Procurement Director at Johnson Controls International

What you will do

We are looking for a passionate and strategic PBU Procurement Director to lead a team of 8 buyers in driving growth and profitability for our Data Center Solutions and AHU (PBU). You will be a key member of the PBU leadership team reporting to the Executive Director of Procurement. You will provide innovative procurement solutions and fostering a high-performing team environment, in a business experiencing rapid expansion.

How you will do it

• Lead with a Growth Mindset: Identify and develop new sourcing opportunities with a focus on business expansion and category growth.

• Drive Continuous Improvement: Cultivate a growth-minded approach within your team, promoting supplier innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Foster Strong Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, demonstrating high emotional intelligence and effective communication skills.

• Lead a High-Performing Team: Develop and coach a team of 8 buyers, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment.

• Develop and Execute Procurement Strategy: Collaborate with the PBU leadership team to define and execute strategic procurement initiatives that optimize spend within the ~ 500M annual budget.

• Manage End-to-End NPI Support: Provide comprehensive procurement support for new product introductions (NPI) within the PBU.

• Lead Negotiations: Secure optimal pricing, terms, and quality through strategic negotiations with critical suppliers.

• Drive Operational Excellence: Ensure team compliance with established procurement processes and participate in continuous improvement efforts.

• Develop Team Capabilities: Champion continuing education for your team to enhance their effectiveness and build strong supplier relationships.

• Promote Sustainability: Identify and implement sustainable procurement practices within the global supply chain.

What we look for

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or equivalent; an MBA is a plus.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a multinational organization.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a Strategic Sourcing role, preferably with Direct Materials.

• Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams within a matrix environment.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle ambiguity and complex situations.

• Working knowledge of SAP or other equivalent ERP systems.

• Experience negotiating complex supply contracts.

• Ability to travel 25% globally and domestically

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.