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The Sr. Manager of Procurement Real Estate Operation is a dynamic and results-driven leader who will direct, develop, and implement the necessary functional and process competencies to plan, source, purchase, and deliver world-class products. Key activities for this position include developing category strategies, risk mitigation, market analysis, RFx development, negotiation planning, competitive price, and cost analysis, financial analysis, contract development, and supplier management. We are looking for a passionate, driven, visionary leader with a track-record of performance.

The REO Procurement Senior Manager will work with the various Facility Operations teams, Eng. Teams, and Construction teams that support R&D and Manufacturing along with developing new sourcing strategies. The REO Procurement organization is responsible for assessing, sourcing, and managing WD Real Estate Operation suppliers, supporting WD’s technology and operational track globally. 

The incumbent requires to develop and maintain strong collaborative and cooperative working relationships with team members across different functions and at different levels within the organization. The position requires enthusiasm, passion, attention to detail, and a desire to lead a high-performance team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages a group of Commodity Managers located in various Asia Regions.
• Manages complex sourcing initiatives, leads cross-functional teams and ensures teams understand supply market dynamics and develop innovative supply solutions.
• Manage WD’s growing supply base through strong Commodity Strategies and drive continuous supplier improvement through the development of scorecards and KPI expectations.
• Influencing the supplier (or suppliers) in investments that meet WD future requirements.
• Accountable for all aspects of supplier relationship management including all technical, commercial, delivery, and quality.
• Develops and supports the overall vision, strategy, and execution plan for the global CAPEX and OPEX Sourcing function. Achieving deeper alignment with stakeholders to pursue business strategies in innovation, agility, and supply reliability.
• Capable of Negotiating and executing master supply contracts and other critical agreements.
• Develop relationships with key stakeholders to identify opportunities to leverage our partners’ capability to grow business.
• Lead and manage the category strategy definition and planning across a portfolio of categories grounded in rigorous data analysis.
• Lead rapid risk mitigation of raw material and equipment supply base and develop appropriate strategies to ensure the successful launch of CAPEX and OPEX Projects.
• Supply Risk Management, understanding supply base risks, and taking preventative actions in the supplier network and contract designs.
• Establish and manage strategic supplier relationships at the executive level.
• Work in partnership with the various engineering teams to develop an approved and qualified global supply base, develop strategic partnerships that address our needs and, on an ongoing basis, continuously improve supplier performance and continuity of supply.
• Prioritize sourcing efforts, develop baseline spending, and manages sequential sourcing waves.
• Responsible for conducting spend analysis, analyzing supply markets, identifying sourcing value levers, supplier segmentation, and executing competitive RFx, and leading supplier negotiations.
• Builds strong relationships with Executive Team and key stakeholders across the business to agree on business goals and key requirements and remove obstacles for sourcing teams.
• Ensures integrity of savings tracking and reporting efforts and works with the Finance team to ensure negotiated savings are realized.
• Establishes leading supplier management practices, building policies and procedures for reviewing supplier performance and ensuring new value is created year over year.
• Promote a culture of inclusiveness, teamwork, and collaboration that allows the company culture to thrive and prosper throughout the organization.
• Continuously work toward building a high-performance Sourcing team.

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts is required in relevant areas such as Facility, Construction, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or similar discipline
• MBA and other relevant degrees/certifications (e.g., CPM, CPSM) are highly desirable
• 10 years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing Strategies, or related experience. 
• Knowledge of clean room requirements

SKILLS:

• Excellent English communication skills (Writing/Speaking)
• An empathetic thought leader who can help shape our supplier/partner organization for our ambitious growth plans in the years to come.
• Organized, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong listening, analytic and organizational skills.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to drive conflict resolution.
• Results Driven.

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