Strategic Sourcing Manager

Strategic Sourcing ManagerDurham, North Carolina, United States at https://cbre.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/58225/other-jobs-matching/location-only8 additional locationsAtlanta, Georgia, United States Charlotte, North Carolina, United States Miami, Florida, United States Greenville, South Carolina, United States Nashville, Tennessee, United States Richmond, Virginia, United States Birmingham, Alabama, United States Charleston, South Carolina, United StatesPurchasing/Procurement at http://cbre.referrals.selectminds.com/landingpages/purchasingprocurement-1419027036Requisition #7 hours agoPost DateGlobal Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make

real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and

performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric

approach. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by

regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform.

We deliver consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every

stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.JOB SUMMARYThe purpose of this position is to manage the development

and implementation of a company-wide strategic procurement platform for

maintenance, repair and operation (MRO) service and supply contracts, capital

expenditures and corporate purchases, with an overall objective of aggregating

and leveraging purchasing power, increasing operational efficiency, and

increasing profitability.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESDevelops, plans, organizes and implements national/regional

contracting and procurement strategies and programs to increase operational

efficiency and profitability.Develops standardized systems and controls for procurement

including RFP documentation, work authorization, purchase and change order

systems, and supplier/contractor eligibility criteria.Manages the supplier/contractor certification process

including review of requisite experience, legal and organizational structure,

financial viability, geographic coverage, insurance requirements and other

capabilities.Prepares and maintain contracts with national/regional

service providers in accordance with company standards.Develops, manages, coordinates global sourcing processes and

practices with internal stakeholders.Develops and manages relationships with national/regional

suppliers and contractors and assist in contract negotiationsEstablishes requirements for and ensure the integrity of

centralized procurement database systems.Serves as key point of contact for utilization management

and coordination with outside procurement/e-procurement solutions.Participates on behalf of the company in approved or

sponsored procurement organizations or related initiatives.Develops training programs and assists in training employees

in company-wide procurement procedures.Develops company-wide policies and procedures, playbooks and

other organizational materials with respect to national/regional procurement.Other duties may be assignedSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESProvides formal supervision to individual employees within

single functional or operational area. Recommends staff recruitment, selection,

promotion, advancement, corrective action and termination. Plans and monitors

appropriate staffing levels and utilization of labor, including overtime.

Prepares and delivers performance appraisal for staff. Mentors and coaches team

members to further develop competencies. Leads by example and models behaviors

that are consistent with the company's values.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and EXPERIENCEBachelors degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or Computer Science or equivalent to a 4-year college program in relevant discipline; Minimum 5 years experience in procurement of MRO, services and supplies in multiple industries. Demonstrated experience in contract administration, contract negotiation, quality assurance, and procurement management; Experience in implementing e-procurement solutions with exposure to systems development and supplier management.CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSESC.P.M., C.P.S.M. or N.A.C.M. certifications or eligibility preferred.COMMUNICATION SKILLSExcellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information.Ability to respond effectively to sensitive issues.FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGERequires advanced knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and commissions. Conducts advanced financial analysis.REASONING ABILITYAbility to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills.OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIESAdvanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite Products and Internet navigation. Experience in working with and managing e-procurement and contracts management platforms. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITYDecisions made with thorough understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve general results and deadlines. Responsible for setting work unit and/or project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to department.US Company ProfileAbout CBRE (NYSE: CBRE): At CBRE, you are empowered to take your career path into your own hands. Enjoy workplace flexibility in a global organization with tremendous scale. Work in an inclusive and collaborative environment with supportive teammates. Come experience the employee advantage at CBRE.CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.As a Fortune 500 worldwide leader in real estate services, CBRE’s more than 90,000 professionals provide exceptional outcomes for clients in over approximately 480 offices worldwide. When it comes to real estate, CBRE sees potential everywhere. We turn scale into strength, expense into performance, and property into prosperity. Visit cbre.us.