Manager, Procurement - Outdoor & Recreation

Job ID: 17942

Position: Manager, Procurement

Location: Atlanta, GA

Reports to: Director, Sourcing

Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco, Coleman, Oster, Rubbermaid, Sharpie and Yankee Candle - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact-supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.

Sourcing Manager, Procurement

Summary

Responsible for category management to develop and execute global sourcing strategies. This position will be an active driver and contributor of productivity, working capital improvement, and general business initiatives supporting sourced finished goods across multiple brands within the Beverage/Drinkware category of Newell's Outdoor & Recreation business. This position will be a key stakeholder representing all aspects of procurement for sourced finished goods to cross-functional team members, including R&D, Quality, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Finance. The position will partner with a regional sourcing execution team to manage activities locally with suppliers.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute procurement strategies for sourced finished good categories that encompass the following:

• Productivity: Develop and implement a pipeline of opportunities to ensure delivery of annual gross productivity targets.
• Negotiations and market events: Lead and execute direct negotiations and market events to validate best total cost levels and support the procurement strategy.
• Working capital improvements: Implement continuous improvement in supplier payment terms, lead time, and inventory reductions.
• Sustainability: Coordinate activities to support Newell sustainability and responsible procurement compliance initiatives related to sourced finished goods.

Responsible for internal/external activities within designated category, including:

• Sourcing category strategy development/execution
• Contract management and negotiations
• Supplier performance management
• RFX development and deployment
• Regulatory and social compliance
• Project management
• Supplier and commodity spend management and productivity tracking
• Sourcing process improvement initiatives as assigned
• Management of one (1) direct report team member

Interpersonal Expectations

• Works well with minimal supervision in a mutually supportive, collaborative, fast-paced team environment.
• Plans, organizes, and influences the efforts of global suppliers as well as a variety of internal functional groups within the organization.
• Contributes to and influences critical business decisions and direction.
• Performs a broad scope of work assignments to accomplish business team objectives.
• Candidates integrity must be beyond reproach.
• Ability to manage a small team or individual employee.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 4+ years of applicable experience, including extensive knowledge of procurement.
• Experience in procurement of consumer products desired.
• Excellent negotiation and project leadership skills.
• Demonstrated track record of delivering productivity and other measurable results within spend categories.
• Global sourced finished good sourcing experience in consumer products or commodities preferred.
• Understanding of global commodity trends and market influences.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Highly motivated and able to drive results independently and as part of a team.
• Two or more years of SAP software experience preferred.
• Ability to travel internationally.

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer's, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.