Manager, Supply Chain and Procurement

•    Develop and execute category management and procurement strategies aligned with business objectives and operational requirements.
•    Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for indirect spend categories, including facilities, fleet services, Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) supplies, professional services, utilities, safety products, technology, and operational support services.
•    Develop sourcing strategies for production consumables to ensure supply continuity, quality, and cost competitiveness.
•    Conduct market intelligence, supplier assessments, spend analysis, RFQ/RFP processes, and total cost of ownership evaluations.
•    Negotiate national, regional, and site-specific agreements that maximize commercial value while supporting local operational needs.
•    Identify opportunities to consolidate spend, standardize suppliers, and leverage purchasing power across the organization.
•    Lead sourcing initiatives for corporate merchandise, branded apparel, promotional products, employee recognition items, onboarding materials, trade show assets, and other corporate branding requirements.

 

•    Build and maintain strategic supplier partnerships that support operational excellence and long-term business objectives.
•    Lead complex contract negotiations and collaborate with Legal to ensure appropriate commercial protections and risk mitigation.
•    Establish supplier performance management programs, including scorecards, quarterly business reviews, KPI monitoring, and corrective action plans.
•    Ensure suppliers comply with contractual commitments, company standards, and regulatory requirements.
•    Evaluate supplier capabilities, financial stability, and risk exposure to support business continuity planning.

 

•    Develop and implement initiatives that deliver sustainable cost savings, cost avoidance, and value creation opportunities.
•    Analyze spend patterns, market conditions, and supplier performance to identify improvement opportunities.
•    Establish performance metrics and reporting dashboards to measure procurement effectiveness and business impact.
•    Support budget planning and forecasting activities through data-driven sourcing recommendations.

 

•    Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Production teams to ensure uninterrupted access to critical materials and services.
•    Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through contingency planning, supplier diversification, and inventory optimization strategies.
•    Monitor market trends, supply disruptions, and economic factors that may impact business operations.
•    Support capital projects and operational initiatives through effective procurement planning and supplier engagement.

 

•    Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders on procurement and supply chain matters.
•    Collaborate across functions to align sourcing strategies with operational and financial goals.
•    Lead procurement process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, governance, and compliance.
•    Promote best practices in procurement, supplier management, and contract administration across the organization.
•    Act as the primary liaison with Colas procurement networks, leveraging enterprise-wide opportunities and best practices.

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