Indirect Procurement Manager

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As Indirect Procurement Manager you will manage a team of Supply Chain professionals to develop and complete sourcing and purchasing strategies for all indirect commodities required to own the business including: Travel, Fleet, IT hardware/software, Telecom, MRO, Marketing, Facilities, HR and Engineering Services, etc. This strong leader will partner with stakeholder functions across the company to ensure compliance with purchasing policies and most effective use of company funds to supply the required indirect goods and services at the lowest total cost.
Primary Responsibilities
Provide strategic and tactical leadership of the indirect procurement team in execution of the indirect procurement function including approval, creation and reconciliation of purchase orders and agreements.
Develop team members and offer guidance in the negotiation of agreements, creation and execution of RFQs / RFPs, development and implementation of procurement policy.
Identification, qualification and establishment of a supply base that is capable of meeting Tektronix requirements and adhering to our terms. On-going management of key supplier relationships including regular business reviews and interaction.
Lead the team in creation of a project savings funnel, facilitate execution of these projects to meet the annual savings objectives. Drive improvement in working capital turnover through initiatives that extend payment terms within the supply base.
Coach cross-functional, non-procurement, collaborators to align with approved procurement methods, policies and tools that drive efficiency, generate savings and protect company assets.
Participate in monthly and quarterly sourcing meetings with corporate parent (Fortive) and associated operating companies to share standard methodologies and use spend / opportunity.
Resolve indirect procurement issues as they arise, become the subject matter expert within the function.
The successful candidate will possess the following combination of education and experience:
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or applicable area of study or equivalent work experience; MBA preferred.
Minimum of 7 years’ procurement experience with demonstrated success in negotiation, contract development and customer management.
Commodity Manager experience within the indirect procurement function.
Demonstrated ability to lead a professional team in a matrixed organization structure.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of procurement practices and tools.
Can organize, prioritize and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong project management and financial analysis skills with ability to solve problems and simplify work flows.
Able to break sophisticated issues down to manageable components, develop action plans and complete to a successful conclusion.
Highly motivated, success driven, with strong teamwork and influencing skills.
Demonstrate confidence and assertiveness in communicating effectively with customers.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
CPSM or equivalent certification preferred but not required.
Microsoft Office Applications skills required.
Due to U.S. Department of Commerce export control regulations governing technical data of Tektronix products, Tektronix requests certain limited information regarding the citizenship of all its applicants and employees to determine whether additional U.S. government processes will be required. Please note that Tektronix will consider applicants regardless of their citizenship status. All applicants will be considered for all positions, and Tektronix encourages all applicants to apply for all open positions.
All jobs require access to Export Administration Regulations AT1 level technology and therefore a license may be required for citizens of Cuba, North Korea, Iran, or Syria. Applicants must be willing to allow or cooperate with the company in applying for a U.S. government license, if necessary. Employment offer is contingent on Tektronix’s ability to apply and obtain a U.S. government license on your behalf, but Tektronix encourages all applicants to apply.
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of our pre-employment drug screening and background/criminal check. Tektronix is an equal opportunity employer. Tektronix does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status or familial relationship, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, veteran's status or uniformed service status, citizenship status, ancestry, expunged juvenile record, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Tektronix will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, of employee pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, and of employee religious beliefs, in accordance with and subject to applicable law. This applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including without limitation recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, working conditions, promotions, and terminations of employment.
Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.
We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.
We are a diverse team 17,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.
At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.
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Job Type: Full-time