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The Procurement Director is responsible for leading the end‑to‑end strategic sourcing and procurement function across all categories, including ingredients, packaging, indirect spend & non-product related items. The Procurement Director acts as a key business partner to Operations, Quality, R&D, Finance, and Commercial teams and drives continuous improvement and value creation within the supply base.

The Procurement Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of procurement and sourcing for the company. This includes identifying reliable suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring that all purchased materials meet the quality standards while optimizing costs. The Procurement Director plays a key role in maintaining an uninterrupted supply chain and contributing to the profitability of the success of the organization. The Procurement Director is responsible for leading the end‑to‑end strategic sourcing and procurement function across all categories, including ingredients, packaging, indirect spend & non-product related items. This role ensures that all materials and services are procured at the optimal balance of quality, cost, service, and sustainability while mitigating risks across the supply chain. The Procurement Director acts as a key business partner to Operations, Quality, R&D, Finance, and Commercial teams and drives continuous improvement and value creation within the supply base. Supplier Management·         Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with suppliers and vendors.·         Negotiate contracts, terms, and initiate long-term agreements.·         Ensure on-time availability of materials to support production.·         Continually assess supplier performance.Procurement Strategy·         Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company goals.·         Forecast demand for raw materials and supplies.·         Monitor market trends and pricing fluctuations to mitigate risk.·         Collaborate with other departments to optimize the procurement process.Procurement team management·         Oversee buyers’ day to day activities.·         Ensure that materials are being purchased in a timely manner according to plan.·         Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing procurement team.·         Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.·         Promote cross-functional alignment and engagement with key internal stakeholders.Cost management·         Develop and manage procurement plans, tracking budget and actual costs.·         Implement cost savings initiatives such as supplier and SKU consolidation.·         Build strong strategic supplier partnerships to ensure security of supply & long-term competitiveness·         Drive cost optimization, value engineering, and total cost of ownership initiatives.·         Collaborate closely with Sales and R&D to support new product development and qualification of new suppliers.Compliance and Risk Management·         Ensure regulatory compliance of sourced materials.·         Identify and mitigate potential risks withing the Supply Chain.·         Identify and qualify alternative sources of supply. Qualifications and Skills·         Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certifications. Master’s degree a plus.·         10+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience, ideally in the food industry, with a strong understanding of food safety and quality requirements.·         Excellent negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and vendors.·         Leadership experience with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.·         Experience with procurement systems (e.g., SAP) is preferred.·         Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with proficiency in data analysis and procurement software/tools.·         Solid understanding of financial principles and cost management strategies.·         Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and lead procurement teams.·         Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

EMPWR

Procurement Director

Alliance/Partner Management

Analysis Skills

Budget Management

Business Administration

Business Operations

Business Strategy

Coaching

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement

Contract Management

Contract Negotiation

Cost Control

Cross-Functional

Data Analysis

Demand Forecasting/Planning

Detail Oriented

Finance

Food Quality

Food Safety

Food and Beverage Industry

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Maintain Compliance

Management Strategy

Market Tracking

Market Trend Analysis

Multitasking

Negotiation Skills

Organizational Skills

Performance Analysis

Pricing

Problem Solving Skills

Process Improvement

Procurement Management

Procurement Planning

Procurement Software

Procurement Strategy

Product Development

Product Support

Production Support

Profit & Loss

Purchasing/Procurement

Quality Metrics

Research & Development (R&D)

Risk Management

Safety Training

Sales

Sourcing Strategy

Stock Keeping Unit (SKU)

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

Supply Chain

Supply Chain Management

Sustainability

Team Lead/Manager

Team Player

Time Management

Total Cost of Ownership

Value Engineering

Vendor/Supplier Evaluation

Vendor/Supplier Management

Vendor/Supplier Planning

Vendor/Supplier Relations

Vendor/Supplier Selection

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Promote savings and other value-add through proactive negotiations of new agreements and renewals and by Leading benchmarking activity to perform market comparison of supplier rates and cost models. Verint has invested in key technology to support our Global Procurement team, from integrated P2P and contract register software, to the nirvana of a live spend cube for deep dive spend analysis!

At Verint, we believe customer engagement is the core of every global brand. Our mission is to help organizations elevate Customer Experience (CX) and increase workforce productivity by delivering CX Automation. We hire innovators with the passion, creativity, and drive to answer constantly shifting market challenges and deliver impactful results for our customers. Our commitment to attracting and retaining a talented, diverse, and engaged team creates a collaborative environment that openly celebrates all cultures and affords personal and professional growth opportunities. Learn more at www.verint.com . Overview: The Verint Global Procurement Team is looking to build upon the past few years of incredible growth and success by further developing our Global Procurement team. We already provide excellent and growing commercial support to underpin Verint’s strategic objectives, and by joining us now at this exciting time, you will be integral to develop this further. Verint has invested in key technology to support our Global Procurement team, from integrated P2P and contract register software, to the nirvana of a live spend cube for deep dive spend analysis! Reporting to the Director of Procurement within the Global Procurement team, you will be given the flexibility and autonomy to drive agreed strategies, deliver initiatives, and bring the role to life. We are looking for a strong Procurement Specialist, who will be responsible for the sourcing, negotiation, and contract management for SW, SAAS, Cloud & Hosting IT sub-categories. This includes working with different departments to determine and execute purchase approach, purchase requirements, candidate suppliers, and supplier selection. The Procurement Specialist will also be required to ensure compliance of vendor engagements with the company’s Procurement policies and procedures. You will lead negotiations, identify, and deliver real value for the business while collaborating with cross functional teams in accordance with the company’s procurement policies and procedures. With Verint continuing to evolve and with the recent Thoma Bravo acquisition and merger with Calabrio—you will play a key role in supporting integration activity across our global business—rapidly assessing third-party spend, aligning suppliers to Verint standards, and partnering with stakeholders to ensure continuity, compliance, and value realization. We have the relationships, the processes, the procedures, and systems in place, we now need a highly proactive individual to make the role their own and to champion procurement within the business. Principal Duties and Essential Responsibilitie s: + Assists in contractual and commercial negotiations with new and existing SW, SaaS, and Service provider vendors. + Ensure proper purchasing involvement in all major company vendor engagements and execute Vendor management practice with strategic vendors of the organization. + Promote savings and other value-add through proactive negotiations of new agreements and renewals and by Leading benchmarking activity to perform market comparison of supplier rates and cost models. Tasked with executing the procurement strategies for the organization. + Actively participates in the establishment, communication and implementation of business goals and procurement improvements. + Establishes Global cooperation and proper alignment with IT, Finance, Legal, Services and Operations + Ensure all procurement activities are following the Global Procurement policy and procedures. Minimum Requirements: + Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience + A minimum of 3 years of procurement experience in sourcing SW, SaaS & IaaS, including a strong knowledge of software license and SaaS terms. + Highly organized individual with excellent time management skills; highly flexible individual who can handle multiple tasks and activities, intense workload with short timeframes and unplanned requests. + Ability to demonstrate personal attributes such as independent work, confidence, and integrity in addition to being determined and thorough, which is inherent in this position. + Strong ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional, complex environment. + Limited domestic travel to attend business meetings. + Successful completion of a background screening process including, but not limited to, employment verifications, criminal search, OFAC, SS Verification, as well as credit and drug screening, where applicable and in accordance with federal and local regulations. Preferred Requirements: + Experience managing software development and service provider vendors and expenses. + Professional Procurement qualification is desirable. + Familiarity and/or interest in emerging technology focusing on related third-party cloud services and cloud management tools, ability to gain understanding of industry to make educated recommendations about pricing, vendor selection, competition, market compression, optimization, etc. + Prior experience with a leading technology company. #LI-BS1 Verint Systems Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination, retaliation, and sexual and any other form of harassment. Verint has a zero-tolerance policy against any form of discrimination, retaliation, or harassment including sexual harassment or any other form of harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and any other classification or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Verint operates in accordance with all anti-discrimination laws and affords equal opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic or protected class in our hiring, promotion and termination practices. For US Applicants _2025 Benefits Offering (https://fa-epcb-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/fscmUI/faces/AtkTopicContentQuickPreview?TopicId=300000196780014&Title=Verint+2025+Benefits)_

Verint Systems, Inc.

Procurement Specialist

Automation

Benchmarking

Cloud Computing

Cost Modeling

Customer Experience

Emerging Technology

Employee Retention

Expense Analysis

Expense Reports

Global Branding

Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

International Business

Legal

Productivity Management

Software Development

Software Licenses

Software as a Service (SaaS)

Technical Support

Willing to Travel

Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain collaborative, trust‑based partnerships with semiconductor suppliers, including foundries, OSATs, contract manufacturers, and equipment partners. Risk Mitigation & Continuity Planning: Evaluate and address supply‑chain risks related to capacity constraints, geopolitical considerations, lead‑time variability, and supplier dependencies.

Supplier Identification & Qualification: Identify, assess, and onboard semiconductor suppliers and partners aligned with business and technical objectives.Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain collaborative, trust‑based partnerships with semiconductor suppliers, including foundries, OSATs, contract manufacturers, and equipment partners.Strategic Contract Negotiations: Lead negotiations for complex commercial agreements, including pricing, performance terms, intellectual property protection, capacity commitments, and supply assurances.Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with engineering, product, supply chain, and finance teams to align supplier strategies with technical and product requirements.Risk Mitigation & Continuity Planning: Evaluate and address supply‑chain risks related to capacity constraints, geopolitical considerations, lead‑time variability, and supplier dependencies.Cost Optimization & Value Creation: Develop procurement strategies that balance cost effectiveness with quality, reliability, and long‑term supply stability.Market & Supplier Intelligence: Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of global and Taiwanese semiconductor supplier landscapes, market dynamics, and emerging trends.Supplier Performance Oversight: Monitor supplier performance using defined metrics, scorecards, and continuous improvement practices.Requirements:<ul><li>Graduate degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience demonstrating relevant capabilities.</li><li>Experience in procurement or supply chain management within the semiconductor or advanced technology industry.</li><li>Experience working with, negotiating, or partnering within the Taiwanese semiconductor ecosystem, including foundries, packaging, and test partners.</li><li>Strong understanding of semiconductor sourcing, fabrication, packaging, and test supply‑chain dynamics.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to build and sustain effective supplier partnerships across organizations of varying size and maturity.</li><li>Clear, effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate and influence across internal and external stakeholder groups.</li><li>Typically requires significant professional experience in procurement, supply chain, or a related discipline.</li></ul>

HP Inc

Strategic Procurement Manager - Semiconductors

Competitive Analysis/Strategy

Contract Manufacturing

Cost Effectiveness Analysis

Ecosystems

Intellectual Property (IP)

Manufacturing Engineering

Performance Metrics

Scorecarding

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Semiconductors

Strategic Planning

Technical Strategy

Trend Analysis

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Join our team as a Purchasing Agent and play a key role in ensuring we have the right materials, at the right time, and at the best value. Be part of a collaborative team where your work directly impacts efficiency, cost savings, and overall business success.

Purchasing Agent Salem, OR Are you a strategic thinker who loves negotiating, problem-solving, and keeping operations running smoothly? Join our team as a Purchasing Agent and play a key role in ensuring we have the right materials, at the right time, and at the best value.What You’ll Do<ul style="margin-top:0in"><li class="MsoNormal">Source and secure materials, products, and supplies critical to our operations</li><li class="MsoNormal">Negotiate pricing and contracts to drive cost savings and strong supplier partnerships</li><li class="MsoNormal">Monitor inventory and collaborate with production to keep things running efficiently</li><li class="MsoNormal">Coordinate logistics, including trucking and imports, to ensure timely deliveries</li><li class="MsoNormal">Analyze purchasing data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement</li><li class="MsoNormal">Resolve supplier issues, manage quality concerns, and ensure invoice accuracy</li></ul>What You Bring<ul style="margin-top:0in"><li class="MsoNormal">Strong negotiation and analytical skills with a keen eye for detail</li><li class="MsoNormal">Experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain operations</li><li class="MsoNormal">Knowledge of inventory control, logistics, and supplier management</li><li class="MsoNormal">Ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</li><li class="MsoNormal">Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data tracking tools</li><li class="MsoNormal">Experience in food manufacturing or distribution is a plus</li></ul>Qualifications<ul style="margin-top:0in"><li class="MsoNormal">High school diploma or equivalent required</li><li class="MsoNormal">3–5 years of relevant purchasing or supply chain experience</li><li class="MsoNormal">Background in logistics or import processes is a plus</li></ul>Physical Requirements<ul style="margin-top:0in"><li class="MsoNormal">Comfortable working both at a desk and in warehouse/plant environments</li><li class="MsoNormal">Ability to sit or stand for extended periods</li><li class="MsoNormal">Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed</li><li class="MsoNormal">Ability to perform repetitive tasks and move throughout facilities as required</li></ul> Why Join Us? Be part of a collaborative team where your work directly impacts efficiency, cost savings, and overall business success. If you enjoy building relationships, solving challenges, and making an impact—this role is for you. Bonus points if you love soy sauce (we have employee discounts!)  *** Pre-employment drug screen and background check required.Powered by ExactHire: 199292

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