Position: IT Procurement Manager (Onsite)

Location: Woodcliff Lake, NJ (4 days onsite & 1 day remote)

Duration : 6 months

Job Description:

The IT Procurement Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing procurement activities, ensuring low total cost of ownership and high-quality procurement of related goods and services needed to meet the needs. The candidate will report to the Indirect Procurement Sr. Manager and will be responsible for commercial and service criteria and contracts in alignment with corporate policies and procedures, which ensure competitive pricing and overall total cost of ownership, and fully protect the company against missed deliveries, shortages, and outages, poor material quality, and other performance issues that might adversely affect the company. The candidate will work closely with the Contract Manager to execute contracts and agreements.

Soft Skills :
Leadership: Supervises 1-3 direct reports with the ability to develop personal growth opportunities, while managing multiple projects for organizational growth. The ability to inspire and motivate others towards a shared vision or goal.
Emotional intelligence (Self-awareness): The ability to recognize and manage one's own emotions, as well as recognizing the emotions of others.
Adaptability: The ability to be flexible and adaptable in response to changing situations and demands.
Conflict resolution: The ability to manage and resolve conflicts constructively and respectfully.
Coaching Skills: The skill for growing and developing others. Knowing how to ask the right questions, active listening, and empowering others, as well as building rapport with colleagues.
Trust Building: Building a team environment where the employees feel safe. Leaders need to be authentic, honest, transparent, and compassionate.
Problem Solving: The ability to identify and analyze problems and produce effective solutions.
Creativity (critical thinking): The ability to be forward-thinking and strategic and present innovative solutions.
Time management: The ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.

Technical Knowledge/skills:
Strong understanding of purchasing concepts, practices, and procedures, especially Sourcing Methodology
Excellent negotiation skills
Strategic and systems thinking
Strong contract skills
Excellent computer skills
Familiar with financial management and analysis
Ability to excel in a matrix management environment
Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree in business or marketing
Master's Degree preferred
Minimum of 10+ years' experience in the InDirect Procurement field
Previous people management experience
Industrial manufacturing and/or Business Management experience preferred
Experience in the use of ERP systems (SAP, ARIBA and Ironclad preferred)
C.P.M. and/or CPSM certification

If you are interested, please share your updated resume and suggest the best number & time to connect with you.