Procurement Manager, Professional Services

Procurement Manager, Professional Services

Burlington, MA Job ID 151697 Job Category Procurement Job Level Manager Position Type Full-Time

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Job Overview:

Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) relies on a broad base of professional and business services providers to run the enterprise, from consulting and finance advisory to travel and events, HR and employee services, call centers, and utilities. These categories touch nearly every function, carry high stakeholder visibility, and are frequently bought outside a structured sourcing process, making them a significant source of productivity, compliance, and risk-mitigation opportunity.

The Manager, Procurement: Professional Services manages sourcing and category strategy for the services portfolio and is accountable for delivering productivity and value capture while improving supplier performance and service quality. The Manager develops fit-for-purpose category strategies, runs supplier selection and negotiations, partners with Legal on optimal contract terms, and applies the processes and policies that sustain value capture. The role partners closely with budget holders across Finance, HR, Legal, Corporate Functions, and Operations to translate business needs into sourcing strategies that lower total cost of ownership.

Reporting to North America Procurement leadership, this position is based in the Burlington, MA; Montreal, Canada; or Emeryville, CA office on a hybrid schedule. Travel of up to 25%, primarily within the US, is required for supplier reviews and negotiations.

Category Scope: Consulting & Finance Services; Travel & Events; HR & Employee Services; and Call Centers & Utilities.

Essential Responsibilities

• Enable KDP's growth by supporting the business on initiatives via fit-for-purpose long-term category and sourcing strategies in each category.
• Contribute to fit-for-purpose category processes and ways of working to ensure delivery of results with appropriate overheads for high ROI.
• Working within the Supply Management program, champion the sourcing process, develop strategies with defined plans for cost savings, risk assessment and mitigation, and build supplier strategy that effectively communicate both short and long-term tactics.
• Lead the development and execution of negotiation strategies with suppliers, including specific targets for pricing, service, and quality.
• Manage supplier selection process and ensure supplier selections are based on sound selection criteria.
• Continually identify and implement new opportunities for value capture.
• Work with Legal to establish and execute optimal contract terms and conditions with suppliers, including tooling/capital equipment purchases as necessary.
• Provide rigorous analysis of spend data and market trends and dynamics to prioritize and launch sourcing initiatives within designated spend categories.
• Drive change by proactively engaging stakeholders across the enterprise, gaining deep understanding of their functional strategies.
• Maintain full compliance with financial controls and SOX reporting requirements.
• Report on progress and value creation results to business stakeholders (budget holders), Finance and Procurement leadership team.

Key Performance Indicators

• Delivery of annual productivity, cost avoidance, and value capture against AOP.
• Savings pipeline health, forecast accuracy, and realization of approved sourcing initiatives.
• Supplier performance against agreed pricing, service, and quality targets.
• Contract coverage and compliance with financial controls and SOX requirements.
• Stakeholder satisfaction and business partner effectiveness.

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Total Rewards:

• Salary Range: $96,800-140,000
• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors
• Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in related field required, advanced degree preferred.
• 5 plus years of progressive Procurement or strategic sourcing experience with demonstrated record of achievement. Professional certification preferred.
• Competence in Microsoft Office skills, especially Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Expected to travel up to 25%, primarily within the US.
• Ability to follow our client companies'' policies and procedures as well as our Operating principles.

Company Overview:

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper, Canada Dry, Mott's, A&W, Peñafiel, GHOST, 7UP, Snapple, Clamato and Core Hydration. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet's, L'OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that's proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

A.I. Disclosure:

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