Senior Sourcing Buyer, Indirect Media, General Mills
Summary
As a Sr Sourcing Buyer, Indirect- Media, you will develop and execute growth and holistic category strategies to achieve business goals.
The preferred work location is Minneapolis, MN, however remote worker may be considered. To learn more on our World Headquarters and the Minneapolis community, click here!
Job Description
Key Experiences Gained In This Role
- Sourcing functional expertise
- Developing and executing strategies
- Business acumen
- Across SC experience
- Working with external partners and cross-functional business partners
Key Accountabilities
- Partner with operating unit and sourcing business leads to advance strategic category strategies and long range plans
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners and suppliers to achieve cost management and efficiency goals
- Participate in development of strategic sourcing plans that provide General Mills with a competitive advantage and deliver long term consistent, sustainable, cost-effective supply
- Comply with corporate and regulatory policies and accounting practices
- Learn and leverage continuous improvement tools and processes
- Currently recruiting for role specializing in media
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- 4-5 years sourcing experience or medial category experience
- Experience partnering with cross-functional teams to drive business results
- Contract negotiations, risk management, market analysis, economic analysis, financial analysis experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or Economics, Marketing
- Media category souring experience or media agency background a plus
Additional Considerations
- International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered
- Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.
Additional Information
Company Overview
We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one other and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.
Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $79500.00 - $119400.00 / Annually. At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.
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