Job Purpose

To lead and implement the procurement strategy for assigned team – owning process performance and driving completion of small to medium sized, complex projects and initiatives.

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

• Assist in establishing and maintaining LP’s procurement processes
• Leverage sourcing opportunities through consolidation of purchases; achieving optimal cost, quality, safety, environmental compliance, and processing efficiency
• Drive your team’s strategic direction based on goals cascaded from Sr Management
• Be responsible for your team conducting all procurement activities in accordance with the Supply Management Strategy
• Lead projects; coordinate the implementation of productivity initiatives
• Mitigate problems and errors when they arise to reduce overall impact
• Recruit, retain, and develop high-performing, results-focused talent for assigned team
• Ensure all procured goods/services meet required technical specifications and delivery schedules, and will provide LP with the greatest possible value
• Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned

What do I need to be successful?

• 5-7 years of procurement/supply management experience
• Demonstrated leadership experience. Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to lead and perform the key responsibilities of this position
• Knowledge of and ability to develop materials management plan metrics
• Expert knowledge of business concepts, systems, and applications in assigned area (SME)
• Strong organizational and mathematical skills
• Data cleansing and analysis skills
• Contract literacy and negotiation
• Advanced in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Project management
• Delegation skills
• Excellent communication skills through all channels: email, phone, meetings (virtual & in-person)
• Self-starter and a change agent mentality
• Ability to multi-task and problem-solve
• Ability to build and maintain strong vendor relationships

Education

•   Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field

Work Environment

• This position will work at home and in our Nashville office on a hybrid schedule
• Must live within a commutable distance to Nashville or willing to relocate to the greater Nashville area
• Occasional travel required

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