and energetic, always looking for ways to improve or take things to the next level.
 </li>
 <li>
 Extremely curious and are an innate problem solver. You love to learn and continuously grow your skills.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 You have...
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Food Science, or Engineering preferred; MBA or MS a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 5-7 years relevant working experience, with at least 3 years in a Fortune 500 Procurement organization or equivalent.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prior experience in vendor qualification program.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prior experience in supplier led innovation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multi-functional teams, especially with R&amp;D, Operations, and manufacturing sites.
 </li>
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 Successful execution of strategic sourcing initiatives in multiple Procurement categories.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated track record of implemented year over year cost savings initiatives and ability to develop a cost savings project pipeline.
 </li>
 <li>
 Highly analytical and proficient in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel. Proficiency in PowerPoint.
 
 
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 Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range for this position is
 
 $125,000 to $155,000
 
 . Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ.
 
 
 
 What KIND Offers
 
 
 
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 401(K) or RRSP's with generous company match
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 Flexible Paid Time Off. Choose what works best for you, including summer hours. Paid parental leave.
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 Excellent health, dental &amp; vision insurance, with options to fit you &amp; your family&rsquo;s needs
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 Company paid disability and life insurance to provide income protection
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 Your health is important! Our wellness strategy focuses on mental and physical wellbeing via programs like Employee Assistance Program, a wellness subsidy, healthy food options and gym facility in HQ.
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 Casual office dress code&ndash; feel free to wear your KIND gear
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 Stock up on your favorite KIND bars to share with your family &amp; friends, through a quarterly voucher
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 Training &amp; tuition reimbursement program, because continuing to learn matters and we support your development
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 A dynamic, ambitious, fun and KIND work environment
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 Charitable Donation Matching: KIND matches your charitable donations up to $1000 annually through our donation matching portal.
 
 
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Fruit Sourcing Lead - Global Procurement

Request Technology, LLC

<div>
 
 
 
 Sourcing and Procurement Analyst
 
 
 
 
 Salary: $90k-$110k + bonus
 
 
 Location: Chicago, IL
 
 
 Hybrid: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote
 
 
 *We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role*
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
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 5-7 years of progressive experience in procurement, specifically in the technology space including contracting, sourcing and negotiations
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 Successful track record in a large procurement organization
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 3+ years&rsquo; Technology procurement experience
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 Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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 Strong negotiation expertise with an understanding of key contracting concepts and legal terms
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 Ability to translate business requirements into agreements
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 Ability to lead cross-functional teams and reach consensus
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 Knowledge of financial analysis and management.
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 Knowledge of IT asset management.
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 Identify and evaluate procurement opportunities in alignment with strategic, operating and financial objectives. Lead the negotiation and purchase of goods and services with a focus on the technology category. Partner with internal business clients to ensure that purchased goods and services meet their needs. Proactively seek ways to drive down total cost of ownership through competition and vendor relationships.
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 Manage projects against an approved plan and objectives to ensure that commitments are met by monitoring, assessing and resolving variances in budget, timing or quality of work.
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 Lead the negotiation strategy and negotiation team for agreements that deliver value to our stakeholders ensuring service, quality and added value maximizing the supplier&rsquo;s capabilities
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 Provide proactive, high-value procurement and contract negotiation consultation to the business through thorough understanding of the business needs.
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 Drive sourcing and procurement plans for products, services and solutions that will optimize year-over-year total cost of ownership
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 Lead the development and management of RFP, RFQ and RFI
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 Identify and leverage relevant third-party market intelligence sources.
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 Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders (IT, business, legal, TPRM, vendor management, finance, and vendors) to lead major sourcing programs.
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 Collaborate effectively across organization levels, functions and lines of business to realize procurement goals and objectives
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Sourcing and Procurement Analyst

<div>The Procurement Buyer is a member of Kraft Heinz&rsquo;s North American Procurement team and plays a role in identifying multifaceted sources of the various categories with a total spend of $75MM across the NA Zone. You will deliver value to the organization by facilitating the strategic sourcing process, establishing, and maintaining relationships with suppliers, and developing the category strategy and ongoing category management. You will help us live our value of Daring to Do Better Every Day by delivering productivity and cash flow targets that are focused on our Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). You will work and collaborate closely with several cross-functional areas.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description
</h2><div><div>Essential Functions &amp; Responsibilities
</div><div><ul><li>Strategic Sourcing: Most of your focus will be on facilitating the strategic sourcing process for the category and related sub categories . You will be expected to develop a thorough understanding of the market and the conditions affecting cost and product availability through m arket and industry analysis, supplier research and review, category, and supplier segmentation . You will lead sourcing events, analysis, negotiations, contracting, and implementation .
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Category Strategy: You will be responsible for develop ing the c ategory strategy and ongoing category management result ing from sourcing activities to ensure the most effective supply base design. You will collaborate with risk management to understand product pricing movements and develop mitigation and/or optimization strategies to support.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Category Management : The scope of this position includes category financial planning and budget setting as related to respective spending areas. You will need to be able to problem solve unexpected supply, new product development, and project timeline challenges to support the business.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Project Management: The role will deliver specific productivity and cash flow targets in relation to their categories in alignment with overarching goals and objectives for the NA Procurement organization , focusing on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). This position is linked closely with several cross-functional areas from an overall project management perspective and strategy execution . 
</li></ul></div></div><div><div>Expected Experience &amp; Required Skills
</div><div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in supply chain or operations management , finance, or related field. Candidates with equivalent related experience will be considered instead of a degree.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>2 + year s of experience in direct procurement, purchasing , strategic sourcing, or a related field . Commodity and price risk management experience is highly beneficial.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills and interpersonal and presentation skills.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Ability to understand, organize , and communicate complex information in an easily understandable format tailored to various audiences.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, support requests from , and interact directly across all levels of the organization.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>We &ldquo;own &rdquo; it at KHC , and success requires a results-oriented, self-motivated, proactive, independent, and responsive individual .
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Have strong analytical, planning, and execution skills, including exceptional attention to detail.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Possess a s trategic mindset; c an effectively articulate various perspectives and impacts of issues and understand the future implications for the business . Able to see all sides and the inherent value to stakeholders.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Able to effectively negotiate and influence business decisions and change.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Able to multitask and juggle projects at varying levels of complexity.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Advanced p roficiency in Microsoft Office Suite ( Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook ) and understanding of source-to-pay tools (SAP, A r iba , etc.) . 
</li></ul></div><div> 
Work Environment &amp; Schedule
</div><div>This position is considered a normal office environment with limited travel or visits to external locations; offices are open workspaces. To create a more agile and modern workplace, we allow Chicago/A on Center based employees to work virtually for up to two days each week and expect them to work in-person during the defined core days at their assigned work location at least three days per workweek.
</div></div>Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz&rsquo; strategy and values.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$77,800.00 - $97,300.00
Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family&rsquo;s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You&rsquo;ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:
<ul><li>Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
</li><li>Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
</li><li>Emotional &ndash; Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
</li><li>Financial &ndash; 401k, Life, Accidental Death &amp; Dismemberment, Disability
</li></ul>Location(s)
Chicago/Aon Center 
 
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. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.</div>

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