Procurement Manager

Procurement ManagerOnsite SettingThe person in this position will be responsible for assigned categories for McC Kutas UAE and the development of category strategies and programs to optimize cost, rationalize the supply base and bring value to the Corporation while mitigating risk.Scope includes coordinating and leading strategy execution activity supporting direct spending. Scope also includes Accountability for development, optimization, de-risking and execution of raw materials, ingredients, and packaging sourcing. KEY RESPONSIBILITIESManagement of Procurement for direct and packaging materials for McC Kutas ME. Leads the negotiations of procured materials and services to assure optimal TCO (Cost, Quality, Delivery, Innovation) achieved.Develops and implements strategies to assure lowest overall cost while mitigating risk to the Corporation. These strategies may be specific to McC Kutas UAE or aligned with Global Procurement Strategies for relevant categoriesDevelops and documents in-depth knowledge of markets, supply chain, and suppliers. Assists with making vs. buy decisions.Conduct formal presentations as well as coordinate & conduct supplier reviews.Select and develop best-in-class suppliers to meet business needs identified through cross-functional teams within the business.Ensure price negotiations, alternative suppliers, contingency plans and create annual de-risking programs.Communicate vendor management program to suppliers to ensure they understand and meet cost, quality and service level targets. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Accounting or applicable field of study required.Experience in Purchasing/Supply Chain environment with appropriate business experience ideally in FMCG and food production work environment.Work Experience in a multinational companyVery good English language knowledgeproject management, execution of or participation in large, multiple or cross-functional projects.Systems capabilities to maximize supplier performance and negotiating leverage.Experience in import and customs clearance process.Sound and comprehensive communication and diplomacy skills are required to exchange complicated information.COMPANY Company manufactures, markets, and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavourful products to the entire food industry, retail outlets, food manufactures, food service businesses and consumers.While our global headquarters are in the Baltimore, Maryland, USA area, McCormick operates and serves customers from nearly 60 locations in 25 countries and 170 markets in Asia-Pacific, China, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and the Americas, including North, South and Central America.At McCormick, we have over a 100-year legacy based on our “Power of People” principle. This principle fosters an unusually dedicated workforce requiring a culture of respect, recognition, inclusion and collaboration based on the highest ethical values.TO APPLY Agencies: McCormick as needed will work with external recruitment vendors through our Agency Portal. Unless previously contacted, McCormick does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies.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, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.