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Additional Information

This position is open to U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals who are currently authorized to work in the United States on a valid visa. The base salary range for this position is $92,000 - 138,000 + cash incentives. Actual salary offers may vary based on work experience. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified. Our current Benefits include: Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, 401k Match, Family Leave, PTO & Paid Holiday Schedule, Pet, Legal, and Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement (Benefits listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment and/or work location).

Red Bull North America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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Company Description

As part of Red Bull’s category management strategy within our Operations business unit, the POS Procurement Manager, reporting to the Sr. Manager of POS Technical Procurement leads temporary POS procurement. This includes the development of category strategies, supplier relationship management, and understanding of brand and design standards to ensure high-quality, on-brand assets are delivered to market. The Procurement Manager leads RFPs and POS to display structural design to achieve the ideal balance of quality, service, and cost. Using structured processes, the Procurement Manager drives sourcing activity and looks for creative opportunities for strategic partnerships that promote growth, manage risk, and foster seamless business continuity. You will provide technical direction, advice, and counsel on a wide array of POS display and procurement processes and issues. The POS Procurement Manager is a key connector and collaborator between departments, who ensures that decisions made have a balanced impact.

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Job Description

PROCUREMENT STRATEGY & SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT

Support the Procurement strategy to reduce costs and drive efficiencies through optimization of sourcing processes, designs, materials, and services.

Build category strategies including deep data dives, market overview, cost analysis, gap analysis, vendor rationalization, and initiative development.

Implement high-level supplier strategies to use and improve relationships.

Optimize supplier base with strong supplier relationship management, including supplier evaluations, direct feedback for growth, and sourcing new suppliers to fill gaps.

Conduct root cause analysis for supplier performance issues, improve corrective actions, and ensure resolution.

Provide reports to monitor spending, identify trends and opportunities, and aid in supplier performance activities.

Manage all areas of supplier performance (setting expectations, issue resolution, development, continuous improvement, goal measurement).

Manage the complete contract lifecycle from negotiation through execution.

Manage assigned categories and projects to ensure execution on time and within the budget.

PRODUCT MANAGEMENT & SUPPLY CHAIN OPTIMIZATION

Ensure accurate product data, renderings, and installation instructions for temporary and semi-permanent POS displays.

Lead end-to-end sourcing from qualification and supplier briefing to executing tenders, negotiating prices, selecting suppliers, and managing commercial impacts.

Support sustainability and innovation through material selection, design optimization, and efficient pack-outs.

Participate in press checks and ensure product quality meets all specifications.

Support supply chain practices that reduce total supply chain costs, reduce lead times, and maximize customer service levels.

PARTNERSHIPS

Work with team members in Trade Marketing to align their creative vision with vendor design and capabilities.

Provide first line of communication with assigned suppliers and company partners.

Work with the Risk Management Team to reduce risks associated with materials and services.

Manage supplier relationships to meet our requirements and ensure agreement on Brand standards provided by Trade Marketing team.

Work with team members in Trade Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure business plans are met in support of the Sales organization.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or other related field.

5+ years of experience in Procurement with proven experience designing, issuing, and managing the end-to-end RFP process, executing robust supplier relationship management, and leading negotiations.

Direct experience with temporary and semi-permanent POS materials, including technical structural design review, print production, cost drivers, and market installation.

Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills; able to create and maintain strong stakeholder relationships while firmly defending procurement policies and negotiation positions.

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Creative problem solver with experience in root cause analysis.

Develop procurement strategies with suppliers including ongoing negotiations, pricing, important supply chain metrics improvement and daily support of efficient supply chain operations.

Systems experience, including SAP/, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, and Ariba.

Exceptional project planning skills including ability to create realistic timelines, identify critical path and milestones, and manage exceptions smoothly and successfully.

High level of adaptability, strong customer service attitude, and ability to maintain composure and generate results when faced with unexpected challenges.

Experience writing service contracts, letters of understanding, and/or supply agreements preferred.

CPSM, CPM, and/or Six Sigma certification preferred.