Novelis · 4 days ago
Assoc Procurement Ops Lead
Greensboro, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expNovelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. The Associate Procurement Operations Leader is responsible for ensuring the effective supply of materials and services to the manufacturing facility while managing risks and fostering value creation through innovation.
Food and BeverageManufacturingMiningPrecious Metals
Responsibilities
Ensure the effective and efficient supply of raw materials, direct and indirect goods, and services to the manufacturing facility
Negotiate optimal pricing and delivery terms with local vendors, resolving performance and delivery issues
Process purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders accurately and timely
Obtain vendor confirmations and verify promise dates to ensure timely delivery
Confirm product delivery and resolve any discrepancies or issues
Align Plant Procurement activities with plant objectives as an active member of the Plant Leadership team
Pursue cost savings and containment through strategic sourcing, pricing bids, and negotiations
Communicate procurement plans, status, and issues to relevant stakeholders
Collaborate with internal teams, including manufacturing, finance, and operations, to align procurement activities with organizational goals
Provide regular updates to senior management on procurement performance and initiatives
Pursue cost savings and containment through strategic sourcing and competitive bidding
Collaborate with category managers to negotiate pricing and terms
Implement cost-saving initiatives and track savings achieved
Lead strategic sourcing projects involving cross-functional teams to ensure operational material and service requirements are met
Collaborate with Global and North American Procurement Category Managers to align sourcing strategies
Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers
Address and resolve supplier performance issues promptly
Explore opportunities for collaboration and innovation with suppliers
Conduct thorough market research to identify potential vendors
Evaluate vendors based on quality, cost, delivery performance, and reliability
Establish criteria for vendor selection and regularly review vendor performance
Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with vendors to ensure optimal pricing and delivery
Draft, review, and manage procurement contracts to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
Monitor contract performance and address any deviations or issues promptly
Collect and analyze data related to procurement activities, supplier performance, and market trends
Use data insights to inform decision-making and improve procurement strategies
Track key metrics to measure procurement effectiveness and efficiency
Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
Collect data for commodities, plant, or corporate procurement initiatives
Analyze data to anticipate alterations in the negotiating ability of suppliers and key stakeholders
Monitor and review risk management plans regularly
Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements
Identify risks within the suppliers' value chains and implement mitigating actions
Perform risk management for supply contracts and agreements, preparing control strategies for unfavorable events
Align with NNA SQRM Lead to review Supplier Quality services, resolving quality-related issues and identifying new supplier opportunities
Collaborate with plant operations and NNA SQRM Lead on supplier performance criteria in line with plant requirements and vendor management policies
Identify areas for improvement within the procurement process
Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
Continuously review and refine procurement processes to ensure best practices
Drive process improvements within the Procure-to-Pay process to enhance overall efficiencies
Propose continuous improvement and simplification of tasks to maximize resource utilization
Lead and manage procurement-related projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to budget, and compliance with quality standards
Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation, while coordinating and collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders
Identify potential project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies
Monitor and track project progress regularly, making necessary adjustments to ensure objectives are met
Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements in all procurement activities within the project
Resolve issues and conflicts that arise during the project lifecycle
Communicate project status, issues, and successes to all stakeholders, including senior management
Qualification
Required
BS/BA Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or similar
2-5 years of procurement experience and influential leadership experience
Ability to establish objectives for optimizing cost
Strong Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Outlook, and Excel)
Self-starter with proven track record in problem solving/resolution
Some knowledge/exposure to Maintenance related MRO commodities
Experience in Coupa, SAP or Oracle Procurement/Maintenance Systems is preferred
Experience in the following areas is required: Contractor and supplier development, scope of work review, value analysis, delivery and quality assurance, alternative material evaluation, price increase challenges, specification
Willing to be onsite 5 days per week
Preferred
Influential Leadership Experience
Able to work cross-functionally within a Manufacturing environment
Communication, alignment, and management of metrics to support seamless cooperation between plant procurement teams and business objectives
MBA a plus
Benefits
Family Growth Programs: Paid parental Leave, Adoption Assistance, Fertility Treatment, Childcare Discount and Nursing Mom Support
Employee Assistance Programs: free resources available 24/7 to you and your family in the areas of mental health, family life, and career and financial guidance
Wellness Programs: incentives for wellness activities, wellness spending account, programs for building healthy habits, virtual physical therapy for joint, back, and pelvic health, health management programs and more.
Diabetes Management Program
Pet insurance
Identity Theft Protection
PerkSpot Discount Program
Tuition assistance and career development programs
Company
Novelis
Novelis is the leading producer of flat-rolled aluminum products and the world’s largest recycler of aluminum.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (35)
2024 (30)
2023 (16)
2022 (40)
2021 (14)
2020 (15)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.31BKey Investors
Department for Energy Security & Net Zero
2025-12-23Debt Financing· $800M
2025-08-11Debt Financing· $750M
2025-01-08Debt Financing· $750M
Leadership Team
Steve Fisher
President and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Schlicht
Senior Vice President, Global Beverage Packaging
Recent News
2026-01-19
2026-01-11
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