Manager, Indirect Purchasing - GID

AESC is looking to add an Indirect Procurement Manager to our team in Murfreesboro, TN. The individual will report to the senior procurement manager and oversee activities relating to AESC indirect procurement process for products and services. The individual will also be responsible for cost reduction using innovative sourcing approaches and various supplier development activities. Job Description: Develop and manage the indirect sourcing process and provide oversight for the supplier life cycle management process. Provide support to purchasing leaders by gathering market Intelligence, identifying major categories, analyzing current spend, and developing an optimal Indirect Strategy Plan. Deliver the strategy through supplier relationships and multiple projects (CAPEX, Service, Energy, Maintenance, T&L contracts). Actively participate in the strategic and tactical negotiation of major indirect supplier contracts. Partner with various departments to select the right suppliers to allow AESC to take advantage of the best cost/value products in the market. Investigate new supply markets to assess existing and new supplier capabilities to further strengthen cost reductions and supply rationalization. Perform general management responsibilities such as hiring, performance management, performance reviews, individual development activities, etc. Monitor team performance against department standards and ensure that these standards are consistently met or exceeded. What You Need: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, procurement, sourcing, or other relevant degrees. 5+ years’ experience in purchasing, sourcing, and contract management leadership, including global sourcing and indirect sourcing, on a global basis. 2+ years in a leadership capacity. Experience and proven track record in project management, collaboration with other departments, and driving supplier performance with new products and services. Strong leadership, interpersonal, and negotiation skills and experience in working in dynamic environments and tight deadlines. Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external business stakeholders. Able to travel up to 10% domestically. Nice to Have: Previous Six Sigma training, Black or Green Belt desired. Experience in developing and implementing category strategies. Experience in implementing a source-to-pay framework with IT support on a global basis. Advanced degree in Business Administration or Purchasing Management. Nationally recognized professional certification (Certified Purchasing Manager or Certified Professional Contract Manager). What We Offer: An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development. Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts. 401K with company match. Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available). Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays. Short-term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid). Tuition reimbursement. Equal Employment Opportunity: AESC is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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