Kappa Search | Chicago Recruiters | Procurement Opportunities

Kappa Search Inc. is a Chicago employment agency that specializes in the recruitment and placement of engineering, sales, manufacturing, procurement and supply chain professionals. We are currently recruiting for a Director of Procurement for a growth opportunity at a consumer products manufacturer as follows:

• Development of a procurement strategy, vendor reduction initiatives, bidding process, vendor evaluation, certification and qualification programs.

• Monitor vendor performance, means by which volume can be better leveraged on global basis.

• Oversee the procurement process, ensuring that business requirements are met and cost is optimized.

• Assisting the company in attaining strategic and operational objectives.

• Standardize negotiations and dealings with vendors

• Drive vendor consolidation to achieve proper levels of efficiency and leverage.

• Balance internal business needs, corporate risk and cost efficiency while providing timely support and guidance.

• Provide supplier contract administration and supplier management support to the business.

• Understand product requirements to assist in the development of specifications, negotiations with vendors, presentations supporting recommendations, analysis identifying vendor performance.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or a related field.
• Purchasing experience with consumer products.
  
• Minimum of 10 years of procurement experience.
  
• 5 years of strategic global sourcing experience or commensurate experience in related functions.
• Candidates must have prior experience with proven success in the implementation of procurement best practices.
• “Hands On” management style and a minimum of 5 years experience managing direct reports.