MEP Category Management Program Lead (Procurement) at Cushman & Wakefield

Job TitleMEP Category Management Program Lead (Procurement)Job Description SummaryThis role interfaces with the business lines to lead the development and implementation of category strategies and supplier relationship management company wide. The primary responsibility of this position is to select and manage robust preferred supplier program in mechanical electrical plumbing (MEP) and adjacent materials & services that drive value for our clients.Job DescriptionResponsibilities: Leadership-Creates a working environment that encourages high performance and innovation.Becomes a trusted advisor and subject matter expert on the categories.Removes roadblocks to enable the delivery of procurement company and client goals.Promotes compliance with C&Ws code of conduct.May manage the work of others directly or indirectly.Category Management-Establishes category plans and strategy to ensure the right solution for C&W business lines.Responsible for working with procurement business partners and service line leadership to align category management vision with service line and procurement priorities.Drives EBITDA growth through C&Ws preferred suppliers.Incorporates industry best practices into category delivery.Utilizes demand planning to target value from supplier agreements.Monitors preferred supplier utilization builds roster to ensure capability to deliver across the service line portfolios and monitors performance to ensure capability to meet account needs.Ability to develop and understand data analytics to mine data to drive in depth analysis of client 3rd party spend.Ensure effective commercial arrangements.Business Influence-Communicates supply category preferred supplier metrics and helps the business drive greater adoption of the preferred supplier network.Develops and maintains strong relationships with business units and the category management team.Drives for results by consistently achieving goals in a timely manner.Develops and delivers communications with clarity and impact ensuring consistent messaging.Encourages creation and brings new best in class ideas and approaches to the table for developing and executing category strategies and working within the supply market to ensure Cushman & Wakefield meets or exceeds their objectives.Working cross-functionally with other departments including Finance Operations Technology HR Project Management etc. for delivery of category strategies.Working with C&W Legal Counsel to ensure consistent templates to enable effective negotiations and risk mitigation.Continuous Improvement/Change Management-Strong problem-solving skills utilizing continuous improvement techniques.Utilizes change management techniques to drive the development and utilization of a preferred supplier program.Qualifications: Bachelors degree in business supply chain or similar.7 years of facilities category management or operational experience from within the supply chainProfessional certifications preferred e.g. CPSM CIPS C.P.M. or evidence of continued professional growthIn-depth knowledge of Procurement and fundamentalsDemonstrated subject matter expertise in MEP hard services or adjacent categoriesStrong interpersonal and analytical skillsAbility to build relationships at all levelsInner drive to accomplish goals and not deterred by obstaclesCapacity to develop innovative strategies and solutions creative problem solverContract negotiation and ongoing management skillsAnalytics ability to mine data to drive in depth analysisBuilding and managing diverse supplier relationshipsAbility to independently lead & manage multiple projectsC&W DRIVE Values: Driven Resilient Inclusive Visionary and EntrepreneurialCushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs generally including health vision and dental insurance flexible spending accounts health savings accounts retirement savings plans life and disability insurance programs and paid and unpaid time away from addition to a comprehensive benefits package Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location date of hire total hours worked job type business line and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement the geographic area in which the work will be performed market pay rates in that area and the candidates experience and qualifications.The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.The compensation for the position is: $ 136000.00 - $160000.00Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield please call the ADA line at 1- or email. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.INCO: Cushman & Wakefield Key Skills Editorial,Access Control System,Finance Control,Contract Attorney,Garment,Airlines Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 136000 - 160000