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Company Description
Who we are?
JDE Peet’s is the world's leading pure-play coffee and tea company, with local roots dating back to 1753, and is headquartered in the Netherlands. We unleash the possibilities of coffee and tea in more than 100 countries with a portfolio of over 50 brands, including L’OR, Peet’s, Jacobs, Senseo, Tassimo, Douwe Egberts, OldTown, Super, Pickwick, and Moccona.
What’s it like to work at JDE Peet’s?
We are people united by the power and possibility of tea and coffee. At JDE Peet’s, we thrive on the freedom to pursue opportunities, provoking new ideas to make an impact at scale. Our ambition is simple – JDE Peet's: unleashing the possibilities of coffee and tea.
We bring action to our intentions, following through on what was agreed, always pushing things forward. We offer our people a range of learning and development programmes to support their personal growth. We’ve worked hard to build an open, collaborative environment where you can approach anyone and be heard.
At JDE Peet's, we believe it’s amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee or tea. We also believe that a diverse and inclusive culture enables us to serve every coffee and tea lover in the best possible way. No matter who you are, where you come from, how you live your life, or how you enjoy your coffee or tea, you can fulfil your ambitions and contribute to our success.
When you grow, we grow, and coffee & tea grows.
UNLEASH YOUR POSSIBILITY!
Find out more at https://careers-ihq.jdepeets.com/
Job Description
To start with, the position of Global Procurement Director Technical & Logistics is a member of our Procurement Leadership team, which is part of Global Supply organization. The Procurement function is on the journey to a World's Class Procurement Organization delivering against JDE Peet’s Business ambition. Key responsibilities include delivering the most competitive cost & cash base, creating top-line value by building and managing a strong supplier base, and championing a culture of pride and performance in the Procurement team. The team is diverse, collaborative, and focused on learning and growth.
As a Global Procurement Director Technical & Logistics, you will be responsible for strategic direction and delivering best-in-class results in categories such as Capex, MRO, Energy, Ocean Freight, Port Handling, Inbound and Inland Transportation, Warehousing & Distribution, Co-Packing, and Pallet Management.
Skills
We seek a knowledgeable professional with strong interpersonal skills and a drive for success. Your role is crucial in creating and protecting value in our supply chain. Responsibilities include:
Building, leading, and coaching a high-performing team (8-10 buyers and procurement managers) to develop and implement category sourcing plans that deliver tangible results.
Ensuring development and execution of robust sourcing strategies, risk mitigation, productivity initiatives, supplier development, and relationship management.
Identifying and prioritizing opportunities for total cost of ownership savings and driving their implementation.
Building effective stakeholder relationships across functions and regions to maximize value and continuous improvement.
Proactively managing supplier relationships to deliver cost & cash results, drive improvements, and position JDE Peet’s as a customer of choice.
Qualifications
We are looking for a proven track record of delivering top-tier cost and cash results, accountability, and strategic vision. Experience in a global procurement environment, direct material procurement, and understanding of your value addition are important. Additional desirable skills include:
Experience with risk management tools
Experience with strategic sourcing models and supplier management programs
Excellent communication and influencing skills
Ability to thrive amid ambiguity and change
Additional Information
If interested, apply to join us. The recruitment process includes an online assessment, interviews, and possibly a pre-employment check. Our work environment is hybrid, combining office and remote work. We value growth, skill development, and offer a competitive salary with benefits.
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