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Xylem Sr. Procurement Project Manager in Morton Grove, Illinois
Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
Xylem |ˈzīləm|
1) The tissue in plants that brings water upward from the roots;
2) a leading global water technology company.
Xylem, a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues, is the leading global provider of efficient, innovative and sustainable water technologies improving the way water is used, managed, conserved and re-used. Our international team is unified in a common purpose: creating advanced technology and other trusted solutions to solve the world’s water challenges. We are committed to creating an organization of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels involved, respected, valued and connected, and where everyone is free to bring their authentic selves and ideas.
If you are excited and passionate about helping us #letssolvewater, we want to hear from you! For more information, please visit us at www.xylem.com .
Senior Procurement Project Manager
We are currently seeking a Senior Procurement Project Manager to join our Procurement team working with our Applied Water Systems division and Water Infrastructure site in the US.
The Procurement Project Manager is responsible for executing procurement projects to help drive cost reduction and risk mitigation initiatives that meet our yearly corporate goals for procurement.
Responsibilities
Professionally plan, lead and manage larger procurement related projects such for example complex supplier transitions, value engineering and outsourcing
Organize and lead idea generation and improvement workshops
Coordinate larger procurement related projects within our business unit
Establish and develop key interfaces and network between procurement, R&D, product management and operations
Enforce/implement /support continuous improvement culture & processes by leading with example and provide change management.
Deploy governance structure on key projects within the business to ensure actions are implemented and accounted for. Help project owners in overcoming issue and follow up on part number level details to ensure relevant data is provided before meetings etc.
Qualifications
University degree or equivalent experience/ Economics or in Engineering or equivalent experience/knowledge.
Excellent analytical skills
Excellent value analysis skills
Good knowledge of production technologies, and processes
Good knowledge of Sourcing processes & procedures
Good knowledge of -, and at least 5 years’ experience of Procurement
Fluent in oral and written English.
Personal characteristics
Project management skills.
Ability to focus on cooperate targets and drive these throughout the organization.
Passionate about drive change and improvements.
Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Capable of working in a team environment involving multiple cultures.
Capable of working closely with internal stakeholder, especially Operations, R&D, Product Management and Finance.
Capable to interact with different organizational levels
Why Work at Xylem!
We offer you a creative and international environment where you get the opportunity to focus on your personal and professional development together with committed and helpful colleagues. Engage as a volunteer through Xylem´s business program for community initiatives Xylem Watermark: www.xylemwatermark.com .
Everyone's equal value
We want people, regardless of skin color, age, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity, to feel at home, not just on Xylem, but everywhere in the world. For us, diversity means more than just a policy or a set of methods. Diversity is a fundamental part of our corporate culture and a key to long-term growth.
Feel free to visit us at https://www.xylem.com
Salary range:
$91,500.00 - $164,500.00
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of diversity, equity and inclusion in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We embrace diversity and prioritize our employees' well-being through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation