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Crystal Clean · 23 hours ago

Director, Procurement Operations

Hoffman Estates, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$100K/yr - $115K/yr

10+ years exp

Crystal Clean is one of the nation’s leading privately held companies in the environmental waste services industry, seeking a highly motivated individual for the Director of Procurement Operations role. This position is responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies to efficiently acquire goods and services, while managing a team of buyers and fostering relationships with vendors.

CleanTechEnvironmental EngineeringManufacturingProfessional ServicesService IndustryWaste Management

Responsibilities

Lead a team of 8-12 buyers, located nationwide

Develop a deep understanding of CC’s business and the needs of its various functions (i.e., the internal customers of the procurement/purchasing function)

Develop an effective working relationship with managers throughout the organization to facility effective procurement and support for all aspects of the business

Develop, lead, and execute effective procurement strategies

Develop strong relationships with significant vendors and provide direct interface with same

Execute role as primary administrator and manager of the Coupa procurement and expense management system. Includes management for procurement requests and invoice approvals

Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expense and improve effectiveness

Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms

Forecast price and market trends to identify changes in balance in buyer-supplier power

Assess, manage, and mitigate risks

Conduct Request for Proposal (RFP) processes in all areas of the business to identify partners who can provide maximum value to CC

Manage the sourcing of solvent (e.g., mineral spirits, etc.), containers and container lids, parts cleaning machines, etc. including identification of service, safety, and regulatory requirements. Also manage the volume of materials required as well as the timing of delivery of said materials

Travel, up to 50%

Qualification

Procurement strategy developmentVendor managementCoupa system proficiencyNegotiation skillsAnalytical skillsExcel proficiencyTime managementDecision makingCommunication skills

Required

10 or more years of related procurement/purchasing management experience

Experience in the hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal/management industry with direct involvement in disposal activities a plus

Experience in implementing and executing the procedures and systems required in a well-run, efficient procurement function

Work experience that includes the use of the Coupa procurement and expense management system

Work experience that demonstrates analytical skills with reference to evaluation of purchasing and cost data, development of trends, systems operations, and expense control efforts

Experience in establishing and implementing a robust process of vendor KPI reporting

Experienced in operating in a regulated environment

Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management

Strong competence in negotiation and networking

Adheres to established schedules and deadlines

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Excellent negotiation skills

Present a positive image of Crystal Clean to fellow employees, external contacts, the general public

Capability to effectively organize time, tasks, and several projects simultaneously

Solid judgement along with decision making skills

Familiarity with and knowledge of the Coupa procurement and expense management system

Advanced knowledge of Excel required