Über diese Sr Procurement Manager Stelle bei Blue Yonder
Job Title: Senior Procurement Manager
Location: Dallas, TX
Type: Hybrid
Overview
Role summary The Senior Procurement Manager is responsible for leading strategic sourcing and procurement activities across multiple categories to maximize commercial value, reduce total cost of ownership, ensure supply continuity, and support business objectives. This role will manage a team, collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders, and drive supplier performance and innovation.
What you’ll do
Key responsibilities Strategy & Category Management
Define and execute category strategies aligned to business goals, including demand forecasting, market intelligence, and supplier segmentation.
Develop multi-year sourcing plans, prioritizing high-impact opportunities.
Sourcing & Contracting
Lead complex sourcing events (RFX, RFPs, RFIs), supplier selection, total cost analysis, and contract negotiations.
Establish commercial terms, SLAs, and contractual frameworks that protect the business and enable flexibility.
Supplier Relationship & Performance
Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers; conduct regular business reviews and performance assessments.
Implement supplier scorecards, KPIs, and continuous improvement plans.
Risk, Compliance & Governance
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks including financial, geopolitical, quality, and continuity risks.
Ensure procurement activities comply with policies, regulatory requirements, and corporate ethics standards.
Oversee procurement approvals, delegation of authority, and audit readiness.
Leadership & Collaboration
Lead, mentor, and develop procurement team members; set objectives and monitor performance.
Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders (operations, finance, engineering, product, legal) to influence demand, specifications, and sourcing timelines.
Analytics & Continuous Improvement
Use spend analytics and market insights to identify savings opportunities and optimize supplier base.
Drive automation, process standardization, and adoption of procurement tools.
Financial & Commercial Outcomes
Deliver cost savings, margin improvement, improved payment and cash terms, and reduction in total cost of ownership.
Manage category budgets and support financial planning.
What we are looking for
Required qualifications & experience
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering or related field. Master’s or MBA is a plus.
Minimum 8 years of progressive procurement experience, including 3+ years in a managerial or senior/category lead role.
Experience managing indirect and/or direct procurement categories relevant to the business.
Demonstrated success leading strategic sourcing and complex negotiations.
Experience with ERP and procurement platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa, Ariba) and spend analytics tools.
Strong commercial acumen, analytical capability, and stakeholder management skills.
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The annual salary range for this position is $120,334.55 - $151,665.44
The salary range information provided, reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual salary will be commensurate with skills, experience, certifications or licenses and other relevant factors. In addition, this role will be eligible to participate in either the annual performance bonus or commission program, determined by the nature of the position.
At Blue Yonder, we care about the wellbeing of our employees and those most important to them. This is reflected in our robust benefits package and options that includes:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
401K with Matching
Flexible Time Off
Corporate Fitness Program
A variety of voluntary benefits such as; Legal Plans, Accident and Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and much more
At Blue Yonder, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging in which everyone can share their unique voices and talents in a safe space. We continue to be guided by our core values and are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. We understand that your career search may look different than others, and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience.
Our Values
If you want to know the heart of a company, take a look at their values. Ours unite us. They are what drive our success – and the success of our customers. Does your heart beat like ours? Find out here: Core Values
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
