Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.
Sourcing Manager, Production Supplies
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc., Frisco, Texas, United States, 75034
The Manager, Sourcing is responsible for leading and executing the strategic sourcing activities for all Production Supplies related categories (estimated at $25-$30M in annual spend). This position will work closely with key business stakeholders to develop effective cost reduction strategies and implementation plans with a focus on reducing total cost of ownership (TCO) while optimizing supplier performance.
This role resides in either our Frisco, TX or Burlington, MA office and reports to the Sr. Director of Indirect Procurement.
Responsibilities
Category Management
Create an environment of strategic collaboration with suppliers
Translate business requirements into detailed specifications to support the category sourcing process
Develop and update financial savings models with support from Finance
Help prepare the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) for the categories under his/her responsibility
Conduct industry deep dive analysis to provide proactive category insights
Develop and execute category strategies in conjunction with key business partners to address and meet business needs following the KDP Strategic Category Management framework.
Define best-in-class sourcing procurement processes utilizing Ariba (e.g. Traditional RFQ/RFP/RFI, on-line Auction, collaborative sourcing, multi-event negotiations, etc.)
Develop and foster long-term relationships with suppliers
Work with suppliers and internal stake holders to develop and implement a robust TCO program to deliver AOP targets
Help resolve and identify solutions to fix systematic issues (e.g. invoice issues, pricing conditions, etc.).
Compliance
Be accountable for compliance on Corporate Environmental Sustainability and Regulatory efforts representing sourcing area:
Risk Management: Ensure supplier risk is proactively understood and continuity business plans in place for any potential unpreventable interruption in supply
Food & Drug Administration: Ensure suppliers comply with all required federal national, regional, and local food safety regulations
Influence stakeholders on policies and practices for procurement, as well as the legal and financial requirements and policies in making a purchase
Execute legal contracting & contract administration in Ariba as required by policy
Analytics and communication
Be an expert with analytical tools (e.g. Excel) to draw conclusions and make recommendations from large data sets
Be extremely proficient at oral / written communication to effectively explain complex ideas and approaches to a wide audience
Be an expert in MS Word, MS Project and MS PowerPoint
Stakeholder Management & Influencing
Be able to build strong customer relationships
Be able to interact with all levels of the organization, ranging from senior executives through middle management
Be a strong team player with other critical cross functional groups
Have a collaborative management style with the ability to build partnerships both internally and externally
Have passion to drive continuous improvement
Be able to lead small cross functional teams to drive for shared goals
Successful Candidates will excel in:
Pursuing tasks with energy and drive to meet deadlines despite obstacles and setbacks
Stepping up to conflicts, seeing them as opportunities
Championing the best creative ideas and actively moving them into implementation
Total Rewards:
Benefits:
Our people are the heart of our business, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related area from an accredited university.
5+ years of Strategic Procurement experience with experience in supporting complex Manufacturing/Supply Chain organizations
5+ years of SAP/Ariba or similar ERP experience
Company Overview:
Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partners brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it!
Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us?
We strive to be an employer of choice (https://careers.keurigdrpepper.com/) , providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~28,000 employees to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.
Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
This role resides in either our Frisco, TX or Burlington, MA office and reports to the Sr. Director of Indirect Procurement.
Responsibilities
Category Management
Create an environment of strategic collaboration with suppliers
Translate business requirements into detailed specifications to support the category sourcing process
Develop and update financial savings models with support from Finance
Help prepare the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) for the categories under his/her responsibility
Conduct industry deep dive analysis to provide proactive category insights
Develop and execute category strategies in conjunction with key business partners to address and meet business needs following the KDP Strategic Category Management framework.
Define best-in-class sourcing procurement processes utilizing Ariba (e.g. Traditional RFQ/RFP/RFI, on-line Auction, collaborative sourcing, multi-event negotiations, etc.)
Develop and foster long-term relationships with suppliers
Work with suppliers and internal stake holders to develop and implement a robust TCO program to deliver AOP targets
Help resolve and identify solutions to fix systematic issues (e.g. invoice issues, pricing conditions, etc.).
Compliance
Be accountable for compliance on Corporate Environmental Sustainability and Regulatory efforts representing sourcing area:
Risk Management: Ensure supplier risk is proactively understood and continuity business plans in place for any potential unpreventable interruption in supply
Food & Drug Administration: Ensure suppliers comply with all required federal national, regional, and local food safety regulations
Influence stakeholders on policies and practices for procurement, as well as the legal and financial requirements and policies in making a purchase
Execute legal contracting & contract administration in Ariba as required by policy
Analytics and communication
Be an expert with analytical tools (e.g. Excel) to draw conclusions and make recommendations from large data sets
Be extremely proficient at oral / written communication to effectively explain complex ideas and approaches to a wide audience
Be an expert in MS Word, MS Project and MS PowerPoint
Stakeholder Management & Influencing
Be able to build strong customer relationships
Be able to interact with all levels of the organization, ranging from senior executives through middle management
Be a strong team player with other critical cross functional groups
Have a collaborative management style with the ability to build partnerships both internally and externally
Have passion to drive continuous improvement
Be able to lead small cross functional teams to drive for shared goals
Successful Candidates will excel in:
Pursuing tasks with energy and drive to meet deadlines despite obstacles and setbacks
Stepping up to conflicts, seeing them as opportunities
Championing the best creative ideas and actively moving them into implementation
Total Rewards:
Benefits:
Our people are the heart of our business, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related area from an accredited university.
5+ years of Strategic Procurement experience with experience in supporting complex Manufacturing/Supply Chain organizations
5+ years of SAP/Ariba or similar ERP experience
Company Overview:
Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partners brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it!
Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us?
We strive to be an employer of choice (https://careers.keurigdrpepper.com/) , providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~28,000 employees to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.
Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
102913
Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.