Tractor Supply Company

Overall Job Summary

This position is responsible for directing and overseeing the indirect purchasing function of multiple categories, specifically the IT category. This includes strategic sourcing, supplier management, cost reduction and project management for non-merchandise materials, services, and fixed assets. This position is responsible for the strategy and identification of expense reduction opportunities, while identifying areas of continuous improvement and automation. This position will also lead direct reports and drive accountability with their partners.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)

• Develop and implement a long-term strategic plan for their assigned categories.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with stakeholders to deliver maximum results and drive shared accountability.
• Lead a team of Sourcing Professionals guiding them on procurement techniques, customer service and project management skills. Encourage continuous improvement while providing opportunities for development and training.
• Lead high spend, highly strategic sourcing event strategies within the IT space to optimize costs, quality, and business efficiencies, while mitigating undue risk through competitive processes and negotiations.
• Facilitate implementation of procurement continuous improvement initiatives within the categories assigned to improve business performance. Develop and maintain expert knowledge of respective global supply markets, competitors, and product innovations
• Provide assistance, instructions and information to stakeholders, suppliers and prospective suppliers on TSC purchasing policies and procedures.
• Secure and analyze quotations, research product market information, negotiate prices and terms with suppliers, and recommend suppliers based on cost, quality, and service.
• Troubleshoot and resolve category or supplier opportunities to improve bottom line and performance.

Required Qualifications

Experience: 8-10 years in a progressive managerial purchasing position focused on strategic sourcing and complex negotiations. Experience in Information Technology categories required.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field is required. Master’s degree a plus. Any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered.

Professional Certifications: Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) Certification preferred.

Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities

• Experience with SAP and Ariba strongly preferred.
• Ability to communicate and effectively negotiate with suppliers, emphasizing costs, quality, delivery times and other supplier related issues.
• Ability to critically evaluate current policies and practices and identify improvement opportunities.
• Proven negotiating skills for multi-million-dollar projects.
• Strong change management and project management skills
• Knowledge of the strategic procurement process
• Working knowledge of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and strong systems orientation.
• Strong, problem solving, communication, organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to write and enforce policies, procedures and executive summaries.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Working Conditions

• Normal office working conditions
• Occasional travel required

Physical Requirements

• Sitting
• Standing (not walking)
• Walking
• Kneeling/Stooping/Bending
• Reaching overhead
• Lifting up to 10 pounds

Disclaimer

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor.

Company Info

At Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply, our Team Members are the heart of our success. Their dedication, passion, and hard work drive everything we do, and we are committed to supporting them with a comprehensive and accessible total reward package. We understand the evolving needs of our Team Members and their families, and we strive to offer meaningful, competitive, and sustainable benefits that support their well-being today and in the future.

Our benefits extend beyond medical, dental, and vision coverage, including company-paid life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources such as adoption and surrogacy assistance, for all full-time Team Members and all part-time Team Members. Part time new hires gain eligibility for TSC Benefits by averaging at least 15 hours per week during their 90-day lookback period. The lookback period starts the first of the month following the date of hire. If the 15-hour requirement was met, the benefits eligibility date will be the first day of the month following 4 months of continuous service.

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