Sr. Manager – Global Sourcing Solutions

Key Responsibilities

Capability Leadership & Service Delivery

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Sourcing COE comprising internal teams and external partners, ensuring SLA/KPI targets are consistently met across sourcing services.
• Overlooking the Indirect buying team of Buyers and Senior Buyers across categories such as Capex, MRO, D&T and Corporate services by coaching and mentoring the GIC Indirect buying manager.
• Oversee and optimize collaboration with Market Intelligence 3rd party company to deliver market intelligence solutions that inform category strategies, risk assessments, and sourcing decisions.
• Manage the partnership with 3rd party service providers across Sourcing COE’s to drive performance, compliance, and value realization in tail spend management, ensuring integration with overall procurement strategy.
• Develop and execute a supplier management framework in coordination with global category managers to support supplier evaluation, performance tracking, and development.
• Champion the use of Coupa Sourcing Optimizer for complex sourcing events, leveraging scenario planning and total cost evaluation to enable strategic sourcing decisions.
• Drive should-cost modelling practices across categories to support data-driven negotiations and value engineering efforts.
• Align sourcing operations with the global sourcing vision by standardizing processes, governance, and system usage across all markets and regions.
• Ensure appropriate staffing, recruitment, and upskilling of sourcing consultants within the COE, fostering a culture of continuous learning and performance.
• Oversee system governance, including user access, testing for upgrades, and system enhancements across sourcing platforms.
• Ensure audit readiness by maintaining up-to-date process documentation and providing support for internal and external audits.
• Lead change management for sourcing processes, systems, and market expansions—ensuring minimal disruption and successful transitions.
• Handle escalations and provide leadership in issue resolution and decision-making across sourcing activities.
• Facilitate monthly and quarterly business reviews with data-driven insights and improvement plans for sourcing leadership.
• Collaborate with third-party delivery partners to achieve productivity and quality targets, ensuring seamless execution of sourcing operations.

Strategic Enablement & Process Improvement (15%)

• Identify and lead sourcing process improvements through stakeholder feedback, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build and manage market intelligence frameworks in partnership with Beroe to deliver timely insights on supplier risk, industry trends, and cost structures.
• Work closely with Tail spend management 3rd party company and internal stakeholders to improve tail spend strategy, identifying opportunities for consolidation, automation, and value generation.
• Collaborate with global sourcing process owners and technology teams to shape the future Source-to-Pay (S2P) operating model.
• Act as the subject matter expert on sourcing tools, digital innovations, and best practices—guiding capability maturity across the organization.
• Meet SLA’s & KPI’s for the COE processes with 3rd party partner as well as internal COE teams.
• Ensure service levels are met per agreement.
• Develop advanced reporting and analytics to provide proactive insights to business
• Handle escalations received from internal and/or external business partners.

Identify opportunities for process optimization, automation & standardization to enhance efficiency , improve accuracy & reduce costs

• Prepare content for and facilitate monthly and quarterly business reviews.
• Assist in development of and lead implementation process design
• Ensure standard design across locations by influencing countries and resolving issues.
• Provide solutions to countries for any process deviations.
• Review Exceptions in the process and provide solutions
• Ensure appropriate 3rd party & internal team staffing and recruitment
• Partner with 3rd party to achieve productivity targets
• Support project/transition of new markets, regions & capabilities by developing process design and implementing the process
• Extend support in defining policy and implementation.
• Oversee support & /or implementation of new functionalities, systems or process changes thus ensuring smooth transition with minimal disruption
• Lead a team of S2P consultants across COE’s fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement

15 % of the time : Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process improvement thru stakeholder feedback, surveys and continuous improvement activities
• Partner with Global Sourcing Process Owners , team members and 3rd party partners in process improvement activities and in maintaining alignment with the broader Source to Pay process vision.

Qualification & Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • 10 – 12 Years in Sourcing/Procurement or Service Delivery
  • Proven track record of leading sourcing teams and independently driving business-critical procurement initiatives.
• Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Expertise:
  • Strong background in procurement/ sourcing, contract development, and managing complex negotiations.
  • Experience in developing and managing global Master Service Agreements (MSAs), supplier KPIs, and long-term strategic partnerships.
  • Proficient in market analysis, risk management, economic and financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Global Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Demonstrated ability to work with global teams and stakeholders across time zones, especially in the U.S.
  • Strong executive communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate, and drive alignment across functions.
• Analytical & Agile Mindset:
  • Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret evolving data and strategies.
  • Agile and adaptable in ambiguous or rapidly changing environments; capable of re-prioritizing based on stakeholder needs.
• Leadership & Project Management:
  • Experience leading through change, building team capability, and fostering accountability.
  • Strong project management skills, with a bias for action and a results-oriented, autonomous working style.
• Interpersonal Effectiveness:
  • Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across geographies and functions.
  • Effective at motivating and influencing others while navigating cultural and organizational complexity.
• Communication:
  • Fluent in English with the ability to work in a multicultural, multi-lingual environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field. APICS, CPM, or equivalent procurement certification preferred.
• Prior experience in managing teams/COE’s & service delivery in a global or North America-focused supply chain environment is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated success working with cross-functional and cross-regional teams, especially with U.S.-based stakeholders.
• Experience in the food and CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) industry is a plus. Understanding of global sourcing complexities, regulatory compliance, and sustainability practices in procurement.
• Proven ability to operate in a global matrixed organization, supporting U.S. time zones and business units. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an ability to influence senior stakeholders remotely.

Benefits

​​Pay

• Earn a competitive salary and annual bonus when you meet our ambitious goals. Salaries are reviewed each year, with increases based on performance and the market value of the position.
• Annual cash bonuses are based on performance (yours, the company’s and in some cases, your business unit’s).

Medical, dental and vision

• General Mills offers you and eligible dependents medical, dental and vision plans starting on your first day. Coverage is available to employees in all locations.

Retirement and savings plans

• Get help meeting your savings goals—those now and in the future. Access free, confidential education on managing money, college and tax savings and more.
• Eligibility for General Mills’ 401(k) Plan starts on your first day – Options include:
  • Investing 1% to 50% of eligible pay, with General Mills matching a portion. Based on hire date, you may have a pension benefit or an annual 401(k) company contribution.
  • Flexible, comprehensive investment choices with broad and diversified options. Access investment help via free online tools, or professional management for a fee.
  • A pre-retirement loan feature.

Stock options and ownership

• Company stock is available in the 401(k) Plan. Our voluntary stock purchase program allows another ownership opportunity.
• Annual stock option grants are available to some management-level employees.

Insurance

• Life, long-term care, legal, and auto and homeowners insurance is available, plus company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance. Save money and gain tax advantages on qualified transportation and parking expenses through commuter benefits.

Educational assistance

• Loans and scholarship opportunities are available for you and family members, plus reimbursement for job-related courses. You may be eligible for an unpaid leave of absence to further your education.