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Corporate VP Strategic Procurement

Position Description:

The Corporate Vice President, Strategic Procurement is responsible for achieving our strategic procurement and lean manufacturing objectives worldwide, in addition to overseeing initiatives that support our Operational Excellence growth strategy. The position oversees 5 Procurement Directors throughout the world.

The Corporate Vice President reports directly to the Chief Administrative Officer.

Responsibilities include the following:

• Lead the development, implementation, and alignment of sourcing strategies and supplier network capabilities for all commodities, services and initiatives that compliment and support key business objectives
• Ensure the execution of all procurement strategies; including financial analyses, supplier management, contract management, strategic sourcing, standardized procurement tools and leading-edge reporting
• Direct the development and execution of standards, controls, policies, procedures and performance metrics to effectively and efficiently manage the acquisition, management and reporting of spend across the corporation
• Create and communicate supplier metrics to improve service at reduced costs
• Engage in reviews with suppliers and stakeholders across AMETEK based upon an understanding of total costs over the lifecycle of both goods and services.
• Oversee the design and implementation of education programs to support Corporate Wide Operational Excellence programs
• Implement a continuous improvement plan and culture to ensure the company has the capability to meet all business requirements and objectives competitively
• Lead, motivate, and develop a Global Corporate Procurement team

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or related degree; MBA preferred
• APICS, CSCP or other related supply chain certifications a plus
• LEAN and/or Black Belt Six Sigma certification preferred
• 15+ years of experience in a global Operations or Supply Chain leadership role within an industrial manufacturing company. Full P&L management experience a plus
• Demonstrated track record of delivering measurable direct and indirect cost savings across a complex global supply chain, in a decentralized business environment
• Proven experience developing an international supply chain specifically in Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and experience in the development, negotiation and implementation of contracts and deployment of supply chain
• Demonstrated experience in influencing, developing and motivating people from diverse backgrounds; experience managing cross-functional global business teams
• Knowledge of world class SCM tools and systems
• Working knowledge of quality systems, lean and continuous improvement processes, state of the art supply chain practices, and project management systems
• Working knowledge of ERP, logistics/transportation and related technology/systems
• Strong analytical ability and comfort dealing with significant amounts of data.
• Thorough knowledge and application of budgeting, financial analysis and cost control practices
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (30%)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

I would like to apply for the post of Corporate VP Strategic Procurement bases at your esteemed organisation. I have attached my CV.

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