Procurement Manager - EMEA

Our mission to positively impact people's lives every day in every home around the world allows our employees to be thinkers and tinkerers, designers and doers, creators and number crunchers, makers of things they love.  As we continue to grow, we are excited to add a Procurement Manager to our global team

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Indirect Sourcing Senior Manager to oversee and manage the indirect sourcing activities across the EMEA region. The successful candidate will develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives, manage key supplier relationships, and drive significant cost savings for indirect categories such as IT, Marketing, Professional Services, and Facilities.

Here are some of the EXCITING things you’ll get to do:

1. Strategic Sourcing Leadership:

   - Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies for indirect spend categories in alignment with organizational goals.

   - Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to identify best practices and new opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

2. Supplier Relationship Management:

   - Identify, evaluate, and manage strategic supplier partnerships to ensure high-quality service and value.

   - Lead complex negotiations with suppliers to secure optimal terms and conditions.

3. Cost Optimization:

   - Drive cost reduction initiatives and track performance against aggressive savings targets.

   - Analyze spend data and trends to identify further opportunities for cost optimization.

4. Category Management:

   - Lead the management of key indirect spend categories, ensuring strategic sourcing and procurement excellence.

   - Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and align sourcing strategies accordingly.

5. Process Improvement:

   - Continuously evaluate and improve sourcing processes and systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

   - Implement industry best practices and innovative sourcing solutions.

6. Risk and Compliance Management:

   - Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.

   - Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to safeguard the supply chain.

7. Team Leadership and Development:

   - Lead, mentor, and develop a team of sourcing professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.

   - Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing across the team and other departments.

8. Stakeholder Engagement:

   - Build strong relationships with key internal stakeholders to support business objectives and sourcing initiatives.

   - Effectively communicate sourcing strategies, progress, and results to senior leadership.

What you will bring: 

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is highly preferred.

Experience:

 Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in indirect sourcing or procurement, with at least 3-5 years in a senior managerial role within the EMEA region.

Skills:

  - Proven leadership and people management skills.

  - Strong negotiation and contract management expertise.

  - Excellent analytical and strategic thinking abilities.

  - Proficient in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.

  - Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

  - Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

  - Fluency in English is required; additional language skills relevant to the EMEA region are a plus.

YOUR ROLE in DIVERSIFYING 

• As a corporate citizen, learn and support SharkNinja’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion strategy
• Be an Ally, find internal Champions
• Explore SharkNinja’s Employee Resource Groups or volunteer to serve on committees that organize diversity-related events and activities
• Participate in employee engagement surveys and respond as openly and honestly as possible
• Become culturally competent; take the time to learn about different cultures, races, religions and backgrounds represented by your colleagues
• Treat people in a way they wish to be treated rather than the way you wish to be treated

YOUR ROLE in leading our SUCCESS DRIVERS & representing our UNIQUE MINDSET 

• Leads us to be “RARELY SATISFIED”
• Make things better each day; “PROGRESS OVER PERFECTION”
• Using your knowledge of our consumer, understand that “DETAILS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE,”
• Deliver something great; “WINNING IS A TEAM SPORT”
• Be clear and honest, “COMMUNICATING FOR IMPACT.” 

SharkNinja is voted 2022 Best Places to Work in Boston and 100 Best Large Companies to Work For. As a subsidiary of JS Global Lifestyle Company Limited (Hong Kong: 1691), a leader in small household appliance innovation, we are ranked in the top three for the 'Best ESG Management Company' in consumer necessities sector by leading international financial magazine, Institutional Investor, in June 2022.  We strive to get smarter and are dedicated to integrating DEI in our processes, practices and policies. Some of our benefits include 4 Global DEI subcommittees, 8 Affinity Groups, 5 Business Resource Groups, Cultural Celebrations, Summer Half Day Fridays, Volunteer Impact Day/Activities, Mentorship & Coaching Programs more. Plus your first SharkNinja product is on us and you can enjoy discounted products throughout the year.

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