Requisition ID:878054Position:Full-TimeTotal Rewards:Benefits/Incentive InformationIf you\'ve worn a pair of glasses, we\'ve already met.We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.Our portfolio of more than 150 renowned brands span various categories, from frames, lenses and instruments to brick and mortar and digital distribution as well as mid-range to premium segments. Our Shared Services Team, accompany and enable others within the EssilorLuxottica collective to achieve their targets. They keep people and projects running smoothly, ensuring every part of our business is provided for and well taken care of.Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!GENERAL FUNCTION Responsible for the development and implementation of the North America Indirect Procurement strategies, leading sourcing activities and ensuring the programs are aligned with global and regional program objectives. Individual will focus on continuous process/system improvements while providing exceptional customer service and cost savings in alignment with company initiatives. This person will provide guidance and direction on matters within the commodities serviced.Effective performers stay current on developments related to their respective field, actively pursue knowledge, familiarize themselves with internal processes and use information to accurately make timely decisions as well as contribute to the decision making process by logically presenting ideas to decision makers.The catagory for this position is focused on the Marketing category.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESStrategy development, including strategy coordination for related categoriesCategory Management which includes policy management, updating, identifying and implementing demand management programs, internal communications of category initiatives and reporting of results.Strives to meet several department KPIs, including, but not limited to, cost savings, customer satisfaction and spend under managementContract Negotiation and ImplementationSupplier Management and continuous evaluation/assessment of supplier performance, ensuring consistency of service, quality and compliance to contracts and established service level agreements.Ability to build and analyze financial reports for determining status and action for programs managed.Monitoring category spend and continuously evaluating options to reduce total cost of ownershipBenchmarking of internal and external costs against industry and competitive standardsAbility to build strategic supplier relationshipsLead projects and work cross functionally with regional/global teamsAbility to interface with all levels of management in all regionsBASIC QUALIFICATIONSBachelor\'s Degree in purchasing, , marketing, or applicable technical degree7+ years experience Marketing, and orcommodity procurement and managementDemonstrated leadership of purchasing department and projectsKnowledge of:General Purchasing principals and proceduresProcurement processesBusiness PrinciplesOrganizationsAccounting & FinanceSkills In:All aspects of purchasingNegotiationAnalyticsLeadershipCommunication written and oralProblem SolvingRetail based environmentExcel / PowerpointSAPPay Range: 127,063.20-176,886.00Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com.
