Manager- Procurement

Requisition ID: 857696 
Position:Full-Time
 

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. The Company brings together the complementary expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, to create a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs and the global demand of a growing eyewear industry.

With over 180,000 dedicated employees in 150 countries driving our iconic brands, our people are creative, entrepreneurial and celebrated for their unique perspectives and individuality. Committed to vision, we enable people to “see more and be more” thanks to our innovative designs and lens technologies, exceptional quality and cutting-edge processing methods. Every day we impact the lives of millions by changing the way people see the world.

Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. Greasing the wheels behind the scenes, our people in Operations are the backbone of our Company.

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Manager of procurement will be responsible for defining the sizing of non-lens inventories with all NA production entities, secure supplies, provide forecast and allocation and monitor KPIs to manage risk and working capital.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consolidate the demand forecast of America’s MP and Rx entities and define the appropriate inventory levels to secure supplies
• Coordinates the target stock of materials management with stakeholders and local Procurement teams
• Ensure the material requirements & shortage fulfilled to meet the production with required delivery schedule.
• Monitor Non-Lens Inventory data of MP and Rx.
• Review, release and interpret forecast information to assigned vendors.
• Lead capacity evaluation and proactively communicate capacity bottlenecks to plant Procurement.
• Maintain safety stock and adequate levels of inventory available at warehouse to support the plant production.
• Review of backorders and issuance of Supplier Delivery Non-Conformance to vendor. Lead action plans to mitigate the impacts of material shortages.
• Work with Supply Planning, Sourcing and Project Implementation Management teams to manage inventory efficiently.
• Monitors Procurement activity and communicates status to appropriate parties.
• Understand local Procurement policies, procedures, legal & taxes constraints and metrics of each entity.
• Work on NLI process-improvement projects across the region for the inventory optimization.
• Compiles, develops, coordinates, monitors, and maintains financial and budgeting reports

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Supply Chain or Logistics Management
• Strong knowledge of Inventory planning with minimum 7-10 years of experience in functional area (Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, Material Management)
• Good level of English (speaking, writing, reading)
• Excellent computer skills, including proficient in Microsoft office (Excel, Word, PPT etc.)
• Experience with MRP & ERP (SAP)
• Experience on Project Management
• Strong data analytical, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Experience working with multi-national companies
• Rigor / Self organized / results oriented.
• Coordination of cross-functional team

Employee 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. 
  
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.