Director, Procurement

Job Description

Job Title: Director, Procurement

Your role:

To achieve our vision, we are searching for a Director of Procurement who is fueled by a passion for overall team success.
Our ideal candidate has a creative, problem-solving mindset, disciplined focus on scalable processes. This role will work collaboratively with all business partners across Warner Music Group.

Here you'll get to:
• Participate in the design of our new ERP system with regards to purchasing process flows, purchase orders, etc., bring best practice recommendations
• Negotiate the best pricing deal for supply contracts, while ensuring the products and supplies are high quality
• Build, communicate, and implement project plans and timelines. Identify the required support, dependencies, and barriers, as well as track and report on progress/issues
• Deliver financial and operational value by leading negotiations with vendors on the scope of work, commercial terms, revenue-sharing, and other legal and contractual terms as needed.
• Review and analyze all vendors/suppliers and price options, develop plans for future purchasing of goods and services on behalf of the business
• Develop a strategy for building out a Procurement Team, adding a manager(s), analyst(s), etc. to complete duties as needed
• Build and maintain vendor relationships to maximize value and to build a best-in-class supply chain across multiple marketing spend categories
• Develop a vendor database and mechanisms to track vendor performance, using data to drive improvements
• Estimate and establish cost parameters and budgets for purchases
• Create and maintain good relationships with non-media vendors/suppliers
• Prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion in all purchasing decisions, and track diverse spend and suppliers
• Maintain and update a list of suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times and potential future development
• Maintain records of purchases, pricing and other important data and make professional decisions in a fast-paced environment

About you:
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or related field; preferred solid knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policy and systems
• Bachelor's degree in economics, business, supply chain management, or a related field required; MBA preferred
• 7+ years of relevant strategic sourcing experience, to include at minimum 5 years in an indirect procurement function, at an international organization
• 7+ years of experience practicing best-in-class procurement processes (strategic sourcing management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, etc.)
• 5+ years of experience in developing category plans and sourcing one or more of the following commodities: Temp Labor, Security, Robotics, Material Handling or other Engineered Equipment, IT, Packaging, Outsourced Services, Construction, or Real Estate
• Proficient computer skills, including Google Workspace, DocuSign
• Ability to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions
• Ability to negotiate, establish and administer contracts
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Accurate and precise attention to detail
• Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels
• Goal-oriented, organized team player

We'd love it if you also had:
• Preference for a minimum of 2 to 5 years' experience as a procurement officer or related position​

About us:

As the home to 10K Projects, 300 Elektra, Asylum, Atlantic, East West, FFRR, Fueled by Ramen, Nonesuch, Parlophone, Rhino, Roadrunner, Sire, Warner Records, Warner Classics, and several other of the world's premier recording labels, Warner Music Group champions emerging artists and global superstars alike. And our renowned publishing company, Warner Chappell Music, represents genre-spanning songwriters and producers through a catalogue of more than one million copyrights worldwide. Warner Music Group is also home to ADA, which supports the independent community, as well as artist services division WMX. In addition, WMG counts film and television storytelling powerhouse Warner Music Entertainment among its many brands.

Don't be discouraged if you don't hear from us right away. We're taking our time to review all resumes, and to find the best people for WMG.

Thanks for your interest in working for WMG. We love it here, and think you will, too.

Effective October 1 2023, this position will require being in the office 4 days a week. We believe that an in-office presence is critical for talent development, collaboration and building strong relationships.

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Salary Range
$175,000 to $190,000 Annually

Salary ranges are included for job postings where required by law. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as work experience and business needs. The pay range is subject to change at any time dependent on a variety of internal and external factors.

Links to relevant documents:

2024 Benefits At A Glance final.pdf

EVerify Participation Poster.pdf

Right To Work .pdf

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g4n101-18-219-209-144-42 in your application.