Associate Manager, Procurement

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

ASSOCIATE MANAGER, PROCUREMENT

•          Location: Cairo - Egypt

•          Function: Procurement

Overview:

About the role

This role has direct Procurement responsibility for the overall performance and commercial relationship with selected portfolio of third party manufacturers. Working in multicultural, FMCG organization you will be exposed to MENAPT and global strategies and you will contribute to building a strong supplier base.

About the Team/Department

Reporting to the MENAPT Procurement Manager this is an exciting opportunity for professionals who have a desire to develop their career in a Procurement role in cross-functional and regional teams to deliver the Procurement objectives (these include among others, Cost Savings targets, Cash improvements, Customer Service). The results are delivered by using Procurement skills, a ‘can-do’ attitude and ability to build relationships that help to influence across functional, cultural and hierarchical boundaries

Responsibilities:

• Designing E2E supply chain with cross-functional team to make sure all the suppliers across MENAPT are having on time, in full deliveries to all production locations with the right quality.
• Proactively managing supply, quality problems, leading the communication with the suppliers, being the first point of contact to the internal stakeholders for all procurement related activities
• Identify and own the execution of new cost savings projects in order to deliver year on year cost savings.
• Collaborating cross-functionally to manage supplier transitions, minimizing the obsolescence, building the SLAs (service level agreements)
• Collaborate with procurement portfolio team to build and execute supplier strategy.
• Collaborate with procurement portfolio team to negotiate and deliver optimal supply agreements through the development of strong business relationships with suppliers.
• Manage price changes, price variances, cost cards, payment challenges etc.
• Work cross-functionally with other functions on different types of projects (NPD, restages etc.).
• Seek and share best practices and develop synergies in key areas such as market analysis, cost modeling, risk analysis and benchmarking.

Experience you’ll bring:

• Education: BS Degree in Economics/Engineering/Supply Chain Management/Business.
• Four plus years of experience in a Procurement role or relevant Product Supply functions with proven track record.

Behaviors you’ll need:

• Fluent in speaking, writing, and reading English.
• Regional experience and cross-cultural awareness.
• Ability to work independently and manage results including business knowledge needed to achieve financial targets.
• Excellent negotiation, financial analysis, problem solving and project management skills;
• Analytical mindset, with good finance and cost saving understanding.
• Good communication skills and ability to build and maintain relationships both internally and externally, at all levels.

About us:

SC Johnson is a fifth-generation family company built on a spirit of adventure and winning the right way. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building top brands such as Raid®, Glade®, Kiwi®, OFF!®, Windex®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country. Through these household names, we are making a positive difference to the world around us. But we only succeed with the combined vitality and strength of our 13,000 people who we truly value and support in their pursuit of individual and shared goals.

Inclusion & Diversity 

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.  

We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.