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Rockford, VT

Full-time | Purchasing

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! Indirect Procurement Mgr

Job Locations US-MI-Rockford

Brand/Group Corporate Job Function Procurement Min. Exp.(Yrs) 8 Type Full Time

General Function
Wolverine Worldwide is a global marketer of branded footwear, apparel, and accessories. With an established global footprint that spans approximately 200 countries and territories, as well as a rock-solid infrastructure, Wolverine Worldwide is dedicated to advancing the following brands that comprise the ever-expanding portfolio: Bates, Chaco, Cat Footwear, Harley Davidson Footwear, Hush Puppies, Keds, Merrell, Saucony, Sperry, and Wolverine. Wolverine Worldwide’s continued success is driven by our ability to stay true to our simple mission: we empower, engage and inspire our consumers – every step of the way.

The Indirect Procurement Manager is responsible for working with Business Unit Owners throughout the Company to facilitate, develop and manage the RFP process for indirect spend on products and services. This responsibility involves gaining and applying knowledge of the products and services purchased by other areas of the Company and bringing the best value in product selection, quality, service and pricing. This position will also be responsible for reporting and tracking savings and presentations to management on a periodic basis. In addition, the position will be responsible for implementing an indirect spend purchase order process throughout the organization. This postion is also responsible for strategicially sourcing for travel and expense related goods and services.  

Primary Duties ! Develop annual strategy to identify spend reduction opportunities across the organization.
! Facilitate the RFP process with other areas of the company and provide them with guidance, defined processes, developed purchasing strategies, project updates and reporting.
! Implement an indirect spend purchase order process.
! Design and align procurement processes and policies with business requirements.
! Responsible for minimizing cost and maximizing value in the procurement process by applying best / leading practices across sourcing, new / nontraditional supplier development, negotiations, bench mark modeling, and other process improvements. 
! Meet with vendors to review proposals and negotiate pricing, vendor terms, conversion allowances, growth programs, warranties, parts pricing and service agreements to bring best value.
! Track and report on savings, make recommendations, award business, draft and issue agreements, implement new programs and resolve vendor disputes.
! Responsible for the creation of templates for Supplier Management process (scorecards, questionnaires, supplier meetings, annual performance reviews, etc.)
! Evaluate vendor performance and develop improvement programs.
! Manage and lead team of Indirect Procurement Specilists and Travel and Expense team. 
! Performs duties consistent with the company’s AAP/EEO goals and policies.
! Performs other duties as required/assigned by manager.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required ! Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration and previous Procurement Management experience
! 5 - 7 years experience in procurement in a multi-business environment
! Proficient in Excel, Word, Power Point, Access, SharePoint
! Team Facilitation
! Analyzing Data & Trends
! Communications
! Negotiating
! Planning & Execution of the RFP process
! Ability to influence with excellent oral and written communication skills
! Position requires individual who can work effectively with all levels ofmanagement, business unit personnel, and with approved vendors

WORKING CONDITIONSNormal office environment. Some travel required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required

Committed to a diverse workforce, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled).

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