Supply & Services Procurement Manager

Job Title: Supply & Services Procurement Manager Location: Piscataway, NJ Pay: 12 Months Key Accountabilities: Follow the Global Procurement governance in all projects, adhering to GPPM (Global Procurement Policy Manual). Follow the CRMC (Contract Risk Management Committee) process. Develop strong partnerships with category stakeholders to understand business needs. Engage senior leaders when escalation of issues is needed. Maintain ethical and professional relationships with vendors. Support global and regional initiatives identified in the annual goal alignment. Support procurement risk assessment and risk mitigation plans. Quickly support spot requests from Divisional or Global organizations. Adopt the company's new ways of working and FEED principles (Focus, Empowered, Experimental, Digital). Support to Global E2E Supply & Services Procurement: Apply strategic sourcing principles and lead/manage procurement projects, including constructions and renovations. Lead global contract negotiations, ensuring effective contract execution and management in assigned categories. Support Tactical and Strategic sourcing initiatives. Prepare tactical specifications, issue bid requests, and review quotations. Build and lead RFPs (Request for Proposals) and RFQs (Request for Quotes). Support the development of Capital Strategy by providing data insights and implementing strategy when required. Support relevant IP transformational/reimagined initiatives. Achieve or exceed savings and simplification goals. Support development of global strategy and long-range plans for responsible categories. Engage the global IP network, sharing best practices and enforcing category governance. Engage with key corporate stakeholders in E2E Supply Chain organization to ensure alignment in strategy execution. Lead SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) programs and initiatives when assigned. Lead QBRs (Quarterly Business Review) programs for Essential Suppliers. Support the Global Procurement Digital Transformation. Apply spend analytics best practices for responsible categories. Support the CBS/POC processes to maximize team effectiveness. Gain industry knowledge of best practices, processes, and technology trends to support category strategy. Input data into sourcing databases. Track Global sourcing KPIs and report them to the Global E2E Services & Supply Manager. Monitor P2P process to ensure compliance with agreed payment terms. Required Skills: Strong Project Management skills for Construction projects and Real Estate. Strong Business Analysis skills, using business tools and information systems. Strategic mindset - Understanding total value vs. cost saving when making decisions. Negotiation skills, demonstrating professionalism and emotional control. Teamwork and Relationship building skills. Collaborative engagement with stakeholders. Project management skills. Ability to set priorities. Ability to work cross-functional and cross-regional. Procurement Experience (FMCG). Required Qualifications: A minimum of a Bachelor of Arts or Science (or equivalent local university degree) in Supply Chain, Sourcing, Engineering, or comparable discipline. A minimum of 6 years of experience working within the Supply Chain, Engineering, and/or a manufacturing facility. Strong Business Analysis skills, utilizing digital tools. Proficient in Microsoft and Google tools.