Vice President of Procurement Job Opening in the Houston, Texas Area

Posted on September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 by JMJ Phillip

The chosen VP of Procurement will report directly to the CFO and will frequently collaborate with senior leaders. This role will be integral to a trusted team of finance and business experts, tasked with implementing financial and business strategies.

Stepping into this new position means being at the forefront of dynamic growth objectives, driven by both diversification and expansion of our current ventures. This role presents the unique opportunity to establish a new Procurement group at the Corporate level. By leveraging our growth and diversified ventures, the aim is to maximize value. The vast scope of this role covers the procurement of a range of products and services, from office essentials to construction materials. Suitable candidates should have overseen an annual spend of $250+ million and generated substantial savings.

Primary Responsibilities:

Initiate and head a centralized Procurement team, setting up standard practices, tools, policies, and strategies to ensure enterprise-wide procurement management.
Oversee the Procurement function, guaranteeing the efficient procurement of essential goods and services.
Design and enforce strategic sourcing plans that highlight value creation.
Enhance supplier collaboration, capitalize on supplier innovation, and boost product profitability.
Determine cost-saving prospects, assess pricing dynamics, and lead initiatives to streamline procurement expenses without compromising on quality.
Pinpoint potential supply chain risks, devise risk mitigation tactics, and uphold adherence to our financial and ethical standards.
Champion a client-centric mindset within the team, introducing innovations and emphasizing value-addition, revenue generation, and cost savings.
Cultivate robust relationships with pivotal internal and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless procurement processes and beneficial supplier partnerships.
Refine the procurement process end-to-end, from the initial sourcing stage to delivery.
Keep updated on market shifts, emerging technologies, and industry advancements to guide procurement strategies and maintain a competitive edge.

Essential Qualifications:

Distinct business acumen with a confident, warm, and humble demeanor.
A natural relationship builder across all tiers. Displays effortless collaboration, addresses conflicts when necessary, and is adept at forging lasting positive business ties.
Demonstrated experience heading a centralized Procurement unit.
Mastery over contract formulation and review, invoicing, and negotiation terms.
Sharp analytical prowess with expertise in KPI creation, monitoring, and unitized costing.
Familiarity with supply chain management tools, e.g., Coupa.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Influential leadership skills that prioritize outcomes over hierarchical stature.
A knack for attracting top-tier talent and fostering an environment that prioritizes performance, teamwork, and accountability.
Exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving capabilities, and a focus on results.
Must be located in Houston or willing to relocate.

For the right individual, this role presents an unparalleled opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a profound impact. If you meet the aforementioned qualifications and are up for a challenging yet rewarding journey, we would love to hear from you.

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Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) Job Opening in Cleveland, Ohio

Posted on September 9, 2023September 9, 2023 by JMJ Phillip

A leading manufacturing organization is seeking a CPO for their Cleveland, Ohio area facility.

Cleveland CPO Job Opening

Develop all procurement, purchasing, and sourcing standards for this organization to ensure best in class manufacturing.
Identify and act on cost-saving and cost-reduction opportunities to increase profitability.
Create and implement procurement best practices to be utilized within the entire organization.
Deliver business results including productivity, supplier performance and overall procurement efficiency within the organization.
Work cross-functionally with other members of the organization to reach companywide goals.

CPO (Cleveland Area) Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain in required as well as an MBA.
At least 15 years of international procurement experience is needed.
CPSM or equivalent certification is highly recommended.
Applicants must have experience with ERP systems, especially SAP or Ariba.
Excellent leadership capabilities and clear and concise communication are required for this job.

Job postings expire in 30 days but feel free to upload your resume at any time as many of our job openings are not public.

Senior Procurement Administrator Job Opening Chicago Illinois

Posted on September 9, 2023September 9, 2023 by JMJ Phillip

Senior Procurement Administrator Summary

There is now a Senior Procurement Administrator job opening in the Chicago area. A unique physics laboratory that conducts multiple physics experiments is now in the process of seeking a knowledgeable individual to fill the Senior Procurement Administrator job opening in the Chicago area. This job offers a unique opportunity for the individual to apply their financial background to this new and exciting setting. Ideal candidates have a knack for solving problems and thinking analytically. JMJ Phillip’s supply chain recruiters are seeking an individual who is both passionate and knowledgeable in order to fill the Senior Procurement Administrator job opening in the Chicago area.

Chicago Senior Procurement Administrator Overview:

The Chicago Senior Procurement Administrator will in charge of procuring specialized materials in order to supply the laboratory with whatever it needs. This person will be able to implement their knowledge as a subject matter expert in procurement to collaborate with other departments and ensure that needs are always met. This job requires the Chicago Senior Procurement Administrator to know and understand several different laws and regulations associated with working in a laboratory setting. The Senior Procurement Administrator will also play a role in selecting the proper subcontractors for carrying out jobs. The Senior Procurement Administrator will also be required to complete any additional duties that may be assigned. This job requires minimal travel outside of the Chicago area.

Chicago Senior Procurement Administrator Job Opening:

The Chicago Senior Procurement Administrator will be responsible for the procurement of specialized materials.
This job requires the Senior Procurement Administrator to interact with other departments in order to ensure no issues arise.
The Senior Procurement Administrator will use their knowledge of government rules and regulations to carry out their job.

Senior Procurement Administrator (Chicago area) Job Requirements:

This job requires a Bachelor’s degree.
The Senior Procurement Administrator must have five or more years of procurement experience.
A familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation is preferred for this job.
The Chicago Senior Procurement Administrator must have experience in procuring high-value materials.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are essential for this job.

Job postings expire in 30 days but feel free to upload your resume at any time as many of our job openings are not public.

Procurement Director Job Opening Omaha Nebraska

Posted on September 9, 2023September 9, 2023 by JMJ Phillip

Procurement Director Summary

There is a Procurement Director job Opening in the Omaha Nebraska area. A growing construction machinery manufacturer is in search of a pro-active and experienced individual to fill the Procurement Director job opening in the greater Omaha Nebraska area. JMJ Phillip’s manufacturing recruiters are seeking a motivated professional with extensive purchasing experience for a job opening in the greater Omaha, Nebraska area. This is a great opportunity for an individual with strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to influence and motivate team members. An ideal candidate for this position will have previous experience in manufacturing, hydraulics, or steel procurement. An MBA is strongly preferred for the Procurement Director role.

Omaha Procurement Director Overview:

The Procurement Director, based in the greater Omaha area, will be responsible for identifying and negotiating supply contracts to leverage spending across a range of suppliers. A major focus of this job is managing inventory and establishing controls to ensure EEC is operating at a high level of performance based upon key metrics. The Omaha-based Director of Procurement will guide and train all staff regarding financial controls an KPIs. This job will require partner and work with cross functional teams to lead the supplier selection process under strict engineering and commercial best practices. The Procurement Director will manage the company’s vendor base with a focus on improving supplier performance and reducing costs.

Omaha Procurement Director Job Opening

The Procurement Manager will be responsible for sourcing for hydraulics, electrical components, raw materials, plain steel and automobiles.
This job will identify and negotiate supply contracts and leverage spending across a range of suppliers.
The Omaha-based Procurement Director will maintain compliance with all regulatory requirement and ethical standards related to procurement.
This Job requires strong negotiation skills as this role will lead all supplier selection processes under strict engineering and commercial best practices.
This role will have four direct reports and will report directly to the company’s president.

Procurement Director (Omaha Area) Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is required for this job.
Strong preference is given to candidates with an MBA for the Procurement Director role.
An ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing, hydraulics or steel procurement.
An ideal candidate for this role will have a minimum of five years of strategic sourcing.
A minimum of three years of management experience is required to fill the Procurement Director role.

Job postings expire in 30 days but feel free to upload your resume at any time as many of our job openings are not public.

IT Sourcing & Procurement Manager Job Opening Los Angeles California

Posted on September 9, 2023September 9, 2023 by JMJ Phillip

IT Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Manager Summary

IT Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Manager job opening in Los Angeles. An insurance company is currently seeking candidates for an IT Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Manager job. Our supply chain recruiters are seeking technical, results-focused sourcing professionals for this IT Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Manager job opening in the Los Angeles area. This job offers a competitive compensation package with great benefits.

Los Angeles IT Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Manager Overview:

The Los Angeles IT Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Manager partner with IT management personnel to ensure that the department receives all necessary products, equipment, and services to perform their duties. The IT Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Manager will create processes and procedures for IT Sourcing personnel.

Los Angeles IT Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Manager Job Opening

The Los Angeles IT Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Manager will interface regularly with managers in the IT department to understand needed supplies or products.
Communicate regularly with personnel who work with third party service providers to understand the satisfaction with the service provided.
Create a process and procedure to analyze the benefits and risks of potential vendors or service providers.
The Los Angeles IT Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Manager will create metrics on purchasing data, and utilize it to make decisions on process changes.
Develop the supply base by building and fostering strong business relationships with suppliers and service providers.
Communicate regularly with contacts at service providers to field concerns or to express satisfaction in provided services.
The Los Angeles IT Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Manager will provide feedback to service providers based on information received from Information Technology management staff.

IT Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Manager (Los Angeles Area) Job Requirements:

A four year degree in supply chain, business, or a related area.
Three to five years of experience in IT procurement.
An expert level of understanding with Ariba.
Previous experience leading purchasing change management initiatives.
Proven ability to oversee and improve processes and personnel across distance and business units.
Great communication skills, both written and verbal.
Demonstrated ability to negotiate strong, cost efficient contracts.
Exceptional level of motivation, able to anticipate and perform tasks with little direction.
Able to manage multiple tasks and objectives simultaneously.

Job postings expire in 30 days but feel free to upload your resume at any time as many of our job openings are not public.

Procurement Specialist in the Greater Bloomington Indiana Area

Posted on September 9, 2023September 9, 2023 by JMJ Phillip

A leading exporting company in the automotive industry is seeking a procurement specialist in the greater Bloomington, IN area.

Bloomington Procurement Specialist Jon Opening

Maintain a relationship with suppliers to find the best products.
Ensure all regulations and safety standards are met throughout the purchasing process.
Monitor the purchasing process from beginning to end to ensure a successful arrival of the product.
Utilizing software to manage data in regards to customer information, product, and purchasing information, etc.
Expanding industry knowledge to understand potential options for business moving forward.

Procurement Specialist (Bloomington area) Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in purchasing or a related field.
At least three years of procurement experience.
Three years of experience in the automotive industry.
Strong communication skills.
Strong Microsoft office and CRM skills.

Job postings expire in 30 days but feel free to upload your resume at any time as many of our job openings are not public.

Sourcing Manager Job Opening Omaha Nebraska

Posted on September 9, 2023September 9, 2023 by JMJ Phillip

Sourcing Manager Summary

A job opening is now open to applicants for a Sourcing Manager role in the greater Omaha, Nebraska area. An industry leader in the food production industry is looking to fill a Sourcing Manager job opening in the Omaha, Nebraska area. JMJ Phillips’ top supply chain recruiters are seeking to find quality procurement leaders in the food and beverage industry in order to fill this great job opening. A wonderful opportunity in the greater Omaha, Nebraska area has opened up for procurement professionals looking to take the next step in their career progression ladder.

Omaha Sourcing Manager Overview:

The greater Omaha, Nebraska area Sourcing Manager will be responsible for leading the sourcing and contract negotiation process for capital projects. He or she will be responsible for drafting Requests for Information and Requests for Proposal. The Sourcing Manager will track Key Performance Indicators to analyze relationships with vendors. In addition, the Sourcing Manager must be a highly-motivited, team player in Omaha, Nebraska.

Omaha Sourcing Manager Job Opening

The Sourcing Manager will be responsible developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers.
He or she will be responsible for resolving issues between suppliers and internal customers in order to ensure project goals are met in a timely matter.
The Sourcing Manager will be responsible for hiring, firing, training, and managing a team of procurement specialists.

Sourcing Manager (Omaha Area) Job Requirements:

A four-year degree from an accredited institute in the field of supply chain, or a similar field, is required for this role.
At least seven years of experience working as a Sourcing Manager is necessary.
At least two years working in the food and beverage production industry is highly preferred for this position.
A strong working knowledge in Microsoft Office and ERP systems is required.

Job postings expire in 30 days but feel free to upload your resume at any time as many of our job openings are not public.

Commodity Manager Job Opening in the Greater Atlanta Georgia Area

Posted on September 9, 2023September 9, 2023 by JMJ Phillip

A growing vehicle manufacturer is seeking a Commodity Manager in the greater Atlanta, Georgia area.

Atlanta Area Commodity Manager Job Opening

Support strategic sourcing efforts related to commodity assignments.
Develop a global strategy for specific commodity for all business segments.
Act as the face of the company to suppliers as it pertains to commercial agreements, performance, development and cost optimization.
Conduct strategic meetings and business reviews with key suppliers.
Work at a high level of autonomy with little supervision.

Commodity Manager (Atlanta Area) Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field is required.
Minimum of 5 years of procurement experience.
Familiarity with a Tier 1 automotive environment is preferred.
Strong organizational and technical communication skills are required.
International travel may be expected (40%-50%).

Job postings expire in 30 days but feel free to upload your resume at any time as many of our job openings are not public.

Procurement Operations Manager Job Opening Los Angeles California

Posted on September 9, 2023September 9, 2023 by JMJ Phillip

Procurement Operations Manager Summary

Procurement Operations Manager job opening in Los Angeles. A major insurance provider is currently seeking applicants for a Procurement Operations Manager job in Los Angeles. Our supply chain recruiters are seeking influential, personable purchasing professionals for this Procurement Operations Manager job opening in the Los Angeles area. This job offers competitive compensation as well as benefits.

Los Angeles Procurement Operations Manager Overview:

The Los Angeles Procurement Operations Manager will oversee a wide range of functions for the Procurement Department. In addition to directing and mentoring procurement personnel, the Los Angeles Procurement Operations Manager will create a way to measure quality statistics of purchased supplies. The Los Angeles Procurement Operations Manager will also serve as a subject matter expert for the technological tools utilized by the procurement department.

Los Angeles Procurement Operations Manager Job Opening

The Los Angeles Procurement Operations Manager will develop metrics to analyze quality assurance statistics of procured materials.
Perform analysis of the procurement work flows and identify ways to improve customer experience while minimizing expenses.
Plan, build, and lead change management projects.
The Los Angeles Procurement Operations manager serve as the subject matter expert for all procurement technological tools.
Build and foster strong professional relationships with both internal customers as well as the third party firms which will provide services.
Ensure that all actions performed by direct reports align with internal procurement standards and principles as well as government regulations.
The Los Angeles Procurement Operations Manager will take part in the staffing of the department.
Assist in interviewing, selecting, and onboarding new purchasing personnel.
Provide personnel with consistent feedback to develop the department and its individual components.

Procurement Operations Manager (Los Angeles Area) Job Requirements:

A four year degree in supply chain, business, or a related discipline from an accredited university.
Possession of an MBA or another related master’s degree would be preferable for this job.
At least five to seven years of experience in a procurement position.
At least three to four years of experience in a managerial role.
Exceptional level of familiarity with ERP systems.
Experience with Ariba, SAP, and Icertis would be preferable.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
A demonstrated track record of successful change management leadership.

Job postings expire in 30 days but feel free to upload your resume at any time as many of our job openings are not public.

Denver Supply Chain Jobs

Posted on September 9, 2023September 9, 2023 by JMJ Phillip

Summary of Denver Supply Chain Jobs And Careers

JMJ Phillip is currently conducting several hiring projects for . Our team members understand the economic importance of Denver and therefore have acquired an in-depth knowledge of supply chain jobs in the Denver metro area along with Central Region. We understand how important Denver is to the supply chain industry, such as with the establishment of a new 3000 sq ft industrial park outside the city. Every day our team connects with premium supply chain professionals for every type of position all over the United States

Denver Supply Chain Jobs We Are Always Seeking Top Candidates For:

When it comes to our highest level of retained executive searches, we’re seeking VPs of Supply Chain, VPs of Distribution, Executive Supply Chain Managers, and more in the Denver location or those looking to move there.

Some of our other searches entail seeking more positions at the middle management level, such as Buyers and Planning Managers. Across all of types of searches that we offer, Denver has several supply chain openings in the aviation, broadcasting, energy, food and beverage sector, and aerospace industry, along with our clients seeking supply chain professionals and executives around the globe.

Denver is home to a wide variety industries, affording a wide variety of opportunities for supply chain professionals to take the next step.

Some of our examples of jobs that we recruit for in the Denver area should give you an idea of the kinds of backgrounds our recruiters are looking for.

Supply Chain Jobs Denver

Sourcing Team Leader
Director of Operations
Warehouse Supervisor
Material Planner
Outbound Operations Supervisor
Director of Logistics
Logistics Engineer
Project Supervisor
VP of Supply Chain Operations
Six Sigma Black Belt
Master Scheduler
Inventory Specialist
Supply Chain Associate
General Manager
Supply Chain Manager
ERP Specialist
Lead Buyer
Senior Planner
Purchasing Manager
Reliability Supervisor
Transportation Manager
Associate Logistician

Denver Supply Chain Jobs Ideal Education and Experiences Accepted:

Bachelor’s degree at an accredited university
MBA
Six Sigma certification (green belt, black belt)
Various continuous improvement training and process improvement certifications
MS. in Supply Chain
Sourcing, procurement, and transportation experience
Experience with ERP Systems

This is a posting for current and future openings that we may have for supply chain jobs for our clients in Denver and around North America. Feel free to upload your resume.