Lactalis USA Inc.
Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing
Lactalis USA Inc., Minnetonka, Minnesota, United States, 55345
Overview
Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose. At Lactalis in the USA, we’re committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive—whether you’re just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed. As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 professionals across the globe. Each day, we’re proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together. In the US, we proudly offer a house of beloved brands, including Galbani® Italian cheeses and ricotta, Président® specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft® natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone’s® cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel®, Black Diamond® cheddar, and Parmalat® milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi’s®, Stonyfield Organic®, Brown Cow™, Oui®, Yoplait®, Go-Gurt®, :ratio®, Green Mountain Creamery®, and Mountain High®, along with ethnic favorites like Karoun®, Gopi®, and Arz®. At Lactalis, we live by our core values— Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity . We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone’s unique background and ideas are valued. Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your
PASSION , your
STORY , and how your
EXPERTISE
can help us shape the future of dairy. From your PASSION to ours Lactalis USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing based in Bedford, NH, Chicago, IL, Buffalo, NY, or Minneapolis, MN. The Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing is a key member of the Purchasing Team North America (NA), responsible for developing and implementing short- and medium-term purchasing strategies, purchasing policies, practices, and systems. The incumbent will have a strong collaborative working relationship with the Company’s global procurement team and local (Canadian and US) internal stakeholders. The Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing will also lead a team to ensure that the overall goals of the organization are being met, including total cost and supply objectives. From your STORY to ours Qualified applicants will contribute the following: Education Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or another appropriate discipline is required. Experience Minimum of Ten (10) years working experience, with five (5) to seven (7) years’ experience in a Procurement function, preferably at a food company Management experience is an asset Certifications and specific knowledge Experience in negotiating complex multi-year agreements through RFP/ RFQ bidding processes Competencies High level of initiative, and strong interpersonal skills. Good leadership and ability to interact with a wide variety of management levels and business situations Strong planning, project management, leadership skills and execution skills Rigorous data driven/analytical capability Strong negotiation skill Able to positively influence others Ability to lead and motivate staff Strong presentation skills and ability to present to groups of various size and levels of leadership Foundational knowledge of contract law and legal terms & conditions Foundational knowledge of financial statements i.e. the impact of the role on the business Strong problem solving and analytical skills Proficient with Microsoft Office including advanced proficiency MS Excel and MS PowerPoint Work Conditions Travel is required up to 25% monthly. Extended hours may be necessary depending on the project needs. Tools such as a computer, phone, or allowances may be provided. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities. This position requires physical presence in the office, in accordance with the Hybrid Work Policy. Demonstrate commitment to a safe working environment that promotes the health and well-being of all employees and that will further contribute to the Company’s overall performance and success. EEO Statement Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.
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Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose. At Lactalis in the USA, we’re committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive—whether you’re just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed. As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 professionals across the globe. Each day, we’re proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together. In the US, we proudly offer a house of beloved brands, including Galbani® Italian cheeses and ricotta, Président® specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft® natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone’s® cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel®, Black Diamond® cheddar, and Parmalat® milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi’s®, Stonyfield Organic®, Brown Cow™, Oui®, Yoplait®, Go-Gurt®, :ratio®, Green Mountain Creamery®, and Mountain High®, along with ethnic favorites like Karoun®, Gopi®, and Arz®. At Lactalis, we live by our core values— Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity . We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone’s unique background and ideas are valued. Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your
PASSION , your
STORY , and how your
EXPERTISE
can help us shape the future of dairy. From your PASSION to ours Lactalis USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing based in Bedford, NH, Chicago, IL, Buffalo, NY, or Minneapolis, MN. The Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing is a key member of the Purchasing Team North America (NA), responsible for developing and implementing short- and medium-term purchasing strategies, purchasing policies, practices, and systems. The incumbent will have a strong collaborative working relationship with the Company’s global procurement team and local (Canadian and US) internal stakeholders. The Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing will also lead a team to ensure that the overall goals of the organization are being met, including total cost and supply objectives. From your STORY to ours Qualified applicants will contribute the following: Education Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or another appropriate discipline is required. Experience Minimum of Ten (10) years working experience, with five (5) to seven (7) years’ experience in a Procurement function, preferably at a food company Management experience is an asset Certifications and specific knowledge Experience in negotiating complex multi-year agreements through RFP/ RFQ bidding processes Competencies High level of initiative, and strong interpersonal skills. Good leadership and ability to interact with a wide variety of management levels and business situations Strong planning, project management, leadership skills and execution skills Rigorous data driven/analytical capability Strong negotiation skill Able to positively influence others Ability to lead and motivate staff Strong presentation skills and ability to present to groups of various size and levels of leadership Foundational knowledge of contract law and legal terms & conditions Foundational knowledge of financial statements i.e. the impact of the role on the business Strong problem solving and analytical skills Proficient with Microsoft Office including advanced proficiency MS Excel and MS PowerPoint Work Conditions Travel is required up to 25% monthly. Extended hours may be necessary depending on the project needs. Tools such as a computer, phone, or allowances may be provided. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities. This position requires physical presence in the office, in accordance with the Hybrid Work Policy. Demonstrate commitment to a safe working environment that promotes the health and well-being of all employees and that will further contribute to the Company’s overall performance and success. EEO Statement Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.
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