Procurement Manager II, BPSE - Packaging

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 - Packaging immediately in a Hybrid (50/50) capacity at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, MD.

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

POSITION OVERVIEW

Responsible for managing assigned Packaging Procurement categories that focus on graphic based spend such as Flexibles - Film and/or Labels. This includes the development of category strategies and programs to optimize cost, rationalize the supply base and bring value to the Corporation while mitigating risk. Includes coordinating and leading strategy execution activity supporting Direct and/or Indirect spend.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement Supply Excellence Operations• 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

Business Engagement Partnerships

• 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.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Accounting or applicable field of study
• 7+ years in Purchasing/Supply Chain environment with appropriate business experience.
• 4+ years project management, execution of or participation in large, multiple or cross-functional projects.
• 3+ years managing, leading developing dynamic work teams.
• Proven experience and success in leading major cost savings initiatives and cross functional teams.
• Thorough knowledge of industries for assigned categories.
• Good understanding of material functionality, material flow and handling to optimize supply chain effectiveness.
• McCormick product and business knowledge.
• Knowledge of 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 skills
• Professional-Project Management

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MBA - Or other equivalent Masters degree
• CPM or APICS certification

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As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Base Salary: $87,910 - $153,870

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick's Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:

• 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