TVH Group
# Team Leader ProcurementJob titleTeam Leader ProcurementLocation## KEY RESPONSIBILITIES### 1. Policy Development & Direction* Contribute to the development of the procurement strategy and annual plan; translate overall departmental goals into actionable objectives for the team.* Ensure alignment of procurement activities with global/regional sourcing strategies and corporate priorities.* Identify long-term improvement opportunities to strengthen supplier collaboration, reduce costs, and improve value delivery across the supply chain.### 2. Continuous Improvement* Implement lean procurement practices to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and lower total cost of ownership (TCO).* Benchmark procurement practices against best-in-class organizations and adopt relevant improvements.* Promote knowledge-sharing and best practice exchange across procurement sites and cross-functional teams.### 3. Leadership & People Development* Lead, mentor, and coach Procurement Advisors, ensuring engagement, performance, and continuous development.* Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture focused on accountability and results.* Identify training needs and create development opportunities for team members to strengthen procurement expertise and leadership pipeline.* Encourage a mindset of continuous improvement and innovation within the team.### 4. Advisory & Coordination* Monitor and report on global/regional procurement KPIs (e.g., inventory turnover, order fill rate), taking corrective action where needed.* Proactively perform root cause analysis on recurring or complex procurement issues; develop and implement corrective and preventive measures.* Execute cross-functional collaboration teams to improve procurement processes and effective demand-supply alignment.* Manage supplier disputes and coordinate resolution processes, escalating as necessary to maintain strong supplier relationships and operational continuity.### 5. Delivery & Execution* Organize, coordinate, and monitor the daily activities of the procurement team to ensure efficient execution of purchasing processes.* Drive standardization and simplification of processes, ensuring compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.* Ensure timely and accurate execution of PR/PO processes, supplier orders, and delivery schedules by overseeing the Advisors' work.* Provide management with accurate and timely reporting on procurement performance, risks, and opportunities.## 6. Profile## KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS### Knowledge* Advanced Procurement Strategy: Expert understanding of procurement principles, global sourcing models, and strategic purchasing frameworks.* Supply Chain & Logistics: Good understanding of end-to-end supply chain operations, logistics, and inventory management best practices.* Process Improvement Methodologies: Basic understanding of continuous improvement frameworks.* Systems Proficiency: Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and procurement software/planning tools.### Experience* People Leadership: Proven experience in leading, mentoring, and coaching a team, including performance management and development planning.* Process Optimization: Demonstrated success in driving and implementing large-scale process improvement, standardization, and simplification projects.* Operational Accountability: Tracking complex KPIs, and leading corrective action plans.* Global Operations: Experience working in a global, multi-site, and cross-cultural environment is a plus (not obligatory).### Skills & Competencies* Strategic Thinking & Planning: Ability to translate high-level strategy into actionable team plans and objectives.* Change Management: Skilled in leading teams through organizational and process change effectively.* Analytical & Root Cause Analysis skills: problem-solving skills to diagnose complex, recurring issues and implement long-term preventive solutions.* Stakeholder Management: Exceptional ability to build and maintain high-level relationships with cross-functional leaders (Planning, Operations).* Coaching & Development: Proven ability to build capabilities within the team and foster a high-performance culture.* Accountability for Results: High level of ownership for the team's performance against key organizational and procurement KPIs.## General* Professional Representation: Embody company values and maintain professional demeanor in all internal and external dealings.* Integrity: Uphold the highest standards of honesty and ethical behavior in all procurement activities.* WHS Compliance: Fulfill all Workplace Health and Safety requirements, modeling and promoting safe work practices within the team.* Accountability: Take ownership of issues.* Integrity: Uphold honesty and ethical behavior.* Team Support: Promote a positive team environment.* Reliability: Punctuality and dependability.* WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU- A family atmosphere , people-centric culture, where your emotional and physical well-being matters.* A company of great colleagues with a global mindset, where you feel welcomed from day one.* - A competitive salary , medical insurance for family , retirement benefits
- Flexible working hours and a healthy work – life balance
- Hybrid work schedule
- internal career opportunities, professional development, including access to LinkedIn Learning and many in-house/external training courses
PEOPLE ARE AT OUR HEART
TVH is a global business with a family atmosphere, where people are at the center. We value clarity, mutual respect, kindness and open communication. Our people are down-to-earth, easy to work and engage with. We welcome differences and celebrate new ideas.
ABOUT TVH
TVH is a parts specialist for quality parts and accessories for material handling, industrial vehicles, and construction and agricultural equipment. Working at TVH is opting for a company that excels as an international market leader and is well-known for its unstoppable craving for innovation.### Purchasing & Product DevelopmentFull-time | Product and Procurement | Location – Olathe, KS, 66062 Reports to Chief Product & Procurement Officer The Global Supplier Relationship, Sr. Manager leads the development, structure, and...### Purchasing & Product DevelopmentI have more hobbies than hours in a day. From hiking to gaming with friends. I even built a PC for my partner. And I ran 10K thanks to the TVH Nudge Challenges. I hadn’t done that amount of distance in about 10 years.
I always try to be optimistic. A positive attitude makes all the difference. In my role I liaise a lot with colleagues from sales to warehouse and all in-between. Being able to help them is why I love my job.Patrick, Team Leader Purchasing #J-18808-Ljbffr
- Flexible working hours and a healthy work – life balance
- Hybrid work schedule
- internal career opportunities, professional development, including access to LinkedIn Learning and many in-house/external training courses
PEOPLE ARE AT OUR HEART
TVH is a global business with a family atmosphere, where people are at the center. We value clarity, mutual respect, kindness and open communication. Our people are down-to-earth, easy to work and engage with. We welcome differences and celebrate new ideas.
ABOUT TVH
TVH is a parts specialist for quality parts and accessories for material handling, industrial vehicles, and construction and agricultural equipment. Working at TVH is opting for a company that excels as an international market leader and is well-known for its unstoppable craving for innovation.### Purchasing & Product DevelopmentFull-time | Product and Procurement | Location – Olathe, KS, 66062 Reports to Chief Product & Procurement Officer The Global Supplier Relationship, Sr. Manager leads the development, structure, and...### Purchasing & Product DevelopmentI have more hobbies than hours in a day. From hiking to gaming with friends. I even built a PC for my partner. And I ran 10K thanks to the TVH Nudge Challenges. I hadn’t done that amount of distance in about 10 years.
I always try to be optimistic. A positive attitude makes all the difference. In my role I liaise a lot with colleagues from sales to warehouse and all in-between. Being able to help them is why I love my job.Patrick, Team Leader Purchasing #J-18808-Ljbffr