Candidates must be local to the Cincinnati area, intermittent on-site presence is expected 2-3 times per month.
Job Description
Manage the day to day execution of program management initiatives, project portfolio and support capabilities within Indirect Sourcing. Implement strategic direction and function as a liaison to drive cost savings within the business units. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.
Experience managing business change initiatives
Ability to load and analyze data sets, develop pivot tables and reports in Excel
Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively communicate to customers and all levels of the organization
Proven track record of delivering objectives on time and within budget
Knowledge of the sourcing process and levers that produce savings
Knowledge and understanding of project life cycles
Managing multiple projects.
Experience in identifying market opportunities and developing category/project strategies to maximize savings
Experience in identifying broader opportunities across a range of categories and developing strategies to maximize savings
Using general business understanding of financials, cost drivers, market conditions and leverage opportunities across a wide range of industries.
Must be able to confidently use knowledge to discuss/negotiate with suppliers
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and lead all facets of program budgeting, including the development and ongoing management of annual budgets; capital and expense Plan/forecast future budgets
Create and manage project schedules through an identified tracking tool, this includes developing guidelines, criteria, and establishing resource planning requirements
Partner with departmental and business management teams to evaluate requirements and determine the best solutions for initiatives, utilizing information from a variety of sources, including internal best practices and competitor/industry practices
Ensure project goals are defined and monitored to ensure agreements are met
Lead in the development of messaging, content, and themes for department communications
Partner with Category Managers with data, negotiations, and research to keep projects on-track
Ensure incorporation of robust category strategy/management processes across the categories
Develop progress and status reporting for corporate strategic planning team
Develop senior executive updates on indirect sourcing, including coordination of Cost Leadership Council
Coordinate enablement programs including skills inventory, gap analysis and training
Requirements:
5+ Project Coordination/Management experience
2+ years of Salesforce experience mandatory
Strong attention to detail and good communication skills