Converting Procurement Operations Regional Sourcing Lead

Overview

Position Title :
Converting Procurement Operations Regional Sourcing Lead

Salary : $95,000 - $118,6000

The NAC Procurement Operations Team will be responsible for centrally procuring goods and services in support of plant operations and maintenance for all NAC facilities. The Regional Sourcing Lead role will oversee procurement activities within an assigned region and execute strategic sourcing functions to deliver maximum value to the business. This role will collaborate with plant stakeholders, third party Procurement resources, and business leadership to obtain required goods and services at the best value, ensure adherence to sourcing policies and best practices, and maximize compliance with Global Sourcing Agreements.

• Oversee procurement activities at 20+ converting facilities within an assigned region. Total spend at assigned facilities is $150MM+.

• Functionally manage/direct Third Party Procurement resources for assigned regions

• Collaborate with plant stakeholders and third party Procurement resources to ensure timely processing of submitted requisitions and execution of bid activities, adherence to sourcing policies and procedures, compliance with Global Sourcing Agreements, and maximum value creation through sourcing activities.

• Train and coach third party Procurement employees and Plant Stakeholders on IP policies and proper procurement practices. Act as point of escalation for sourcing questions and issues.

• Ensure utilization of proper procurement systems and requisition channels for optimal work efficiency.

• Perform sourcing functions for high dollar purchase requirements (> $100,000) within the region.

• Deliver value by identification and implementation of regional or local contracts and leverage opportunities to realize significant savings on an annual basis. Execute larger scale sourcing events for the Converting business as assigned.

• Execute all phases of sourcing for defined categories including vendor identification, development of bid packages, negotiations, contracting and implementation planning.

• Recommend new suppliers based on quality, service, and competitive pricing. Ensure new suppliers meet contractor qualification requirements and are set up in the system.

• Collaborate with plant stakeholders, third party Procurement resources, Corporate Sourcing Leads and Source to improve contract utilization through contract training and visibility, increased SAP price broadcast and outline agreement coverage, expanded catalog offerings and supplier performance management.

• Implement, monitor and sustain process improvements as required by Procurement and Regional KPI’s.

• Achieve annual savings, compliance and other objectives as set by Procurement Operations Leadership.

• Develop, foster, and maintain team relationships.

• Must be able to wear any and all required personal protective equipment as required by plant and work environments.

• Position will require travel estimated at 20-40%.

• Microsoft Suite – Excel, Word, Power Point, Access, Outlook, Power BI

• SAP, Business Warehouse

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong analytical skills

• Proven skills in bidding, negotiating, and administering contracts and agreements

• Significant experience in procurement and commercial practices

• Working knowledge and understanding of accounting and internal controls

• Knowledge of maintenance/operations planning processes

• Knowledge of inventory and materials management practices

• Knowledge of contracts, commercial terms, business law

• Knowledge of Global Procurement and Financial Policies and Procedures

• Must be able to work multiple projects simultaneously

• Must be able to travel up to 40%

• Action Oriented

• Customer Focus

• Drive for Results

• Negotiating

• Organizing

• Building Effective Teams

• Conflict Management

• Interpersonal Savvy

• Problem Solving

• Managerial Courage

• Learning on the Fly

• Functional/Technical Skills

• Managing through Systems

• Dealing with Ambiguity

• Motivating Others

• Priority Setting

• A BS/BA degree in Management, Supply Chain, Finance, or Engineering is required, equivalent related experience will be considered.

• Procurement, Storeroom or related experience with 5 – 10 years…