Senior Procurement Business Optimization Specialist - PPA

About the role

Location: Remote (candidates must be located in the United States)

About This Role

The Senior Procurement Business Optimization Specialist is responsible for driving the execution, continuous improvement, and optimization of Procurement business processes, systems, analytics, and operational support services that enable the Procurement organization.

This role serves as a key liaison between Procurement, Business Services, and cross-functional business partners to identify improvement opportunities, resolve business challenges, and implement scalable solutions. The Specialist leads process optimization initiatives, supports governance and compliance efforts, drives business process standardization, and leverages data and technology to improve efficiency, user experience, and business performance.

The incumbent operates with a high degree of autonomy while supporting strategic Procurement priorities and ensuring successful execution of initiatives across Direct Materials, Indirect Procurement (S&IM, PFME and CAPEX), Contract Manufacturing, Supplier Management, and Procurement Operations.

What You'll Do

• Lead the execution and continuous improvement of Procurement business processes, systems, and operational support activities across Procurement.
• Manage key Procurement programs and activities managed by the Business Services, on behalf of the market, and provide subject matter expertise on Procurement processes, systems, and related activities.
• Partner with Procurement, IT, and business stakeholders to identify opportunities for process optimization, automation, standardization, and compliance improvements.
• Lead or support cross-functional projects, system enhancements, acquisitions, integrations, and other strategic Procurement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, KPIs, and business insights to support performance management and decision-making.
• Drive stakeholder engagement, training, and change management activities to ensure successful adoption of new processes, tools, and ways of working.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations Management, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Experience leading projects and working with cross-functional teams, to drive performance improvement or change management initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to overcome obstacles in executing complex, multifunctional prioritized projects.
• Self-Motivator who can work towards resolution of problems. Strong and creative problem-solving skills.
• Effectively able to influence without authority.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, and Copilot.
• Experience with SAP and business reporting tools preferred.
• Availability for travel and work beyond the regular scheduled hours.
• Power BI, Power Apps, and Power Automate experience is a plus.

Bonus Points

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead projects and drive process improvements.
• Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities.
• Experience working through ambiguity and developing practical solutions.
• Data analysis, reporting, and performance management skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset and customer-focused approach.
• Ability to influence and drive change across functions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Up to $36.50 per hour + Overtime
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance