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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Procurement Project Manager - WD35447 About the Procurement Project Manager Role As a Manager within the Center of Excellence (COE), you will be responsible for overseeing and managing procurement projects to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with organizational standards. The role entails coordinating with various stakeholders, vendors, and team members to execute procurement initiatives successfully. The Procurement Project Manager will play a pivotal role in driving continuous improvement, optimizing processes, and implementing best practices within the procurement function. This role reports directly to the Director of Strategic Procurement at our Milwaukee Headquarters. This role will be based in the US. How you will do it: Project Management: * Lead end-to-end procurement projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure phases. * Develop project plans, timelines, and milestones to achieve procurement objectives efficiently. * Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align project goals with organizational objectives. * Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery. Stakeholder Collaboration: * Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and requirements. * Establish strong working relationships with suppliers, vendors, and contractors to facilitate smooth procurement processes. * Communicate effectively with stakeholders to provide updates, gather feedback, and address concerns throughout the project lifecycle. Process Optimization: * Evaluate existing procurement processes and identify areas for improvement. * Develop and implement strategies to streamline procurement procedures, enhance efficiency, and reduce costs. * Utilize data analytics and performance metrics to measure the effectiveness of procurement processes and identify optimization opportunities. Continuous Improvement: * Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function to enhance performance and deliver value to the organization. * Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in procurement and supply chain management. * Recommend and implement innovative solutions to optimize procurement strategies, systems, and practices. #LI-TD1 What you get: * Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching all starting on date of hire * Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts * Parental and caregiver leave programs * All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits * Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership * HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, gender, ethnicity, and all other characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law. Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals ith disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Required Qualifications * Bachelor\'s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field * 3-5 years of experience in Procurement, Operations or Supply Chain management * Strong project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver projects on time and within budget * Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data and metrics for decision-making and process improvement ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=825a4d5c93064fcb11fd3f12126d52fd Other: Applicants ONLY to apply via URL link provided! Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.