- Manage and develop a high performing team that will create and drive execution of category management strategies, while fostering creativity to seek non-traditional approaches that have historically "boxed-in" procurement.
- Serve as a change agent and leader of the Sensient North American Procurement team while maintaining a collaborative partnership approach with stakeholders and business leaders.
- Lead the procurement team to deliver appropriate risk management strategies, cost reductions in goods and services, and year-over-year productivity improvements - whilst maintaining or improving vendor quality & service levels.
- Ensure early involvement of Sensient's perspective into global category strategies and ensures regional compliance to category strategies.
- 10+ years of procurement experience, including experience in "direct" and "indirect" materials, preferably in the food industry.
- Procurement team management, with a strong history of motivating and developing teams and building high-performing organizations through people, processes and culture.
- Change management, with a strong background of successfully driving large change across a matrixed organization, gaining consensus among stakeholders, and transforming to an improved state.
- Meaningful experience in driving innovative procurement strategies that are creative, non-traditional and impactful, leading to strong positive financial impacts.
- An opportunity to make an impact and a difference You will lead the transformation and be a main member of the founding centralized procurement team.
- An ability to drive change and collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week.
- An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities.
- A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond
- THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.
-
Director, Procurement
1 week ago
Claire's Hoffman Estates, United StatesDirector, Procurement (Hybrid) page is loaded · Director, Procurement (Hybrid) · Apply · locations · Hoffman Estates, Illinois · time type · Full time · posted on · Posted 3 Days Ago · job requisition id · JR201593 · The Director, Procurement is responsible for meeting ...
-
Director, Procurement
2 weeks ago
Claire's Stores , Inc. Hoffman Estates, United StatesDirector, Procurement (Hybrid) page is loaded · Director, Procurement (Hybrid) · Apply · locations · Hoffman Estates, Illinois · time type · Full time · posted on · Posted 2 Days Ago · job requisition id · JR201593 · The Director, Procurement is responsible for meeting ...
-
Director, Procurement
2 weeks ago
Claire's Hoffman Estates, United States Full timeThe Director, Procurement is responsible for meeting the company's indirect cost targets by setting a procurement strategy, implementing standardized processes, tools, and methodologies, and leading vendor sourcing and vendor management, across the organization. · Main Responsibi ...
-
Director, Procurement
4 days ago
The Ladders Hoffman Estates, United StatesJob Description · JOB SCOPE: · The Transform Non-Merchandise Procurement organization is committed to delivering its enterprise clients the right solution, on time, and at the best value by utilizing the highest ethical sourcing strategies. This position supports the various int ...
-
Regional Procurement Director
3 weeks ago
Sensient Technologies Hoffman Estates, United StatesJob Description · At · Sensient Technologies , we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you. · Does driving change inspire you? · Sensient is seeking a · North ...
-
Procurement Director
1 week ago
Catholic Charities Chicago, United StatesJob Summary: The Procurement Director is responsible for developing a strategic approach to the procurement and material management process for the purchase of direct and indirect goods and services. In this leadership role, the successful candidate will direct the procurement of ...
-
IT Procurement Director
2 days ago
Argo Group Chicago, United StatesArgo Group is a leader in specialty insurance with a vibrant culture built on respect, equality, wellness and opportunity. We're an innovative organization that's small enough to be agile and big enough to make a difference in our industry. · Our flexible workplace is continuous ...
-
IT Procurement Director
6 days ago
Argo Group Chicago, United StatesJob Description · Job DescriptionArgo Group is a leader in specialty insurance with a vibrant culture built on respect, equality, wellness and opportunity. We're an innovative organization that's small enough to be agile and big enough to make a difference in our industry. · Our ...
-
Director Sourcing and Procurement
2 days ago
Fetch Robotics Lincolnshire, United StatesRemote Work: Hybrid · Overview: · At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working to make everyday life better. United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic solutions that anticipate our customer's and partner's needs and solve thei ...
-
Director of Indirect Procurement
2 days ago
The LaSalle Group Chicago, United StatesOur client, a nationally recognized manufacturing company in downtown Chicago, is growing exponentially. Due to this growth, they are adding new talent to their procurement department. They are looking to hire a Director of Indirect Procurement to own their designated category an ...
-
Senior Director, Procurement
1 day ago
WALGREENS Bannockburn, IL, United StatesJob Summary Responsible for developing strategy, leading change management, and directing a team of Directors, Category Managers, and Category Specialists who specialize in one or more indirect spend categories (e.g., Technology and Marketing); establishing objectives for a group ...
-
Director, Procurement Risk
1 week ago
AbbVie North Chicago, United StatesAbbVie · Director, Procurement Risk & Compliance Strategy · North Chicago , · Illinois · Apply Now · AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We striv ...
-
Director, Procurement Risk
1 week ago
Allergan North Chicago, United StatesCompany Description · AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas ...
-
Director- Indirect Procurement
2 weeks ago
The Kraft Heinz Company Chicago, United StatesGeneral information · All posting locations: Chicago, Illinois, United States of America · Job Function: 02 - Procurement · Date Published: 15-Mar-2024 · Ref #: R-80510 · Description & Requirements · Job Purpose · As the Procurement Director for MRO, CAPEX, and Utilities, ...
-
Procurement Director
3 weeks ago
Addison Group Aurora, United StatesTitle : Procurement Director · Location : Centennial, CO 80111 · Pay : $110-140k / year · We are hiring for a Procurement Director for one of our clients in the Manufacturing industry. An ideal candidate will need a mix of strategic and tactical experience as they will oversee ...
-
Procurement Director
1 week ago
Catholic Charities Chicago, United StatesJob Summary: The Procurement Director is responsible for developing a strategic approach to the procurement and material management process for the purchase of direct and indirect goods and services. In this leadership role, the successful candidate will direct the procurement of ...
-
Procurement Director
2 weeks ago
Catholic Charities Chicago, United StatesJob Summary: The Procurement Director is responsible for developing a strategic approach to the procurement and material management process for the purchase of direct and indirect goods and services. In this leadership role, the successful candidate will direct the procurement of ...
-
Procurement Director
2 weeks ago
Catholic Charities Chicago, United StatesJob Summary: The Procurement Director is responsible for developing a strategic approach to the procurement and material management process for the purchase of direct and indirect goods and services. In this leadership role, the successful candidate will direct the procurement of ...
-
Procurement Director
3 weeks ago
Catholic Charities Chicago, United StatesJob Description · Job Summary: · The Procurement Director is responsible for developing a strategic approach to the corporate procurement and material management process for the purchase of direct and indirect goods and services. In this leadership role, the successful candidat ...
-
Director of Procurement
2 weeks ago
Northeastern Illinois University Chicago, United States Full timeDirector of Procurement · locations · Chicago, Illinois · time type · Full time · job requisition id · JR100420 · Northeastern offers a rewarding working environment for our students and employees. Our faculty and staff are smart, dedicated people who work to create an excellent ...
Regional Procurement Director - Hoffman Estates, United States - Sensient Technologies
Description
Job DescriptionAt Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you.
Does driving change inspire you?
Sensient is seeking a North America Procurement Director to drive change and lead a team of category managers that is accountable for all direct materials, indirect goods, service, and third-party manufacturing in North America. This best-in-class leader will drive the framing, scoping, execution, and implementation of a newly centralized professional procurement program that optimizes spend, unit economics, and working capital / capital expenditure commitments that propels the business activities across the organization.
What you'll do:
Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the word's best-known brands.
About Sensient:
Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.