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Safelite · 6 days ago

Procurement Manager - Direct (Glass)

Columbus, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Safelite is a leading provider of vehicle glass repair and replacement services. The Procurement Manager, Glass leads a team responsible for managing strategic supplier relationships and ensuring consistent supply and optimal cost for vehicle glass, while contributing to cost savings and innovation through effective procurement strategies.

Automotive

Responsibilities

Lead strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management for Vehicle Glass purchasing category to ensure consistent glass supply and long-term value for Safelite.Performs other duties as assigned

Identify and implement value-add and cost-saving opportunities through optimizing supplier performance, analyzing spend data, and monitoring market trends

Provide leadership and development for a team of buyers to build procurement capabilities and deliver against team & company objectives for cost savings and ensuring supply

Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely availability of vehicle glass for new vehicle model launches. Support company-wide growth initiatives through product sourcing & availability

Collaborate cross-functionally within US and with global Belron internal partners to ensure alignment of procurement strategies to support enterprise-wide initiatives

Manage annual RFPs and negotiate supplier contracts to secure favorable terms and mitigate supply chain risk

Complies with all policies and standards

Qualification

ProcurementSupplier relationship managementNegotiationData analysisFinancial acumenTeam leadershipMicrosoft OfficeCustomer service orientationTime managementCollaboration skills