Ecolab
Procurement Manager - Asset Management
Ecolab, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55130
Procurement Manager - Asset Management
This take-charge leader will lead indirect procurement activities for assigned subcategories, including Asset Management (Heavy Fleet, Light Fleet, Material Handling Equipment, and Re-Usable Stainless Tanks) and typically reports to the Senior Manager of Asset Management Procurement. The strong performer will be recognized as procurement strategy expert and will collaborate with teams developing commercial solutions to accelerate our growth.
The strong performer can expect further career advancement with Ecolab and will have the opportunity to move into other procurement and supply chain leadership roles within the organization. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career with a stable growing company!
What you will do:
Identifies, develops, and implements broader category sourcing strategies and savings projects for Asset Management subcategories to reduce total delivered cost, mitigate headwinds, implement best practices, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.Leads a Total Delivered Cost (TDC) sourcing process including spend analytics, market analyses, team workshops, should cost models, sourcing strategy development and negotiation.Effectively communicates strategies, results, and metrics to leadership teams as required.Develops contract strategies and effectively negotiates key commercial and supply positions for the benefit of Ecolab business requirements and goals.Stays abreast of industry trends for assigned categories. Provides guidance and recommendations to business units to support margin and top line growth.Effectively implements strategic supplier strategies and initiatives. Develops business relationships at multiple levels within supplier accounts to manage performance, quality improvement, productivity, and service level.Leads, coaches, and develops direct reports to ensure strong performance and build high performing teams.Develops, aligns, and drives strategic projects to improve procurement processes, tools, and efficiencies.Manages procurement work streams associated with growth strategies and acquisitions to meet corporate objectives.Implements purchasing infrastructure in conjunction with functions and supply chain to assure availability at required quality & cost levels.Partners with Corporate and Supply Chain Finance teams on lease/buy strategy and P&L forecast impact.Aligned with Fleet Operations Manager and Corporate Sustainability team to meet corporate goals for carbon emission reduction.Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Chemistry, Business, Finance, or related field5+ years of experience in procurement, marketing, RDE, finance, or supply chainAbility to handle a broad range of responsibilities through time management and prioritization.Immigration Sponsorship is not offered for this role.Preferred Qualifications :
Experience with asset/fleet management (light fleet, heavy fleet, MHE, and reusable totes)Experience with structuring and leading complex negotiations with suppliers like: Fleet Management Companies, Light and Heavy Fleet OEM's, Material Handling Equipment SolutionsSolid analytical skills and 5+ years of work experience in a business environmentAdvanced degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Business, Finance, or related fieldAdvanced degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related fieldDemonstrated history of leadership, teamwork, and project management skillsDemonstrated competitive drive and strong orientation for results and achievement.Demonstrated skills in clear communication, professionalism, and presence in interaction with others
Benefits
Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits.
If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.
Covid-19 Vaccine Notice
Due to local mandates and customer requirements, applicants for certain customer-facing positions must be fully vaccinated (which in some situations requires a booster if eligible), unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.
This take-charge leader will lead indirect procurement activities for assigned subcategories, including Asset Management (Heavy Fleet, Light Fleet, Material Handling Equipment, and Re-Usable Stainless Tanks) and typically reports to the Senior Manager of Asset Management Procurement. The strong performer will be recognized as procurement strategy expert and will collaborate with teams developing commercial solutions to accelerate our growth.
The strong performer can expect further career advancement with Ecolab and will have the opportunity to move into other procurement and supply chain leadership roles within the organization. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career with a stable growing company!
What you will do:
Identifies, develops, and implements broader category sourcing strategies and savings projects for Asset Management subcategories to reduce total delivered cost, mitigate headwinds, implement best practices, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.Leads a Total Delivered Cost (TDC) sourcing process including spend analytics, market analyses, team workshops, should cost models, sourcing strategy development and negotiation.Effectively communicates strategies, results, and metrics to leadership teams as required.Develops contract strategies and effectively negotiates key commercial and supply positions for the benefit of Ecolab business requirements and goals.Stays abreast of industry trends for assigned categories. Provides guidance and recommendations to business units to support margin and top line growth.Effectively implements strategic supplier strategies and initiatives. Develops business relationships at multiple levels within supplier accounts to manage performance, quality improvement, productivity, and service level.Leads, coaches, and develops direct reports to ensure strong performance and build high performing teams.Develops, aligns, and drives strategic projects to improve procurement processes, tools, and efficiencies.Manages procurement work streams associated with growth strategies and acquisitions to meet corporate objectives.Implements purchasing infrastructure in conjunction with functions and supply chain to assure availability at required quality & cost levels.Partners with Corporate and Supply Chain Finance teams on lease/buy strategy and P&L forecast impact.Aligned with Fleet Operations Manager and Corporate Sustainability team to meet corporate goals for carbon emission reduction.Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Chemistry, Business, Finance, or related field5+ years of experience in procurement, marketing, RDE, finance, or supply chainAbility to handle a broad range of responsibilities through time management and prioritization.Immigration Sponsorship is not offered for this role.Preferred Qualifications :
Experience with asset/fleet management (light fleet, heavy fleet, MHE, and reusable totes)Experience with structuring and leading complex negotiations with suppliers like: Fleet Management Companies, Light and Heavy Fleet OEM's, Material Handling Equipment SolutionsSolid analytical skills and 5+ years of work experience in a business environmentAdvanced degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Business, Finance, or related fieldAdvanced degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related fieldDemonstrated history of leadership, teamwork, and project management skillsDemonstrated competitive drive and strong orientation for results and achievement.Demonstrated skills in clear communication, professionalism, and presence in interaction with others
Benefits
Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits.
If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.
Covid-19 Vaccine Notice
Due to local mandates and customer requirements, applicants for certain customer-facing positions must be fully vaccinated (which in some situations requires a booster if eligible), unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.