Full-Time

Manager – Indirect Procurement

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Sol de Janeiro

Sol de Janeiro

201-500 employees

Brazilian-inspired skincare and body care products

Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$110k - $120kAnnually

+ Bonus Program

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Hybrid schedule (1X per week in our NYC Office).

Category
Procurement & Sourcing
Supply Chain Management
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree required in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
  • 5-7+ years of Indirect Procurement experience within Supply Chain and/or IT categories
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, particularly MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.
  • Understanding of Procurement processes and end-to-end Supply Chain Operations.
  • Strong skills in relationship building and supplier relationship management.
  • Supplier contract management skills required.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and a proven ability to work independently.
  • Effective problem solving and project management skills.
  • Organized and keen on details and accuracy.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced and ever-changing environment.
  • Ability to occasionally travel for supplier visits, up to ~5%.
Responsibilities
  • Manage and assist in the RFQ & RFP process for strategic projects mainly in the Supply Chain, IT, and Corporate Services categories.
  • Build, maintain, and manage supplier relationships and ensure excellent communication.
  • Develop supplier scorecards and QBRs.
  • Lead opportunities for cost savings and process improvement initiatives with internal stakeholders aligned with business objectives.
  • Develop resourceful ideas to ensure we are paying market value while partnering with strategic innovative suppliers.
  • Partner with stakeholders to build and execute category strategies and ways of working processes.
  • Engage and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and efficient execution of projects.
  • Support the enhancement of procurement processes, systems, and practices to achieve greater efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and operational excellence.
  • Manage negotiation of pricing and commercial terms in contracts with suppliers that adhere to Sol's procurement policies and standards and meet the end user requirements, focused on cost competitiveness and cost transparency, and leveraging buying power, for assigned projects.
Desired Qualifications
  • Beauty industry or Consumer Packaged Goods experience preferred.
  • CPSM, CPM, CSP, or Six Sigma certifications preferred, not required.

Sol de Janeiro creates skin and body care products inspired by Brazil, including creams, lotions, shower gels, and perfumes. Their offerings feature unique scents and ingredients, such as the popular Brazilian Bum Bum Cream. The company distinguishes itself by focusing on sustainability and ethical practices, using vegan-friendly and reef-safe ingredients. Sol de Janeiro aims to provide luxurious skincare that promotes self-care while celebrating Brazilian culture.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$14.2M

Headquarters

Town of Wallkill, New York

Founded

2015

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • L'Occitane acquisition provides resources for global expansion.
  • Pop-up stores with Sephora increase brand visibility in high-traffic areas.
  • Limited-edition collections drive sales through exclusivity.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from established brands like L'Occitane.
  • Consumer skepticism towards new products like Rio Deo deodorant.
  • Overuse of limited-edition collections may dilute brand exclusivity.

What makes Sol de Janeiro unique

  • Sol de Janeiro captures Brazil's essence with unique scents and ingredients.
  • The brand emphasizes sustainability with vegan-friendly and reef-safe ingredients.
  • Sol de Janeiro's multi-channel approach broadens its market reach.

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Benefits

Performance Bonus

Hybrid Work Options