Procurement Manager - [EXE] - Dollywood Theme Park - Exempt

Summary of Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities, including supplier pre-qualification, tender management, strategic sourcing, supplier evaluation, and negotiations
• Build and maintain strong relationships with SMC stakeholders and strategic supply partners to drive business performance, collaboration, and value
• Identify and implement strategic cost-reduction and value-creation opportunities to support financial objectives and maximize procurement savings
• Evaluate and continuously improve procurement processes, recommending and implementing initiatives that enhance efficiency, effectiveness, compliance, and operational performance
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, procedures, and established purchasing standards
• Represent Procurement at a regional level, partnering with key stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including

• Partnering with property subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather requirements, analyze data, and develop sourcing strategies
• Developing and managing RFPs to support strategic sourcing iniatives
• Coordinating supplier communications, competitive bidding, and sourcing activities
• Consolidating and analyzing supplier bids, developing savings strategies, and presenting sourcing recommendations to stakeholders
• Establishing baseline analyses and securing stakeholder alignment on sourcing objectives and recommendations
• Evaluating supplier responses to identify optimal value, quality, and service
• Communicating supplier selections and facilitating successful implementation
• Monitor supplier performance across aligned business units and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement
• Addressing and escalating supplier issues as appropriate to ensure timely resolution and operational continuity
• Represent SMC interests in HFE combined purchasing initiatives to maximize purchasing leverage, savings, and overall value
• Lead, develop, and motivate non-exempt team members through hiring, training, coaching

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Periodically prepares reports to include but not limited to PER execution efficiency, bid process adherence, and project budget metric
• Able to periodically audit the SMC project process and provide reports to support HFE and SMC financial policies and procedures
• Management reserves the right to change and/or add to these duties at any time
• Perform PIC duties within the Operational Areas of SAMs
• Management reserves the right to change and/or add to these duties at any time

Education and Experience Required

Minimum 18 years of age

Minimum of three (3) years purchasing experience with negotiated contracts of at least $10 million annually

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field preferred

Philosophy of negotiating win/win agreements

Must have valid driver’s license and state required auto insurance as well as an acceptable driving record

Ability to safely operate company vehicles according to company policy. Must have valid driver’s license, proof of auto liability insurance and acceptable motor vehicle driving recordOffers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of background screening which includes criminal history and motor vehicle record check

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent math and analytical skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word. PowerPoint knowledge preferred

Able to make a friendly impression when speaking to or corresponding with guests, vendors, and other employees

Must be self-motivated and disciplined

Must be able to prioritize and complete work assignments on a timely basis

Must maintain strict confidentiality and judgment regarding privileged information

Must have professional appearance with good personal hygiene

Must be productive in a fast-paced environment

Must maintain dependable work attendance and flexibility with assigned work schedules including any required overtime, evenings, weekends and holidays

Must be sensitive to the needs of our Guests and feel empowered to act to meet their needs within company guidelines

Must be able to utilize effective communication, problem solving, conflict management and interpersonal skills

Must be able to communicate effectively with Guests and Hosts using approved communication methods

Able to collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan, execute, and deliver projects ahead of schedule, fostering open communication and mutual support to achieve shared goals

Able to comprehend instructions and retain information

Able to perform duties consistent with creating a safe and secure environment for hosts and guests

Able to be flexible to handle frequent changes in priorities

Able to tolerate temperatures of 0 to 140 degrees

Able to work outdoors

Physical Requirements | Environmental Conditions

Lifting and Carrying: Position may require occasional to frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs utilizing company’s safety guidelines for safe lifting

Mobility: Position may require intermittent to prolonged sitting, standing and/or walking for duration of shift, up to 13 hours

Repetitive Movements: This position may require performing repetitive movements and tasks throughout the shift, including repeated use of hands, arms or other body parts as part of typical job functions

Environmental Conditions: This position requires the ability to perform work tasks in varying weather conditions to include extreme cold and heat

Cognitive and Sensory Requirements: This position requires strong cognitive skills, including the ability to think critically, solve problems, process and retain information, have attention to detail and communicate effectively using approved communication methods

The Dollywood Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. The Dollywood Company drives a welcoming culture where ideas and decisions from all people support our efforts to be relevant in an ever-changing world.