Procurement Manager II, BPSE - Flavors/Gums/Emulsifiers/Solvents

McCormick & Company • Hunt Valley, MD

2d • $87,910 - $153,870 • Hybrid

About The Position

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team. McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work. We are looking to hire a Procurement Manager II, BPSE - Flavors/Gums/Emulsifiers/Solvents immediately in a Hybrid (50/50) capacity at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, Maryland. What We Bring To The Table: The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer: Competitive compensation Career growth opportunities Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness Tuition assistance

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Accounting or applicable field of study
• 5+ years in Purchasing/Supply Chain environment with appropriate business experience.
• 3+ years project management, execution of or participation in large, multiple or cross-functional projects. Project management/process improvement.
• 2+ years managing, leading developing dynamic work teams.
• Thorough knowledge of industries for assigned categories. Technical awareness in assigned categories. McCormick product and business knowledge including company priorities and strategic direction.
• Ability to assess and analyze moderately complex business opportunities.
• Ability to deal with diverse and sometimes conflicting priorities.
• Sound and comprehensive communication and diplomacy

Responsibilities

• Serve as the liaison between Procurement and the Vendor community, managing supplier performance through the Supplier Relationship Management Program.
• Drive Procurement’s involvement in the Innovation and Commercialization Pipeline and Long-term Plan Strategies.
• Lead efforts to improve processes and ensure supply continuity through change and project management.
• Identify and develop opportunities for value delivery at the Regional, Operational, and Business Unit levels, contributing to McCormick’s Comprehensive Continuous Improvement Program.
• Lead efforts to optimize the inbound supply chain related to lean and six sigma principles
• Serve as the bridge between Business Units and Centralized Procurement Category Management.
• Take an active role in developing and implementing Business Strategies related to the Procurement Operating Model.
• Communicate effectively with Executive and Senior Leadership.
• Contribute to Integrated Business Planning, ensuring alignment of Sourcing Category Management with all organizational functions.
• Collaborate with Centralized Category Management teams to achieve optimal Total Cost of Ownership with the Vendor & Business + Total Supply Chain community.
• Ensure high customer satisfaction by providing guidance and leadership for Procurement, Business Unit, and Enterprise projects.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities
• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
• Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness
• Tuition assistance
• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level