Vice President - Procurement

Requisition ID: 33457 

A Career in Beer and Beyond:  

Our purpose at Molson Coors Beverage Company is to brew beverages that unite people to celebrate all life’s moments.  We’ve been brewing iconic brands for over 350 years and are now proud to be offering a modern portfolio that expands beyond the beer aisle.    

We are Talent Brewers with our culture rooted in our core Values. 

We believe in our brands and our people, and that inclusion and belonging is the key to a winning team culture.  We want you to join our team of brand ambassadors who believe the world is full of untapped opportunities.  So, if you get excited about making a real difference as part of a winning team like we do, we want to hear from you.   

The Headlines:

In the role of VP Procurement located in Milwaukee, WI, you will be responsible for leading the procurement strategy and efforts for all third party spend in the Americas Business Unit at Molson Coors to deliver company goals. Close partnership with the EMEA&APAC Procurement function is needed to drive enterprise strategy and supplier relationships. In some cases, this role will lead enterprise procurement for select categories. Third party spend include categories such as Brewing Ingredients, Packaging Materials, Logistics, Capital Equipment, Industrial Services & Supplies, Marketing Agency, Sponsorships, IT, HR Services, Travel, Branded Merchandise and Displays

This position reports to the Global Chief Finance Officer and works closely with the Chief Supply Chain Officer, the European Director of Procurement and other senior leaders across Molson Coors. This position is a member of the Molson Coors Leadership team as well as the Global Finance and the Americas Supply Chain Leadership teams

The Responsibilities:

· Lead the development and implementation of short- and long-term category and procurement strategies for all Americas third party spend, including market and industry analysis, sourcing, negotiations, process improvements and demand management to drive annual recurring cost improvements and Total Procurement Financial Value on a baseline spend of ~$7B

· Lead the Procurement function of ~100 talented colleagues, setting the strategic direction of the overall function to ensure alignment with company goals and objectives

· Manager of the Procurement Leadership Team, with multiple direct reports, supporting their performance and development through robust goal setting and one on one conversations, career discussions and performance reviews

· Provide people development and transformational leadership to all direct and indirect staff as well as collaborate and influence stakeholders on Enterprise third party supplier spend

· Lead, and/or support Supplier Relationship Management strategies across all Americas third party suppliers to drive optimal supplier performance, deliver Supplier Diversity growth, enable Sustainability goals and promote innovation

· Support financial planning and reporting processes for Americas third party Spend, including Annual Operating Plans, Long Range Plans and efficiency or cost savings metrics

· Lead Molson Coors Third Party Risk Committee to identify risks, implement mitigation measures and develop supply assurance plans

· Develop and execute plans with North America suppliers that enable the delivery of Molson Coors sustainability commitments

· Own the Global Procurement Policy and monitor KPIs to ensure compliance

· Support/ lead the development of procure to pay process and KPIs to ensure timely and efficient procurement of goods and services

· Voting member of the Molson Coors Financial Risk Committee that is responsible for overseeing the global commodity hedging strategy to reduce financial volatility

The Other Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred and 15 or more years of relevant procurement experience

· You are an authentic leader and open to feedback

· You are able to develop strategies and identify key business drivers

· Proven track record to provide strategic thought leadership and credibility to influence leadership and deliver results

· Demonstrated ability to work in virtual teams, matrixed organization and fast paced environment

· Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with key stakeholders with diverse cultures, geographies, and personalities

· Advanced procurement skills including category management, negotiation, cost model development and supplier relationship management strategies

· Experience working at large CPG company, preferably in the beverage industry

· You love a challenge. You complete complex projects quickly and adeptly with your understanding of the business priorities

· You build relationships and collaborate to get to the desired outcome

· You take accountability for results – acting with integrity and honoring commitments

· You have a thirst for learning – you are always looking for ways to learn and help one another grow

· You exhibit our core values
 

Work Perks that You Need to Know About:   

• Flexible work programs that support work life balance including a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office 

• We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities   

• We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are  

• Engagement with a variety of Business Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization  

• Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities 

• Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, 401k option with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources 

• On site Pub and access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages!  

• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences   

Molson Coors is committed to an inclusive workplace.  We’re an equal opportunity employer and invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment processes, please e-mail jobs@molsoncoors.com.  #LI-Hybrid