Global Capital Procurement Lead

Summary : The Global Capital Procurement Lead will be responsible for setting the strategic vision and approach for how we drive value throughout the supply chain within the Global Procurement team. This role reports to the VP, Head of Global Procurement, and may be based in the Company’s Knoxville, TN headquarters or remotely. The individual will have significant interaction with Sr leadership to drive improved strategies in support of the overall organization. The Leader will manage a team of regional / global Sourcing Managers and Analysts, leveraging strong cross-functional collaboration and implementation of best in class sourcing activities. This position requires analytical proficiency, excellent interpersonal and communication abilities and proven contract negotiation skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Lead strategic thinking, thought leadership and supplier management in Capital spend areas for equipment and construction.
• Accountable for the development and execution of multi-year category strategies, aligning our sourcing objectives and strategies with overall business objectives.
• Perform best in class sourcing activities from end to end including spend and market analysis, sourcing strategy, RFx, negotiations, contracting, process improvement, and ongoing supplier and stakeholder management.
• Inspire trust and build strong, positive, productive relationships with key business stakeholders.
• Cultivate leadership skills and create an environment of continual improvement both in and outside of your team.
• Develop and support key metrics (TCO, Supplier KPIs, Program Compliance, Savings Pipeline) to ensure needs of business are met.
• Demonstrate an unyielding passion for the guest experience, culture, mission and vision.

Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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