Blue Yonder · 1 month ago
Procurement Manager
Dallas
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$92K/yr - $97K/yr
5+ years expBlue Yonder is looking for a Procurement Manager to execute their procurement and sourcing process in partnership with business teams. The role involves utilizing project management and analytical skills to identify business needs, source goods or services, evaluate financial impacts, and negotiate contracts.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Research procurement requirements using market research, engaging business owners, understanding company objectives and working other team members to ensure the application of good financial stewardship and common-sense decisioning to meet business needs
Utilize experience in customer service, sourcing, procurement, and purchasing to engage external suppliers for the purpose of securing products and services
Utilize financial analysis and basic business math to assist with understanding and reporting on the value of proposals, develop scorecards, rate terms, and identify deal points for business teams
Demonstrate a competent understanding of commercial contract terms and conditions to guide business teams away from risk situations to favorable business scenarios
Execute through experience and technical skills the act of negotiating competitive contracts for BLUE YONDER, that leverage costs savings and incentives that are favorable to the company
Demonstrate the ability to give management updates or presentations on inflight or completed procurement projects highlighting critical business wins/losses, etc
Using initiative identify and recommend process improvement strategies for the procurement team and potential stakeholders
When required, lead team projects as well as assist with implementing new and innovative solution(s) for the procurement process
Will be an integral part of the team helping to carry out company plans with a focus on transformation, and modernization of BY’s Culture and Processes
Will participate in the creation of strategic plans as well as executing tactical implementations both independently and in coordination with supported teams
Qualification
Required
Utilizing project management and analytical skills to identify business needs, source and secure goods or services, evaluate the financial impact of the purchase and finalize the purchase through contract negotiations
Research procurement requirements using market research, engaging business owners, understanding company objectives and working with other team members to ensure the application of good financial stewardship and common-sense decisioning to meet business needs
Utilize experience in customer service, sourcing, procurement, and purchasing to engage external suppliers for the purpose of securing products and services
Utilize financial analysis and basic business math to assist with understanding and reporting on the value of proposals, develop scorecards, rate terms, and identify deal points for business teams
Demonstrate a competent understanding of commercial contract terms and conditions to guide business teams away from risk situations to favorable business scenarios
Execute through experience and technical skills the act of negotiating competitive contracts for BLUE YONDER, that leverage costs savings and incentives that are favorable to the company
Demonstrate the ability to give management updates or presentations on inflight or completed procurement projects highlighting critical business wins/losses, etc
Using initiative identify and recommend process improvement strategies for the procurement team and potential stakeholders
When required, lead team projects as well as assist with implementing new and innovative solution(s) for the procurement process
Will be an integral part of the team helping to carry out company plans with a focus on transformation, and modernization of BY's Culture and Processes
Will participate in the creation of strategic plans as well as executing tactical implementations both independently and in coordination with supported teams
Preferred
Bachelor's degree - Business Administration, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Technical Management, Information Technology, Finance or other relevant fields from an accredited university
A minimum of 5 years working in a business or corporate environment, with experience in sourcing, procurement, finance, purchasing, customer services, sales, project management and customer service engagement
Familiarity with operating source-to-pay/procure-to-pay systems and software
Intermediate understanding or comfort in reading and evaluating legal commercial terms
Occasional travel for in-person meetings may be required from time to time
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
401K with Matching
Flexible Time Off
Corporate Fitness Program
A variety of voluntary benefits such as; Legal Plans, Accident and Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and much more
Company
Blue Yonder
Blue Yonder is the AI company for supply chain.
5001-10000 employees
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Chief Executive Officer
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