Press Ganey
Strategic Procurement Manager
Press Ganey, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Description
We're looking for a Procurement Manager to join us in Chicago, Illinois.
This will be a hybrid position with time spent in both the office and remote and the right candidate needs to be able to commit to 2 days in the Chicago office.
This role is to primarily manage the third party expenditure for PG Forsta in the specific field of Indirect Services, ie IT, Marketing, Consultancy, Facilities, HR, Operations and Business Services. This role will also support the identification and delivery of group wide synergies across PG Forsta. Working in conjunction with other team members this role will require the candidate to manage the strategic procurement process on behalf of the Procurement functions internal customers.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
Accountable
for the development and ownership of Procurement Category Strategy.
Accountable
for delivery of bought in goods and services at the lowest ultimate cost.
Responsible
for managing the Procurement process to meet audit and compliance requirements.
Responsible
for managing the relationship with internal customers to meet / exceed expectations.
Responsible
for the Identification and delivery of synergies and savings benefits across all businesses in PG Forsta.
Responsible
for leading and coordinating of sourcing activities.
Responsible
for supplier relationship management processes.
Accountable
for clear communication of agreed strategy, purchasing updates, contract information.
Responsible
for planning, coordination and prioritization of support for all activities and projects.
Responsible
for ensuring the right contractual conditions are in place to manage PG Forsta risk.
Key Relationships (Internal & External contacts):
Customer:
Key stakeholders, budget managers (Business Unit, Executive and Senior Management), Marketing and Sales Teams, CMO, COO.
VP Procurement.
Internal Suppliers:
i.e. Legal, Audit, Insurance & Tax, Finance, IT.
External Suppliers:
Current and potential providers of goods, services and advice to PG Forsta.
Qualifications:
10 years of International Procurement / Category Leadership Experience within Marketing and Sales Categories.
Demonstrable experience of managing high value high complexity projects and/or Sourcing processes/negotiations: Marketing Tools, Sales Tools, Marketing Events and Hotels and Exhibition.
Strong knowledge in Supplier Negotiation and Legal Contracts.
Understanding of key change drivers and knowledge and experience of harnessing them to maximize delivery.
Strong understanding of Marketing and Sales Procurement Markets in US and Europe.
Strong working knowledge of assisting with the negotiation of large corporate event contract and performance measurement management techniques / supplier relationship management techniques.
Proven track record of Leadership, prioritization and managing under pressure.
Broad experience of building and leading Tenders and Negotiations.
Ability to manage and analyze complex data under pressure.
Understanding of Cultural Differences and ability to cultivate win/win solutions.
Awareness of Change Management Techniques and conversion into effective delivery.
Strong Communication.
Excellent Negotiation and Strategic Sourcing ability.
Strong Contracting Ability (10 years + experience).
Graduate Caliber and CIPS/BME Qualified.
Demonstrable record in Outsourcing methodologies and strong understanding of TUPE issues.
Additional Information:
Press Ganey Associates LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and well committed to a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Notice – Press Ganey will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
The expected salary for this position ranges from $90,000-$120,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained.
Our privacy policy can be found here:
https://www.pressganey.com/legal-privacy/
#LI-Remote
Don’t meet every single requirement?
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Press Ganey we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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We're looking for a Procurement Manager to join us in Chicago, Illinois.
This will be a hybrid position with time spent in both the office and remote and the right candidate needs to be able to commit to 2 days in the Chicago office.
This role is to primarily manage the third party expenditure for PG Forsta in the specific field of Indirect Services, ie IT, Marketing, Consultancy, Facilities, HR, Operations and Business Services. This role will also support the identification and delivery of group wide synergies across PG Forsta. Working in conjunction with other team members this role will require the candidate to manage the strategic procurement process on behalf of the Procurement functions internal customers.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
Accountable
for the development and ownership of Procurement Category Strategy.
Accountable
for delivery of bought in goods and services at the lowest ultimate cost.
Responsible
for managing the Procurement process to meet audit and compliance requirements.
Responsible
for managing the relationship with internal customers to meet / exceed expectations.
Responsible
for the Identification and delivery of synergies and savings benefits across all businesses in PG Forsta.
Responsible
for leading and coordinating of sourcing activities.
Responsible
for supplier relationship management processes.
Accountable
for clear communication of agreed strategy, purchasing updates, contract information.
Responsible
for planning, coordination and prioritization of support for all activities and projects.
Responsible
for ensuring the right contractual conditions are in place to manage PG Forsta risk.
Key Relationships (Internal & External contacts):
Customer:
Key stakeholders, budget managers (Business Unit, Executive and Senior Management), Marketing and Sales Teams, CMO, COO.
VP Procurement.
Internal Suppliers:
i.e. Legal, Audit, Insurance & Tax, Finance, IT.
External Suppliers:
Current and potential providers of goods, services and advice to PG Forsta.
Qualifications:
10 years of International Procurement / Category Leadership Experience within Marketing and Sales Categories.
Demonstrable experience of managing high value high complexity projects and/or Sourcing processes/negotiations: Marketing Tools, Sales Tools, Marketing Events and Hotels and Exhibition.
Strong knowledge in Supplier Negotiation and Legal Contracts.
Understanding of key change drivers and knowledge and experience of harnessing them to maximize delivery.
Strong understanding of Marketing and Sales Procurement Markets in US and Europe.
Strong working knowledge of assisting with the negotiation of large corporate event contract and performance measurement management techniques / supplier relationship management techniques.
Proven track record of Leadership, prioritization and managing under pressure.
Broad experience of building and leading Tenders and Negotiations.
Ability to manage and analyze complex data under pressure.
Understanding of Cultural Differences and ability to cultivate win/win solutions.
Awareness of Change Management Techniques and conversion into effective delivery.
Strong Communication.
Excellent Negotiation and Strategic Sourcing ability.
Strong Contracting Ability (10 years + experience).
Graduate Caliber and CIPS/BME Qualified.
Demonstrable record in Outsourcing methodologies and strong understanding of TUPE issues.
Additional Information:
Press Ganey Associates LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and well committed to a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Notice – Press Ganey will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
The expected salary for this position ranges from $90,000-$120,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained.
Our privacy policy can be found here:
https://www.pressganey.com/legal-privacy/
#LI-Remote
Don’t meet every single requirement?
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Press Ganey we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
#J-18808-Ljbffr