Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Strategic Sourcing Manager (Indirect) Location US-GA-Conyers Job ID 2024-20630 Category Finance Overview

JOB SUMMARY: Strategic procurement leader that directs indirect procurement activities for U.S. Domestic
Manufacturing Operations, ensuring that all products meet GSF’s objectives for price, efficiency, and quality.
Supports International Divisions. Potential managed categories include manufacturing equipment (CAPEX),
equipment parts (MRO/OEM), waste, sanitation, uniforms, office/testing supplies, and facility services.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Manage GSF strategic purchasing activities, including price negotiations (RFP) and contract management to
ensure competitive pricing and strong supplier relationships. (30%)Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to support business needs and ensure continuity of
supply, supply chain optimization, and identify cost savings opportunities. (20%)Create a pipeline of savings across portfolio to meet category targets. (10%)Set up new suppliers for relevant business units. (5%)Create project charters with associated timelines for change management. (10%)Evaluate system-wide subcategories for potential spend aggregation and productivity opportunities. (5%)Forecast market dynamics for cost avoidance. (5%)Interact formally and informally with vendors to communicate GSF values, mission, and strategic direction
to enhance supplier relationships and project management. (5%)Support and perform other assigned duties as necessary for the Global Strategic Sourcing (GSS) team. (10%)

LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
Manage up to three associates.

 

PERFORMANCE CATEGORIES

Productivity/quality standards: PPVProductivity/quality standards: raw materials qualityProductivity/quality standards: accuracy, timeliness, thoroughnessProductivity/quality standards: on time delivery of raw materialsProductivity/quality standards: continuous improvement of procurement processBudgetCost containmentTeamwork within the department and across departmentsCustomer satisfactionVendor relationsFood safety Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Education and experience equivalent to:

 

Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, supply chain, or economics from
an accredited college or university.

Related Work Experience: At least 3 years of relevant experience in purchasing and/or supply chain
management in the food and beverage industry.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert):

Purchasing and inventory indicators (E)Purchasing law (contracts, terms and conditions, warranties, disclaimers) (E)Strategic supply management (just in time, strategic alliances, value analysis, partnerships) (E)Contract management (blanket orders, releases, EDI, verbal agreements, contracts) (E)Computer inventory management and database applications (E)PC word processing/spreadsheet software (E)Quality assurance concepts and techniques (J)SPC (J)

Skill and ability to:

Strategically manage long term supplier contracts, negotiations, & performanceAnalyze and resolve complex problemsInterpret purchasing problems or anomalies and identify appropriate solutionsCommunicate and coordinate effectively with vendors verbally and in writingPrepare a variety of comprehensive administrative and technical documents and reportsRead and process written information with a high degree of accuracyNegotiate effectively with vendorsWork effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on quality and customer serviceAct in accordance with GSF’s Creed and Values Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareEmail this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Application FAQs

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