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Procurement Manager - Indirect Commercial AM

City: Parsippany

About Us

Vestacy is a standalone company (carved out from Reckitt) with a clear purpose: to transform houses into homes. We’re home to some of the world’s most trusted brands (Air Wick, Calgon, Cillit Bang, and Mortein) helping millions of people care for the spaces they live in every day.

Backed by Advent, a leading global private equity firm, we have the freedom to think big and move fast. With almost 3,000 colleagues across 20+ countries, we see every person as a Founder, empowered to make bold decisions and shape what’s next.

We care for our company the way you care for your own home: with energy, passion, and pride. Here, you’ll find space to grow, opportunities to lead, and the support to thrive. Together, we’re building something extraordinary.

About Manufacturing + Supply Chain + Safety, Quality, Regulatory & Compliance

Our supply chain is the backbone of our business. It's how we get our trusted products to people all over the world, safely and efficiently. And it's our talented and passionate teams that make this happen. If you're looking for a career in supply chain, there's no better place to be than Vestacy. We offer a variety of exciting opportunities in all areas of the supply chain, from planning and procurement to manufacturing and logistics. You could join our Global Supply Planning team to develop and implement our global supply strategy, or work with our Procurement Centre of Excellence team to negotiate and manage our supplier relationships. Our Manufacturing Excellence team help us improve the efficiency, quality and safety of our manufacturing operations, and our Logistics Excellence team develop new and innovative ways to distribute our products to customers.

About the role

This role is responsible for leading procurement activities across North America and Canada, partnering closely with business to unlock and create value. The Procurement Manager will serve as the primary commercial point of contact for the regional business, ensuring local projects are executed effectively and global initiatives are successfully implemented, while driving cost optimization, productivity, and strategic synergies.

Your responsibilities

1. Regional Procurement Leadership

• Lead procurement activities for North America and Canada, acting as the go-to person for all local commercial matters.

• Manage and deliver local procurement projects ensuring timely execution, quality, and alignment with business objectives.

• Support the roll-out and execution of globally managed procurement projects led by the global Category leads.

2. Strategy Development & Execution

• Develop and implement regional procurement strategies to drive synergies across functions and geographies.

• Identify and execute opportunities for year-on-year productivity improvements and cost avoidance.

• Align procurement strategies with broader business goals to support top and bottom line growth.

3. Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner closely with internal stakeholders, including finance, legal, and operational leaders, to ensure procurement strategies are fully integrated with business priorities.

• Collaborate with the global procurement team to align global and local priorities, share best practices, and leverage global buying power.

4. Operational Excellence & Best Practices

• Implement procurement best practices across the business to maximize efficiency and compliance.

• Support initiatives that improve net working capital through optimized payment terms and payment schedules.

• Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and risk to inform sourcing decisions.

The experience we're looking for

+ Bachelor's Degree in Supply chain or related field

+ Proven experience in indirect procurement within multinational organizations.

+ Strong track record in delivering cost savings and value creation through strategic partnership.

+ Excellent stakeholder management skills with experience working and leading cross-functional teams.

+ Strategic thinker capable of driving cross-functional initiatives and influencing senior leadership.

+ Experience with global-to-local project implementation in procurement. Strong negotiation skills and commercial acumen.

+ Experience is successful partnership with suppliers to deliver outcomes & innovation.

+ Strong interpersonal skills – able to communicate, build rapport, and influence at all levels.

+ Comfortable managing multiple priorities and adapting negotiation styles to achieve outcomes

+ Creative problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset.

_This role is not currently sponsoring visas or considering international movement at this time._

The skills for success

Supply Chain Management, Business Partnership, Collaboration and partnership building, Relationship Management, Business accumen, Productivity management, Improve business processes, Advanced Analytics, Data Analytics, Vendor Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Category Management Expertise, Supply Management, Procurement.

What we offer

We believe great work deserves great rewards. That’s why we offer numerous local benefits and global benefits designed to help you grow and thrive, such as career mobility opportunities, a referral program, access to our online learning academy, mental wellbeing support, and short-term bonus incentives

US salary ranges

$122,000.00 - $182,000.00

US pay transparency

The base salary range for this role will vary based on experience in job and industry, training and education, skills relevant to the position, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to the base salary, the position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, which is subject to change each year.

Reckitt offers eligible employees competitive benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance; paid time off for vacation, sick and Company recognized holidays; a 401(k) plan; 16-week paid parental leave or 26 weeks for the birthing parent; adoption and fertility support; tuition reimbursement; discounts; and much more. Our compensation and benefits packages aim to give our talent the reward, protection, and peace of mind they deserve.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete your application, please contact [email protected]. Reckitt is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

Equality

We believe the best teams are built like great homes: on strong foundations and room to grow. That’s why we hire for potential as well as experience. If you resonate with our purpose, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t tick every box. We’re committed to equal opportunity for all, regardless of age, ability, background, identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Together, we create a space where everyone can thrive.

**Nearest Major Market:** New York City

**Nearest Secondary Market:** Newark