You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team. McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.

We are looking to hire a Procurement Senior Manager (Professional Services) immediately in a Hybrid (50/50) capacity at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, Maryland.

What We Bring To The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities
• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
• We prioritize our communities and the planet we share. We are proud to be awarded as a Diversity Inc. Top 50 company for Diversity and have multiple Sustainability awards (ranking #22 in the World and #1 in Food Products)
• Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness
• Tuition assistance

POSITION OVERVIEW

Responsible for assigned categories and the development of strategies and programs to optimize cost, rationalize the supply base and bring value to the Corporation while mitigating risk. May manage subordinates. Includes strategy execution activity supporting Direct and/or In direct spend. Participation in the development of OGSM and Procurement planning activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Management of Procurement for their categories globally. Leads the negotiations of procured materials and services to assure optimal TCO (Cost, Quality, Delivery, Innovation) achieved. Develops and implements strategies to assure lowest overall cost while mitigating risk to the Corporation.

Promotes high level of customer satisfaction in supporting the needs of Divisional projects & requirements for Purchasing guidance & leadership.

Participates in the planning and forecasting process to establish standard costs and provide explanations for price variances at Division level.

Participates and may lead change management efforts while creating true alignment & integration internally and externally. Acts as internal consultant.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Accounting or applicable field of study

• 8+ years in Purchasing/Supply Chain environment with appropriate business experience (2 yrs minimum experience in Management Consulting Procurement or similar Procurement).
• 5+ yrs project management, execution of or participation in large, multiple or cross-functional projects (may have been done concurrently with Purchasing/Supply Chain experience).
• Proven experience and success in leading major cost savings initiatives and cross functional teams.
• Thorough knowledge of industries for assigned categories.
• Good understanding of material functionality, material flow and handling to optimize supply chain effectiveness.
• McCormick product and business knowledge. Knowledge of Company priorities and strategic direction.
• Ability to assess and analyze moderately complex business opportunities.
• Ability to deal with diverse and sometimes conflicting priorities.
• Sound and comprehensive communication and diplomacy skills
• Project Management Professional

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in Business or related field
• CPM or APICS certification

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McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.