Sourcing Operations Manager

• Sourcing Operations will have overall accountability for managing a subset of supplier relationships across the Packaging Category within a defined region. This includes being responsible for the planning organization directing and controlling of the supply of packaging which is produced for our customer(s) which is used within their restaurants (QSR segmentation).
• The role will deploy and manage a consistent global supplier engagement framework supplier performance metrics and sourcing strategies. The primary responsibilities for the role include managing assured supply of packaging products supplier development supplier selection supplier performance and capacity and contingency management.
• This individual will collaborate internally with the Strategic Sourcing Commercial Delivery and Category Management functions as well as Quality and SIPD. From an external engagement perspective in addition to being the primary relationship owner for our supply base the individual will provide support as a subject matter expert to our customer when necessary.

• Inventory management of suppliers that deliver uninterrupted supply of core and promotional product to the system at a level of quality innovation and cost consistent with the customer's standards and expectations.
• Support Supplier Relationships programs across the supplier base in the defined region
• Manage raw material and risk management aspects of the packaging supply chain both at strategic level and with regard to supply contingency and pricing fluctuations
• Lead Capacity/Contingency gap identification
• Implement supplier strategies against the product category roadmaps to meet overall category needs and the customer's long term business objectives
• Serve as the escalation point for supplier issues across the business.
• Collaborate with internal customers especially Procurement Services and Product Management during the strategic sourcing review process to deliver against defined objectives. Key responsibilities in this area include supplier selection supplier onboarding negotiations and contract management.
• Manage and implement overall supplier capacity requirements to support the product strategies and roadmaps inclusive of any necessary supplier investment strategies.
• Manage execution of supplier contract management in partnership with Procurement Services.

• 4-year supply chain degree with 3-5 years' experience in supply chain sourcing category management and/or procurement
• Demonstrated delivery of Supplier Management and Supplier Performance management that result in measurable valuable outcomes (e.g. innovation supply chain stability sustainability cost savings)

• Strong analytical capabilities
• Results proven negotiation capabilities
• Strong critical thinking capabilities
• Highly collaborative
• Influence without authority
• Business and financial acumen
• Strong relationship / strategic partnering skills
• Technical background preferred (engineering or supply chain discipline)
• MBA preferred
• Skilled in using computer software applications such as Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook & Team
• Previous experience working as a Buyer or Supply/Demand Planner

• Our commitment to rewarding results
• Opportunities to work with talented and driven individuals at every level of our company who respect each other treat each other fairly and hold one another accountable for our customers'-and our company's-success

What We Do

tms unites technology and marketing and sourcing to drive transformational change for the world’s leading brands. With 1200+ employees across 26 countries we offer an impressive range of solutions — from inspiration and innovation to category management and delivery. ​ Headquartered in Chicago with 10 offices worldwide we are responsible for some of the world’s most successful and iconic long-term marketing platforms including McDonald’s Happy Meal and MONOPOLY programs. Operating as a creative agency a strategic consultancy and a technology provider we engage with over 110 million customers every single day for clients including McDonald’s adidas T-Mobile Starbucks Vue and O2.

Why Work With Us

We have a culture of collaboration that fosters creativity among a diverse mix of talent. From Lunch and Learns to guided meditation sessions led by our people we believe that celebrating the skills experiences and inspiration of our people brings us closer to the results that matter.

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