Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.Job Summary The Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire procurement management system within the organization. This role involves developing and implementing procurement policies and procedures, coordinate cross-functional teams to implement category strategic priorities, collaborates with other departments to drive continuous improvement initiatives, and develops set of analytics to enable opportunity identification and decision making. Responsibilities: • Developing long-term and short-term procurement goals • Identifying opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement • Establishing and maintaining supplier relationships • Ensuring procurement processes align with company goals and objectives                              • Negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers • Collaborates with other departments to drive continuous improvement initiatives                • Develops set of analytics to enable opportunity identification and decision making             • Manages governance system and KPI’s High Impact Behaviors: • Strategic Decision-Making: A manager must be able to assess complex situations, consider long-term implications, and make decisions that align with the organization’s vision and goals. This involves critical thinking, foresight, and the ability to balance various stakeholders’ interests. • Effective Communication: Clear and transparent communication is vital for a manager. This includes articulating vision, expectations, and feedback in a way that motivates and engages team members. It also involves active listening and openness to input from all levels of the organization. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field, with at least 5 years of experience • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to report findings and make recommendations. • Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and persuasively. • A strategic thinker with a test-and-learn approach to marketing efforts and process improvements. • Resource Allocation: Allocate personnel, tools, and other resources efficiently to achieve project goals. Balance competing priorities and adapt as needed. • End-to-End Project Management: Lead improvement projects from initiation to completion. Monitor progress, address challenges, and ensure timely delivery of measurable results. • Proficiency in data analysis tools and software, such as Excel, Google Analytics, and various CRM platforms. • Experience with digital marketing strategies, including SEO, PPC, and SEM campaigns. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and persuasively. • A strategic thinker with a test-and-learn approach to marketing efforts and process improvements. • Resource Allocation: Allocate personnel, tools, and other resources efficiently to achieve project goals. Balance competing priorities and adapt as needed. • End-to-End Project Management: Lead improvement projects from initiation to completion. Monitor progress, address challenges, and ensure timely delivery of measurable results.Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

Xylem is the global leader in advanced technologies, solutions and services that address the world&rsquo;s biggest water challenges. We enable our customers to dramatically improve the way water and wastewater is used, managed, conserved, re-used and returned to nature. At every level, our global team is committed to access, equity, inclusion, and diversity. Our goal is for all our colleagues to be involved, respected, valued, connected, and free to bring their authentic selves and ideas. If you are excited and passionate about solving water, we want to hear from you.

Category Manager Motors, Motor Parts & Engines

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.Job Summary The Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire procurement management system within the organization. This role involves developing and implementing procurement policies and procedures, coordinate cross-functional teams to implement category strategic priorities, collaborates with other departments to drive continuous improvement initiatives, and develops set of analytics to enable opportunity identification and decision making. Responsibilities: • Developing long-term and short-term procurement goals • Identifying opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement • Establishing and maintaining supplier relationships • Ensuring procurement processes align with company goals and objectives&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• Negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers • Collaborates with other departments to drive continuous improvement initiatives&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• Develops set of analytics to enable opportunity identification and decision making&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• Manages governance system and KPI’s High Impact Behaviors: • Strategic Decision-Making: A manager must be able to assess complex situations, consider long-term implications, and make decisions that align with the organization’s vision and goals. This involves critical thinking, foresight, and the ability to balance various stakeholders’ interests. • Effective Communication: Clear and transparent communication is vital for a manager. This includes articulating vision, expectations, and feedback in a way that motivates and engages team members. It also involves active listening and openness to input from all levels of the organization. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field, with at least 5 years of experience • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to report findings and make recommendations. • Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and persuasively. • A strategic thinker with a test-and-learn approach to marketing efforts and process improvements. • Resource Allocation: Allocate personnel, tools, and other resources efficiently to achieve project goals. Balance competing priorities and adapt as needed. • End-to-End Project Management: Lead improvement projects from initiation to completion. Monitor progress, address challenges, and ensure timely delivery of measurable results. • Proficiency in data analysis tools and software, such as Excel, Google Analytics, and various CRM platforms. • Experience with digital marketing strategies, including SEO, PPC, and SEM campaigns. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and persuasively. • A strategic thinker with a test-and-learn approach to marketing efforts and process improvements. • Resource Allocation: Allocate personnel, tools, and other resources efficiently to achieve project goals. Balance competing priorities and adapt as needed. • End-to-End Project Management: Lead improvement projects from initiation to completion. Monitor progress, address challenges, and ensure timely delivery of measurable results.Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

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