Job Description

Job Overview:

This position is responsible for leading Keurig Dr Peppers (KDP) sourcing activities to drive results for the Marketing and Sales organization. The Manager will actively manage the supplier portfolio supporting our brand strategies with consumers and customers. Categories include Merchandising, Marketing Materials or Point of Sale, Consumer and Customer Data and Research, Shopper Marketing, Brokers, Public Relations, and others (Media, Creative, and Production). The incumbent must develop policies to support value capture and collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve supplier performance.

What you will do:

1. Enable KDPs growth by supporting Sales and Marketing initiatives through tailored sourcing strategies in each category.
2. Design a fit-for-purpose organization to ensure results with appropriate overheads for high ROI.
3. Champion the sourcing process within the Supply Management program, develop strategies with plans for cost savings, risk mitigation, and build supplier strategies with clear short and long-term tactics.
4. Lead negotiations with suppliers, focusing on pricing, service, and quality targets.
5. Manage the supplier selection process based on sound criteria.
6. Continuously identify and implement new value capture opportunities.
7. Work with Legal to establish and execute optimal contract terms, including tooling and capital equipment purchases.
8. Analyze spend data and market trends to prioritize sourcing initiatives within designated categories.
9. Engage stakeholders enterprise-wide to drive change and understand their strategies.
10. Ensure full compliance with financial controls and SOX requirements.
11. Report progress and value creation outcomes to business stakeholders, Finance, and Procurement leadership.

Total Rewards:

Benefits:

We offer robust benefits supporting health, wellness, personal, and financial well-being, along with programs to enhance professional growth and ensure employees feel valued, inspired, and appreciated.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years in Procurement Management with a record of achievement; professional certification preferred.
• Thorough understanding of Procurement systems.
• Category expertise in Marketing and Sales-related fields.
• Experience with Agency Accounts and/or Business Development.
• Ability to lead and participate in cross-functional teams; multi-site procurement experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
• Ability to influence, work autonomously and in teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours.
• Ability to adhere to company policies and operating principles.

Company Overview:

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading North American beverage company with over 125 brands and extensive distribution capabilities. We operate with a differentiated business model and a world-class brand portfolio, driven by a talented team rooted in our values. We work with major beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee system in North America. Join us and be part of a company proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth.

We aim to be an employer of choice , offering a culture and opportunities that empower approximately 28,000 employees to grow and develop. We provide comprehensive benefits to support health, wellness, and financial well-being, along with programs to enhance professional growth, ensuring employees feel valued, inspired, and appreciated. Keurig Dr Pepper is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment, recruiting qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or other protected statuses.

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