Procurement Manager - IT & Corporate Services

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka. 

We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery” through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

Responsibilities

• Use Performance Development System (PDS) to enhance performance within the company through evaluation, planning, and goal execution. Strive to constantly develop oneself as a valuable asset through personal and professional growth and attention to the position’s outcomes. Support the widespread use of PDS and support company culture within the organization.
• Manage supplier relationships, including performance evaluations, contract negotiations, and issue resolution to ensure continuous improvement and value optimization. Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies across all IT services and software purchases. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and ethical standards in procurement activities, including environmental and social responsibility considerations.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing procurement processes, driving innovation, and achieving organizational goals related to IT services. Drive continuous improvements and cost reduction initiatives through the procurement process. Establish and maintain procurement KPIs to ensure cost-effective spending and purchasing decisions.
• Develop and implement procurement category and sourcing strategies, aligning with organizational objectives and budgetary constraints. Identify, assess, and onboard suppliers, negotiating contracts, and establishing favorable terms and conditions through sourcing process best practices.
• Monitor market trends, analyze supplier performance, and identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvement, and risk mitigation.
• Oversee the procurement and sourcing of IT sub-categories aiming at delivering cost savings. Collaborate with internal stakeholdersto understand their procurement needs and provide strategic guidance and support.
• Utilize PPT as a task/project management tool where and when appropriate. Use PPT to accelerate progress on projects, identify / keep in contact with team members and make sure all projects are up to date. Adhere to standardized ways of working and all procurement policies.
• Utilize data analytics tools and procurement software to track key performance metrics, generate reports, and inform decision-making.
• Utilize Career Development System (CDS) to identify training needs and design development curriculum, programs and content for the purpose of preparing for career opportunities within the company. Provide feedback to manager regarding on-the-job learning opportunities.

Must

• Bachelor's Degree
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Highly motivated individual with excellent communication, negotiation, influencing, and follow up skills
• A proactive mindset and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
• Ability to communicate with all levels of an org
• Demonstrate the ability to work as a team as well as self-directed
• 7 years relevant experience (minimum)

Preferred

• Master's degree in related field
• Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CSCP, CPSM) is a plus.

Physical

• Ability to travel (up to 25%)
• In-person job attendance

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A career at Sazerac offers you the opportunity to reach your full potential as part of a creative, decisive, high-performance team. Sazerac values the needs and wants of our team members and offers inclusive benefits to attract and retain the best talent. Our culture is built upon the values of hard work, diligence and personal responsibility.

Sazerac Team Members enjoy:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits from Day One including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Family Coverage: Options to cover family members, including domestic partners.
• 401(k) Plan: Immediate access to a matching 401(k) plan.
• Flexible Time Away: Enjoy paid time off (PTO), holidays, and parental leave.
• Mental Health and Wellness: Access to mental health care and wellness incentive programs.
• Educational Support: Benefit from tuition reimbursement and our scholarship program for dependents of Sazerac team members.
• Fun Extras: Enjoy branded apparel, fun events, and a team member bottle purchase program.
• Training and Development: Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits, salary range, and programs may vary by role or location. For roles within our commercial team - the Salary range refers to base salary only and does not include car allowance, annual bonus, fuel or cell phone reimbursement. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package. Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.