Job Details

Responsible for Global indirect / Capex procurement initiatives with a transformational purpose of Procurement function in Shape Corp

Essential Job Functions include, but not limited to, the following:

• Develop and maintain a globally aligned indirect / Capex supply base that maximizes profitability through world-class service quality, delivery, innovation, and cost

• Develop and execute category strategies for indirect / Capex spend areas (e.g., IT, professional services, Capex etc.) based on market and technology trends

• Identify business unit needs from the supply base and proactively develop necessary capabilities.

• Oversee all activities related to the procurement of indirect goods, services and Capex to support enterprise-wide operational and strategic needs

• Analyze and evaluates market trends, global supply/demand, global economic factors and use data to develop sourcing strategies across multiple Business Units.

• Aggregate and leverage total indirect / capex spend globally

• Build and maintain excellent supplier base partnership.

• Facilitate the development of a transformational procurement roadmap aligned with global business objectives

• Ensure all procurement initiatives support growth, digital transformation, operational efficiency, and talent development

• Investigate and implement alternative sourcing models and technologies that provide competitive advantage

• Additional functions not specifically outlined in this position description as directed by the leader.

• Reporting of monthly procurement KPIs, including transformation milestones and strategic impact metrics

Leadership capabilities:

• Vision: Envisions a desired future and generates excitement by conveying a compelling, shared vision

• Development: Fosters a development culture by encouraging all team members to embrace a growth mindset and taking actions daily to develop themselves and those around them

• Communication: Communicates well and frequently provides explanations to stakeholders

• Trust: Influences others by building credibility and positive relationships rather than relying on authority to generate momentum around Shape priorities

• Problem Solving: Continuous improvement and the use of proven, problem-solving methodology.

Foundational capabilities

• Relationship building and inclusion (Interpersonal savvy) : Relates comfortably with people across levels, functions, cultures, geographies, ages, genders, class, backgrounds, disabilities, ethnicities. Builds rapport in an open, friendly, and accepting way, even when facing difficult or tense situations. Identifies interpersonal and group dynamics and reacts effectively. Actively work toward reducing bias in decision making and support equitable treatment and opportunity for all.

• Influencing: Gain buy-in and garner support for ideas, decisions, proposals, and solutions by building credibility, with or without formal authority. Manages up, down, and across effectively by anticipating and responding proactively to stakeholder reactions. Mobilizes others to take action to advance work objectives and positive impact : Demonstrated ability to influence and mobilize stakeholders towards a common vision.

• Customer focus: Demonstrate the capacity to anticipate, identify and understand the wants and needs of customers and give priority to satisfying and exceeding them, by being a business partner. Effectively manage customer expectations, enable the development and delivery of quality services and products, and place emphasis on building customer loyalty by continually enhancing the customer experience.

Technical competencies

• Strategic Sourcing: Strategic sourcing is to find the best possible values in the marketplace and align its purchasing strategy to business goalsincluding internal and external benchmarking. Use knowledge of suppliers strategy and capabilities, internal capabilities, industry and market trends to create competitive environment/advantage, leverage permanently the best from each supplier, demonstrating a passion to win and a hunting mindset (never give-up mindset), develop long-term strategies, translate them into business plans, and modify the plan based on changing conditions in order to achieve sustained competitive advantage.

• Negotiation: Able to reach agreement, compromise, and win concessions without damaging relationships. Effectively explore interests and options to find common ground and achieve outcomes that maximize value for Shape and acceptance by all parties.

• Business and financial acumen: Demonstrate an understanding of the company's business strategy, organizational structure, financial concepts (such as budgeting and forecasting), core processes, products, and technologies. Able to get things done both through formal channels and informal networks. Recognize personal role in the performance of the organization and incorporate business impact into decision making. Maximize results by aligning work activities with the organization's goals, needs and values. Manage and improve profit through financial analysis tools, quote management, customer facing documentation, value stream optimization.

• Legal and Compliance / Contracs: Compliance : Demonstrate an understanding of and ensure alignment with company policies, governing bodies, and relevent local, state, federal, and international legal, ethical, and regulatory requirements. Uphold mandated tracking and reporting, stay current on and conform to regulatory changes, continuously monitor risks in business activities, and apply the right measures to control, manage, and elevate them

Contract : The understanding of legal aspect of contractual obligations and the ability to formulate a sound agreement with the supply base. Fully incorporates the terms and conditions of the company to provide the maximum protection.