Director Strategic Sourcing FF&E
The Director Strategic Sourcing, FF&E will lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment across the organization. This role is responsible for ensuring cost-effective procurement while maintaining high standards of quality and service. The Director will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and innovation in the sourcing process. Key Responsibilities: Develop and Implement Sourcing Strategies: Create and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies for FF&E to achieve cost savings, quality improvements, and supplier performance enhancements. Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with key suppliers. Negotiate contracts and ensure compliance with terms and conditions. Cost Management: Analyze market trends and conduct cost analysis to identify opportunities for cost reduction and value enhancement. Quality Assurance: Ensure that all FF&E procured meets the company's quality standards and specifications. Implement quality control processes and address any issues promptly. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders, including design, operations, and finance teams, to understand their needs and ensure alignment with sourcing strategies. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with the supply chain. Develop contingency plans to address potential disruptions. Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives in the sourcing process. Implement best practices and innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Reporting and Analysis: Prepare and present regular reports on sourcing activities, cost savings, and supplier performance to senior management. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant certification (e.g., CPSM, CSCP) is preferred. Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, with at least 4 years in a leadership role overseeing FF&E. Skills: Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in procurement software and tools. Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of the FF&E market, including suppliers, products, and industry trends. Understanding of quality control and risk management practices.
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Orlando
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Sourcing & Procurement Analyst
The Sourcing & Procurement Analyst is responsible for analyzing and optimizing the procurement processes to ensure cost-effective and efficient sourcing of goods and services. This role involves data analysis, market research, and collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support strategic sourcing initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Collect and analyze procurement data to identify trends, opportunities for cost savings, and areas for improvement. Conduct market analysis to understand industry trends, supplier capabilities, and competitive pricing. Assess and evaluate potential suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability. Develop and maintain a preferred supplier list. Support the development and implementation of sourcing strategies to achieve business objectives and drive cost efficiencies. Identify and mitigate risks associated with sourcing activities, including supply chain disruptions and compliance issues. Generate regular reports on sourcing activities, cost savings, and supplier performance for senior management review. Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., Finance, Operations, Legal) to ensure alignment and support for sourcing initiatives. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field. Minimum of 2 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management. Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
US$65000 - US$80000 per year
Orlando
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Director of Purchasing
A luxury hospitality organization is looking for an experienced procurement professional to be responsible for overseeing the procurement of all goods and services for the hotel, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery. This role involves strategic planning, vendor management, and collaboration with various departments to meet the hotel's operational needs. Responsibilities: Create and execute plans to source high-quality products and services at competitive prices. Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with hotel standards. Monitor inventory levels, forecast demand, and manage stock to prevent shortages or excess. Prepare and manage the purchasing budget, ensuring cost-effective spending and adherence to financial goals. Ensure all purchased goods and services meet the hotel's quality standards and regulatory requirements. Work closely with other departments (e.g., Food & Beverage, Housekeeping, Maintenance) to understand their needs and ensure timely procurement. Generate regular reports on purchasing activities, cost savings, and vendor performance for senior management review. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Hospitality, or related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in purchasing, preferably in the hospitality industry. Strong negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills. Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.
US$800000 - US$900000 per year
Fort Lauderdale
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Procurement Manager - Hardware
Procurement Manager - Hardware An established organization in Luxembourg is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to oversee the procurement of hardware services. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals with a background in hardware procurement to play a key role in optimizing purchasing performance in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities: Manage the complete procurement process for hardware. Lead the selection of vendors, ensuring the best offers in terms of quality, availability, pricing, and total cost of ownership (TCO). Oversee the tendering process to ensure the best suppliers are shortlisted and engaged. Deploy and manage procurement tools such as e-RFQ and e-sourcing to enhance purchasing efficiency. Negotiate contracts to ensure optimized terms and maximum purchasing value. Develop contracts aligned with corporate governance and general terms. Perform cost analysis and benchmarking on hardware-related projects to identify savings opportunities. Manage the full contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance and delivery. Foster synergies between projects and streamline negotiations to maximize value. Coordinate with internal stakeholders and support the Lead Buyer with maintaining a global view on hardware categories. Provide leadership and direction to delegated buyers within the assigned scope. Share insights and lessons learned to continuously improve procurement processes. Your Profile: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on numbers and cost optimization. Solid technical knowledge of hardware contracts and project management. Proven experience in contract negotiation, particularly with hardware suppliers. Experience with SAP and proficiency in MS Excel. Familiarity with e-catalogs, procurement systems (e.g., Ivalua), and procurement tools. Knowledge of quality management standards such as ISO 9001 is a plus. Leadership and stakeholder management skills to guide teams and drive procurement success. A master's degree in purchasing, engineering, supply chain, or a related field. Experience in hardware procurement. Fluency in English is essential; any additional European languages are a plus. Additional Information: Location: Luxembourg Work Schedule: 4 days per week in the office. Language Requirements: English only If you are ready to lead procurement in a critical area and contribute to impactful business decisions, apply now and join an organization focused on excellence and innovation in hardware procurement.
Negotiable
Luxembourg
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Procurement Contract Manager
We are looking for a Procurement Contract Manager to oversee the procurement, contracting, and supply chain operations for the development and construction of solar energy projects. This role will focus on managing all aspects of sourcing, negotiating, contracting, and maintaining procurement processes, ensuring projects are executed efficiently and cost-effectively. Key Responsibilities: Source and evaluate potential suppliers of solar components, such as solar panels, inverters, mounting systems, and related materials. Identify and assess suppliers of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for solar infrastructure, including substations, switchyards, and transmission lines. Establish and nurture strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a dependable supply chain. Lead the end-to-end sourcing process, from request for information (RFI) to contract execution. Negotiate terms, pricing, delivery schedules, and quality standards to secure advantageous contracts with suppliers. Analyze project cost structures, identifying areas for cost optimization and efficiency improvements. Monitor market trends and fluctuations in pricing, adjusting procurement strategies as necessary. Develop strategies to reduce procurement costs while ensuring high-quality standards. Implement and manage quality control measures for all incoming materials and equipment. Address any quality issues with suppliers and collaborate to enhance product quality. Streamline procurement processes to minimize lead times and improve supply chain efficiency. Ensure compliance with relevant laws, environmental regulations, and import/export requirements. Stay informed on industry regulations, certifications, and best practices. Prepare and coordinate RFPs, manage bid schedules, and evaluate vendor proposals to ensure competitive pricing and identify opportunities for cost savings. Administer contracts, handle change management, and resolve disputes with an emphasis on transparency and collaboration. Perform other related duties as needed. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, or a related field (Master's degree or relevant certifications are a plus). Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, EPC contracting, or a similar role within renewable energy, specifically in corporate procurement, engineering, and services. Knowledge of solar technologies and industry trends is preferred but not required. Strong negotiation and vendor management skills, with a focus on sustainability and risk management. Proficient in procurement fundamentals, contract drafting, and project management techniques. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong ability to use technology and data for decision-making. Familiarity with project management software and ERP systems (e.g., Procore), procurement tools, and data analytics platforms. Ability to travel domestically (less than 10% of the time). Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented, inclusive environment. Strong communication skills, able to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical teams. Commitment to continuous process improvement and a strong work ethic.
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Houston
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Global Indirect Procurement Manager
POSITION SUMMARY: A member of the Global Procurement Team, the Global Indirect Procurement Manager will be a valued business partner to Business Functions including Research and Development, Commercial and Manufacturing and Supply. The Indirect Procurement Manager creates a competitive business advantage by delivering exceptional results in performance, innovation, quality, and total cost from their Indirect Suppliers. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following: Leads and/or supports key business function strategic supplier relationships to ensure holistic and sustained value delivery in improved risk, performance, quality, and innovation. Collaborates with the Head of Global Indirect Procurement to deliver complex and/or strategic sourcing projects that align with business objectives and deliver significant tangible value to the organization. Collaborates with Stakeholders to support supplier planning, budgeting and risk management activities for their functions. Develops sourcing plans collaboratively with Stakeholders to deliver best results in minimizing risk and costs, and delivering additional value levers and innovation to the organization. Designs, implements and maintains accurate and reliable spend and savings reporting with respect to projects and suppliers. Monitors execution against procurement plans and total cost of ownership savings delivery while meeting business requirements. Ensures compliance to all company policies and government laws. Works directly with project team members, suppliers, contractors, consultants and interns to define project requirements and scopes of work, requests for proposal and bid submittals. Initiates RFPs/RFQs/RFSs, analyses bids, negotiates for best and final offer and awards bid packages. Duties involve applying sound contracting principles and practices coupled with procurement guidelines, business policies and procedures. Negotiates complex purchasing agreements. Provides guidance, coaching and mentorship to the Indirect Procurement Intern. Works with legal to initiate agreements, evaluates contract terms, adherence to agreed upon scope of work and follows through to signed execution. Manages administrative provisions of the agreement including the deliverables, performance period and agreement value. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: BA/BS in Life Sciences, Business, Finance, Marketing, Supply Chain or other Operations related field. Experience: Demonstrable experience and results in indirect procurement and/or strategic sourcing. Minimum 5 years of experience within the pharmaceutical industry.
US$120000 - US$140000 per annum
Richmond
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Head of Procurement - Components (Global OEM)
My client who's a global electronics component sourcing office is seeking an experienced procurement expert - Components (Global OEM) to lead the procurement and sourcing team due to business expansion for Asia market for their regional sales office in Hong Kong. Job Responsibilities: Execute and develop the procurement strategies within electronics components Maintain responsibility for commodity plans, supplier selection, quotation/RFQ and supplier relationship management Support product team in price negotiation, T&C and monitor KPI of suppliers in China Drive global business bidding strategies Liaise with supply chain and quality team, R&D team in end-to-end sourcing to production process Job Requirement: Bachelor's degree in any disciplines Familiar with range of electronics components such as PCB, chips and related commodities 8-10 years of solid experience in purchasing, procurement within component sourcing from trading firms or sourcing offices Problem-solving skills as well as client service excellence Good communications in English ad Chinese including Mandarin Chinese
Negotiable
Kowloon
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Head of Procurement - Components (Global OEM)
My client who's a global electronics component sourcing office is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager - Electronics Components due to business expansion for HK office as their regional office in Asia Pacific. Job Responsibilities: Execute and develop the procurement strategies within electronics components Maintain responsibility for commodity plans, supplier selection, quotation/RFQ and supplier relationship management Support product team in price negotiation, T&C and monitor KPI of suppliers in China Drive global business bidding strategies Liaise with supply chain and quality team, R&D team in end-to-end sourcing to production process Job Requirement: Bachelor's degree in any disciplines Familiar with range of electronics components such as PCB, chips and related commodities 8-10 years of solid experience in purchasing, procurement within component sourcing from trading firms or sourcing offices Problem-solving skills as well as client service excellence Good communications in English ad Chinese including Mandarin Chinese
Negotiable
Kowloon
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Head of Procurement (m/f/d)
Role : Head of Procurement (m/f/d) - Greenfield Opportunity! Location: Cologne/Dรผsseldorf - Germany Are you an experienced procurement leader with a passion for the food & beverage industry? Do you have a proven track record in driving cost efficiencies, supplier partnerships, and strategic sourcing? This is your opportunity to make a significant impact with our client, a prominent and fast-growing company in the food & beverage manufacturing sector. As the Head of Procurement, you will take charge of the procurement strategy, ensuring the smooth and efficient management of the supply chain to support business growth, sustainability, and cost-efficiency. You will be responsible for overseeing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and implementing procurement best practices across the organization. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement a strategic procurement plan that aligns with business objectives and growth targets. Identify, engage, and negotiate with key suppliers to achieve quality, cost efficiency, and sustainability goals. Lead the procurement team, optimizing processes and driving efficiency across raw material sourcing, packaging, and indirect spend. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including R&D, Production, and Supply Chain teams, to support product innovation and ensure operational excellence. Stay ahead of market trends and challenges, ensuring the procurement strategy remains resilient and adaptable to changing conditions. Qualifications: Proven experience in a senior procurement role within food & beverage manufacturing. Strong expertise in supplier negotiations, contract management, and procurement best practices. Deep understanding of cost-saving initiatives, risk management, and supply chain optimization. Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to build and mentor high-performing teams. Fluency in German & English (both written and spoken). Why Join Our Client? Work within a dynamic, innovative, and rapidly growing organization that is shaping the future of the food & beverage industry. Play a key role in shaping procurement strategies and contributing to the company's ongoing success. Attractive salary, benefits, and ample opportunities for career development. Ready to take on this exciting challenge? Apply Today!
Negotiable
Dรผsseldorf
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Category Manager - IT Services (M/F/D)
Category Manager - IT Services (M/F/D) Join a prestigious financial services company in Cologne, Germany, as a Category Manager for IT Services. This role offers the unique opportunity to establish and lead the IT sourcing category from the ground up. Located in the dynamic banking sector, this permanent position is tailor-made for professionals who excel in procurement and have a deep understanding of IT services. The successful candidate will be spearheading the development of the IT services procurement strategy, ensuring alignment with the company's overall business objectives. This role offers the chance to innovate in the procurement process, creating efficient and cost-effective strategies that enhance the company's competitive edge in the financial market. Key Responsibilities: Sole responsibility for all IT-related sourcing activities, ensuring seamless operations and optimal service delivery. Build and develop the IT services category from inception, laying down the foundational strategies and frameworks to support sustainable growth. Implement strategic sourcing plans tailored to business needs, collaborating closely with other departments to ensure these plans support overall corporate goals. Skills Required: IT Knowledge: Deep understanding of IT services essential for effective procurement in the banking sector, including familiarity with software, hardware, and cloud solutions. Procurement Expertise: Proven experience in indirect procurement, especially within IT services, is crucial. This includes experience in managing large-scale contracts and negotiating with major IT service providers. Purchasing Skills: Ability to negotiate and secure favorable terms and maintain supplier relationships, along with excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills to evaluate offers and make sound purchasing decisions. Location: The position is based in Cologne, with proximity to key business areas and public transport facilities, making it an ideal workplace location. The city's vibrant cultural scene and high quality of life make it an attractive place for professionals looking to grow their career in a thriving environment.
Negotiable
Cologne
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