APi Group is a global, market-leading business services provider of safety and specialty services in over 500 locations worldwide. APi provides statutorily mandated and other contracted services to a strong base of long-standing customers across industries. We are driven by entrepreneurial business leaders to deliver innovative solutions for our customers. As our presence across the globe increases, we are striving to become the #1 people-first company in the world.
At APi Group, our purpose is clear: We Build Great Leaders. We believe that everyone at APi is a Leader, and we provide leadership development programs across our businesses to facilitate growth. Our distinct leadership development culture creates an empowered, entrepreneurial atmosphere where our leaders can grow, thrive, and belong.
We are seeking a NA Regional Procurement Leader (RPL) who will serve as the primary bridge between the enterprise/group procurement function and the operating companies within their specific region. They ensure that procurement strategies and initiatives align with the unique needs and objectives of the operating companies in their region. The RPL also promotes best practices and ensures compliance with enterprise-wide procurement standards.
In this structure, the Regional Procurement Leader acts as both an ambassador for the enterprise/group procurement function and an advocate for the operating companies within their region. Their role ensures that while overarching procurement strategies and standards are maintained, there’s flexibility and customization at the regional or segment level to address specific challenges and leverage unique opportunities to benefit branch and field leaders.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
To include, but not limited to the following:
- Enterprise/Group Procurement: Engage regularly to align regional strategies with overarching enterprise goals and initiatives, and leverage enterprise resources to execute on regional procurement projects. (e.g., sourcing, process improvement, etc.)
- Operating Companies: Work closely with leaders and procurement teams within the operating companies to understand their specific requirements, challenges, and opportunities.
- Other Segment Leaders: Share best practices, challenges, and insights to collectively elevate the procurement function across region. (e.g., other Regional Procurement Leaders, Segment Finance Leaders, Segment Leaders)
- Regional Procurement Performance: Ensure the achievement of procurement KPIs and targets for the region. (e.g., supplier performance scorecards, spend under management, contract compliance, cost savings, supply assurance, procurement operating metrics, sustainable procurement performance, etc.)
- Strategy Implementation: Accountable for tailoring and implementing enterprise-wide procurement strategies within the region, ensuring relevance and effectiveness.
- Stakeholder Relationship: Maintain strong relationships with both internal stakeholders (operating companies) and external partners/vendors. (Spend level to be determined for supplier engagement)
- Regional Procurement Strategy: Develop and refine procurement strategies that address the unique characteristics and needs of the region.
- Supplier Management: Foster strong relationships with key regional suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure performance.
- Risk Management: Monitor and address procurement-related risks specific to the region.
- Innovation: Champion process improvements and technological solutions tailored to the regional needs.
- Savings Achieved: Monitor the cost savings realized within the region due to procurement initiatives.
- Supplier Performance: Track supplier adherence to contract terms, delivery timelines, and quality standards.
- Internal Stakeholder Satisfaction: Measure the satisfaction levels of operating companies with the procurement services and support provided.
- Compliance: Monitor compliance with both enterprise and regional procurement guidelines and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field
- 7+ years of procurement experience and proven subject matter expertise
Competencies and Skills:
- Depth of Understanding: The RPL needs an in-depth understanding of the industry, market dynamics, technological advancements, regulatory landscape, and how these factors influence procurement.
- Segment-Centric Skill Development: The RPL should be an advocate for training and development tailored to the segment's needs, ensuring that the procurement team possesses segment-specific skills.
- Change Management: As procurement strategies evolve, the RPL will often be at the forefront of driving change within the region
- This requires adeptness in change management and communication.
- Balancing Central vs. Local Initiatives: While there are enterprise-level strategies, the RPL must discern when a local, regional approach is more suitable.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Beyond qualitative insights, the RPL should be proficient in using data analytics to drive decisions, measure success, and predict future trends.
- Cross-Segment Collaboration: While each segment may have unique needs, there could be areas of overlap. The RPL should seek synergies across segments to drive efficiencies.
- Stakeholder Management: Beyond suppliers, the RPL should actively engage with other key stakeholders like regional sales teams, product development units, and even customers to better align procurement processes.
- Flexibility and Agility: Given that segments might respond differently to market changes, the RPL should foster a culture of agility within the procurement team, allowing rapid adjustments to strategies and operations.
- Sustainability and Ethical Procurement: The RPL should be attuned to the rising emphasis on sustainable and ethical procurement practices, ensuring segment-specific initiatives align with broader corporate social responsibility goals.
- Technology Adoption: Given the increasing role of technology in procurement, the RPL should be forward-thinking, assessing how tools benefit the region’s procurement processes.
Benefits and Compensation:
This role will be eligible for hybrid work flexibility based out of our New Brighton office. The pay range is $124,500 - $187,100, depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for annual bonus and profit sharing based on company performance in addition to other benefits that support the total well-being of you and your family. Some benefits include:
- Comprehensive Insurance coverage, Medical, Dental, Vision, and more
- Access to corporate fitness center
- Wellness Program
- 401K with employer match
- Discounted company stock (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
- Profit Sharing
- Generous paid time off
- Leadership Flex - hybrid work environment
- Growth opportunities through company sponsored leadership development courses and trainings
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
