Consolidated Precision Products Corp.

Director, Indirect Materials and Services Sourcing (Salinas, CA - Sanborn Place)

Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of Procurement experience with 5 years in leadership roles
  • Proven track record in Indirect Procurement and cost reduction
  • Experience in developing operational models for Indirect materials and services
  • Demonstrated ability in category management and strategic sourcing
  • Technically proficient with ERP systems, JD Edwards/AS400 preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Supply Chain required
  • MBA in Procurement or Supply Chain preferred

Responsibilities

  • Assess and recommend changes to the Indirect Procurement operating model
  • Evaluate team capabilities and suggest development improvements
  • Develop an enterprise-wide Indirect materials and services spend baseline
  • Create a sourcing approach to guide organization design and resource deployment
  • Introduce category management and operational excellence concepts
  • Develop technology-enabled solutions for procurement efficiency
  • Implement supplier relationship and performance management programs

Benefits

  • Work in a leadership role influencing substantial organizational spend
  • Focus on developing capabilities in a high-impact sourcing function
  • Opportunity to shape and transition a significant procurement model
  • Involvement in strategic decision-making and cross-functional collaboration
  • Contribute to the professional development of a sourcing team
Full Job Description
Title: Director, Indirect Materials and Services Sourcing
Salary Range: $158,000-$174,000 Annually
Status: Exempt
Days/Shifts: M-F
Location: Salinas, CA
Reports to: Sr. Director Procurement

GENERAL DISCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE:
As a Director in the Procurement function, the role is a leadership role with broad sourcing, people development, and relationship-building responsibilities. In the first 24 months in the role, the focus will be on three things: 1. Developing the appropriate operating model for the future and transitioning the existing organization; 2. Developing the appropriate capabilities in terms of talent/skills/tools/governance; and 3. Controlling/influencing all the $140M ogC Indirect spend (except for benefits and legal). Once in place and in addition to these three areas of focus, the Director will lead all strategic and operational aspects of Indirect materials and services sourcing, lead/manage a capable sourcing, operational, and analytical team, and lead the internal and external relationships required for Company success.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS / DUTIES OF THE POSITION:
 Assess the Indirect Procurement operating model and organization and recommend changes in structure, tools, systems, and enablement based on practical knowledge and experience
 Assess the capabilities of the Indirect Procurement team and recommend development needs and changes that enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the function
 Develop an ogC enterprise-wide Indirect materials and services spend baseline (spend cube), conduct an initial segmentation of spend at the appropriate taxonomy levels
 Create an overarching approach to the sourcing of Indirect materials and services that will help guide organization design and resource deployment
 Introduce category management concepts, strategic sourcing, and operational excellence to the sourcing of Indirect materials and services
 Develop technology enabled solutions/business cases for enterprise-wide requisitioning, replenishment, and procure-to-pay efficiency
 Develop and recommend an Indirect spend governance model that governs key elements like spend under management and limits of sourcing and contract authorities
 Implement the Procurement supplier relationship management and the supplier performance management programs in the Indirect function
 Build an internal business collaboration matrix and RACI for stage-gate decision making, clarity on roles and responsibilities, and support for the strategies and tactics that will be deployed by the function
 Imbed the Procurement capability assessment and development tool in the approach to managing and developing the Indirect Procurement team
 Create an approach for the budgeting and tracking of annual Indirect materials and services cost savings
 Other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:
 10+ years of Procurement experience with a minimum of 5 years in leadership roles. Preferred leadership experience in Indirect Procurement with a proven track record of accretive 3rd party cost reduction/value
 Preferred experience in developing Indirect materials and services operating models, creating organizations, and adapting appropriate sourcing, analytical, and measurement tools
 Leadership and practical experience in category management, strategic sourcing, and operational procurement excellence
 Breadth of sourcing experience in the Indirect materials and services space
 Technically savvy with experience with ERP's. JD Edwards/AS400 system knowledge a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear.
 The employee must occasionally lift (including overhead) up to 15 lbs

WORK HOUR & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
 Ability to work onsite beyond normal business hours, weekends and some company holidays as needed.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
 4-year accredited Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance or Supply Chain required.
 MBA in business with a concentration in Procurement or Supply Chain would be preferred, but not required.

Department: BUD LUW-Procurement 1811340049 This is a management position This is a full-time position Sub Company ID/Req #: BUD 1013

About Consolidated Precision Products Corp.

Consolidated Precision Products Corp. is a manufacturer of complex metal components and products for the aerospace and defense industries. The company was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Carrollton, Texas. Consolidated Precision Products Corp. operates a network of manufacturing facilities across the United States, as well as in Mexico and Europe. The company's products include castings, forgings, and machined components, as well as assemblies and sub-assemblies. Consolidated Precision Products Corp. is committed to providing high-quality products and services to its customers.
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