Director of Procurement

102027 701 Cool Springs Blvd, Franklin, Tennessee 37067 TruGreen accepts applications on an ongoing basis. Job Description TruGreen is committed to providing personalized attention for our associates. We focus on developing our people by building proud, dynamic teams while helping associates reach their personal and professional goals. We continuously strive to make TruGreen an employer of choice and "a great place to work!" Position Overview Responsible for developing objectives, policies, and procedures for the purchasing/procurement/sourcing of goods and services encompassing all purchasing functions organization-wide, often including multiple facilities. Responsible for formulating and communicating the organization's purchasing programs for services, software, component parts, equipment, and supplies. May also direct the purchase of supplies and services for non-production departments. Has comprehensive knowledge of the marketplace. Typically in larger organizations, this is a manager level. Responsibilities Develop and lead the strategy for optimizing TruGreen's $650 million indirect spend (i.e. Sales & Marketing, HR, IT, communications, travel, uniforms, etc.). Develop and maintain key customer relationships with BU and functional VP’s and other leaders to ensure alignment of objectives and priorities with the BU’s. Develop and drive compliance with indirect spend buying policies and procedures. Drive continuous improvement in process control, automation, and innovation. Develop and implement best practices for managing all indirect spend activities including standardization of specs, spend aggregation, supplier consolidation, demand reduction, supply chain optimization, and inventory control to control costs and maximize value. Develop and coach associates. Perform financial planning and analysis to identify value improvement opportunities for the indirect spend categories and to support the business units. Manage relationships and performance with indirect spend suppliers Education And Experience Requirements A bachelor's degree is required and a master's degree is strongly preferred. 15 years of demonstrated success in leading automation in financial, technology, and/or purchasing processes across diverse businesses and cultures. Demonstrated success in building relationships with senior leaders and providing value/synergy between business needs and technological innovation. Proven ability to lead people, projects, and process changes. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Knowledge of direct and indirect category products and services Comprehensive knowledge of sourcing and category management concepts, principles, practices, and strategies Comprehensive knowledge of contractual terms and conditions (e.g., indemnification, intellectual property, force majeure, amendments/exhibits, statements of work) Contract negotiation skills Executive presence and influencing skills Financial analysis skills Organizational, project and process management and leadership skills Written and verbal communication skills, including delivering presentations Business process analysis skills Attention to detail and quantitative analytical skills Supervisory management and leadership skills, including coaching and performance management Computer skills with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Physical Demands & Working Conditions The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly required to: Sit, stand, and walk Use hands and arms to handle, feel or reach Speak and hear Use close vision abilities Occasionally required to: Lift or move up to 25 lbs Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while perf…

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