Progress Software Corp. Work Values

Daily Duties at Progress Software Corp.:

- Directed a staff of 4 category managers that drove cost reduction and supplier optimization initiatives. - Oversaw the Office Services function that was responsible for, among other things, Cafeteria Services, Mail and Copy Center, and Global Printing Services. ob responsibilities for a procurement director include identifying needs and potential suppliers, soliciting bids, reviewing bids and selecting suppliers, negotiating and awarding contracts, accepting delivery of products and inspecting the products, paying suppliers and maintaining vendor relationships. Other duties may include identifying potential cost savings, developing and overseeing budget, ensuring compliance with rules and regulations and overseeing procurement staff. In addition to education and previous experience, employers may seek personal attributes in a candidate that include strong computer skills, analytical skills, budgeting and strategic planning experience and problem-solving skills.

What they like about Progress Software Corp.:

You give high priority to hiring firms with prestige. Market reputation and prestige of a firm may be determined through on-line research, and conversations with individuals working in your target industry. Note that firms "in the public eye" receive a great deal more critical publicity and attention than those operating with more anonymity. So as you assess your employment opportunities, be sure to seek out the positive aspects of the firm's reputation in addition to noting negative publicity the company may have received.

Tags

Contract Negotiations , Process Optimization, Turnarounds, Probllem Resolution, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Purchasing, Global Supply Management, Supplier Performance Optimization, Consulting, Logistics, Cost Reduction, Process Improvement, Market Analysis, Needs Assessment, Change Management, Presentations, Social Media, Ecommerce, Outsourcing, Insourcing, Cost Benefit Analysis, Expense Control, Start Ups, Distribution, Project Management, Inventory Management, Vendor Relations, Customer Service, Recruiting, Team Leadership, Motivation, Strategic Planning, Employee Engagement, International Business, Restructuring, Talent Management, Policy Development, Performance Management, Operations Management, Risk Management, Sr. Director, Supply Management, Director, Corporate Procurement Director, Director Corporate Procurement, Global Indirect Sourcing Leader, Group Procurement Manager, Global Sourcing Manager, Procurement Consultant, Corporate Purchasing, Materials Management, Divisional Procurement Manager, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains

Skills

P&L responsibilities, Ecommerce Strategy and digital marketing channels optimization - SEO, SEM, email, affiliates - for high-profile accounts., Technology Solutions, Software Implementation, Leadership

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