Senior Manager, Vendor Management - Direct Strategic Sourcing and Procurement

January 30

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ecoATM Gazelle

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ecoATM Gazelle is a company specializing in the trade-in and recycling of electronic devices, particularly mobile phones. They operate thousands of kiosks across the United States, allowing consumers to sell their old phones in exchange for cash. By evaluating the device's condition and specifications, ecoATM provides a convenient and eco-friendly solution for reducing electronic waste, contributing to the recycling of over 50 million devices to date. Their mission focuses on sustainability by preventing toxic electronic waste from entering landfills, supporting a healthier planet while providing immediate financial returns to consumers through easy and secure transactions.

Retail Automation • Recycling and Refurbishing • Green Technology • Mobile Recycling • Software Development

201 - 500 employees

Founded 2010

🛒 Retail

🛍️ eCommerce

🌍 Social Impact

📋 Description

• Company Overview (Who are we? Why should you join us?) • At ecoATM the proof of our success is in our staggering growth, extraordinary impact on protecting the planet, and providing a work culture unlike any other. • We are a technology company and a pioneer of device re-commerce. • Through our 5500+ automated kiosks and online marketplace Gazelle.com, we enable people all over the world to join the mobile device re-use revolution, a revolution that will get billions of used smartphones out of the e-waste cycle and into the hands of people who don’t have affordable access to the empowerment of the latest mobile technology. • At ecoATM we know our employees are our greatest strength and the key to our continued growth and success. • When you join our team, you will enjoy more than just a job, you will be empowered to develop and utilize your unique talents and skills to build a rewarding career while making a lasting, positive impact on the planet. • Position Summary: • The Sr. Manager of Direct Procurement, Vendor Management will lead and drive strategic procurement initiatives supporting ecoATM Kiosks Contract manufacturing and sourcing Kiosk parts, manage key stakeholders and create and manage strategic vendor relationships. • This position requirs a hands-on leader with expertise in manufacturing category management, complex contract negotiations, and project management who thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. • Primary Role Responsibilities: The primary role is split between managing our Contract Manufacturing relationships as well as developing and managing Kiosk Parts sourcing, suppliers and spend. • Responsibilities: Lead full-cycle Vendor management and procurement activities for Kiosk Contract Manufacturing, Kiosk parts, Special Projects, and related spend categories, ensuring the alignment of procurement strategies with organizational goals... • International Travel up to 2-6 weeks per year.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred. • 10+ years of experience in procurement, with a focus on manufacturing, parts and material handling • Strong project management experience (project management certification highly desirable), preferred • Ability to operate within a fast paced organization structure. • Strong analytical skills, with ability to think critically, and offer creative solutions. • Detail oriented and tactically focused with the ability to see the bigger picture. • Expertise in Vendor management, category management, strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiation. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. • High degree of emotional intelligence with capability to build trust and relationship with peers. • Proficient at using common tools used in project management/ management consulting roles (e.g. MS Project, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.) or other project planning & management tools. • Excellent project management skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. • Proficiency in procurement software and tools (e.g., SAP Ariba, Power BI, etc.) is highly desirable.