Lead Analyst-CAE TECHM-JOB-24699
Role - Regional Procurement Manager (RPM)
Education: Preferred Graduate in Mechanical / Manufacturing
Experience: 6 to 10 years
Location- Remote, EST zone
The person in this role will be a key driver of sourcing excellence, truly optimizing the procurement sector of our GSM (Global Supply Management) organization. This position leads the procurement activities for internal production transfers across all global regions. In addition, but not limited to, leads support efforts in maintaining seamless supply to factories, sourcing and productivity projects, localization projects, global sourcing events and supplier negotiations.
Responsibilities and Requirements:
Regional Procurement Manager (RPM) support execution of category strategy within Region.
Critical thinker that can analyze the current situation, develop a plan to improve, and execute the plan while be able to communicate the plan to obtain internal adoption.
Identify and onboard new suppliers that are in alignment with the category strategy
Experience working with a global and diverse team in China, India, Mexico, and US on project execution and strategy alignment
Drive world class cost and margin enhancement (TCO Improvement) to deliver 5% YOY productivity
Lead and manage supplier relationships as the local representative for global affiliates
Support the Lead Category Manager (LCM) on project management and executing category and regional strategies
Experience building category cost models/clean sheets, and monitoring raw material, FX, and market trends
Strong influencing and change management experience with the ability to successfully manage complexity and multiple priorities
Minimum 5-10 years of experience in global strategic sourcing or procurement including supplier selection
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, costs, and materials and experience managing mechanical component categories with lean manufacturing or six sigma methodologies
Ability to work independently to deliver results and influence stakeholders internally and externally
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Ability to take accountability for driving team results, overcoming challenges, and working in a highly matrixed environment
High degree of creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness
Personal drive, high energy, strong teaming skills, collaborative style, and commitment to continuous professional growth