Responsibilities
* Management of Procurement for their categories globally- Logistic.
* Leads the negotiations of procured materials and services to assure optimal TCO (Cost, Quality, Delivery, Innovation) achieved. Develops and implements strategies to assure lowest overall cost while mitigating risk to the Corporation.
* Promotes high level of customer satisfaction in supporting the needs of Divisional projects & requirements for Purchasing guidance & leadership.
* Participates in the planning and forecasting process to establish standard costs and provide explanations for price variances at Division level.
* Participates and may lead change management efforts while creating true alignment & integration internally and externally. Acts as internal consultant.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or equivalent Master's degree preferred).
* Proven success in procurement, supply chain management, and logistics operations.
* Track record in delivering significant cost savings and leading cross-functional teams.
* Strong knowledge of relevant industries, material flow, and handling processes.
* McCormick product and business knowledge is an advantage.
* CPM or APICS certification preferred.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills with senior stakeholders and suppliers.
* Ability to manage diverse and sometimes conflicting priorities effectively.
* Professional-level project management skills.
* French - good to have.
Company Overview
Company manufactures, markets, and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavourful products to the entire food industry, retail outlets, food manufactures, food service businesses and consumers. While our global headquarters are in the Baltimore, Maryland, USA area, McCormick operates and serves customers from nearly 60 locations in 25 countries and 170 markets in Asia-Pacific, China, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and the Americas, including North, South and Central America with recognized brands including Schwartz. At McCormick, we have over a 100-year legacy based on our "Power of People" principle. This principle fosters an unusually dedicated workforce requiring a culture of respect, recognition, inclusion and collaboration based on the highest ethical values.
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