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Procurement Manager
Relocation May Be Offered
Position summary (mandate of the incumbent, key objectives)
Under the direction of the Procurement Director for Indirect and COE, the Procurement Manager will take ownership of the development and implementation of Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations. Long-term vision positions her/him as a strategic leader, responsible for optimizing the procurement team by establishing best practices and governance and by providing high quality analytics to support business decision-making.
Primary responsibilities
Initial Focus: Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations
In this dynamic role, you'll initially act as the Procurement Business Process Owner for our recent implementation of Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations. This hands-on phase will be crucial for you to:
• Champion the System: Lead the successful configuration and optimization of procurement workflows within Dynamics 365 F&O, ensuring data integrity, user adoption, and efficient workflows.
• Drive User Adoption: Develop and implement training programs for procurement personnel on the new system, fostering system adoption across the organization.
• Gain Deep Knowledge: Immerse yourself in the company's procurement function, gaining a comprehensive understanding of our current processes and practices, including those related to M&A activity.
Long-Term Vision: Leading Procurement Initiatives & Building the COE
As you seamlessly transition to the COE, you'll leverage your deep understanding of the procurement function and Dynamics 365 F&O to:
• Establish Best Practices & Governance: Remain up to date on industry best practices and emerging technologies. Work closely with Commodity Managers to identify best practices for sourcing, negotiation, contract management, supplier relationship management, purchasing practices, and governance for Procurement. Lead their documentation, automation, and implementation across systems, technologies, and published policy. Design and implement a robust procurement governance framework.
• Analytics: Develop and leverage data analytics to measure performance, identify cost reduction opportunities, and drive continuous improvement.
• Support the Optimization of Supply Chain Efficiency: Collaborate with Operations, Sales, and Marketing to monitor production levels and ensure proper supply to locations. Develop planning tools to manage master production schedules, liaise with suppliers, and ensure raw material availability to meet production demands.
• Ensure Supplier Compliance: Conduct and document our supply base compliance to all relevant regulations and certifications required by our standards, including EHS, legal, quality, and ethical policies.
Professional Skills/Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in procurement leadership with a strong track record of success.
• Proven experience in implementing and optimizing procurement processes within an ERP system (Dynamics 365 F&O a plus).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to develop and implement long-term plans.
• Prior experience leading and motivating a team is preferred.
• Excellent planning and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
Personality Traits:
o Proficient in English
o Organizational skills
o Self-motivated
o Attentive to details, well organized and able to multi-task
o Analytical, critical thinking skills
o Strong work ethic
o Results Oriented
o Interpersonal skills to build constructive relationships within the organization
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For additional information on this opportunity, or other positions of interest, contact Scott DeWitte with gpac Recruiting in Sioux Falls.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
Full Time
$98k-126k (estimate)
04/27/2024
05/16/2024
gogpac.com
SIOUX FALLS, SD
50 - 100
1990
ALYSSA HERMAN
$10M - $50M
Business Services
Growing people and companies since 1990 with a blend of art and science. Our business and expertise are the recruitment and development of top talent. Building the right people, for the right companies, right now! We have the expertise, track record, and confidence to work on nearly any project, any time, anywhere. Our team, with collective experience of over 250 years, is passionate about what we do and 100% dedicated to being the best. We are committed to providing an unequaled standard of excellence to the clients and candidates we serve. We are extremely competitive, client focused, and re...alize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time. We understand that candidates must be proven players that fit the philosophy, goals, and culture of your organization. Throughout our over 28 years of service nationally, we have built strong relationships with thousands of people by listening, understanding, and delivering. This has allowed us to become recognized as a leader within the staffing world!
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