Who We Are

At Fossil Group, we dare to dream, disrupt, and deliver in a better way. We are committed to creating great watches, jewelry, and leather goods by investing in technology and long-term value creation. We do this by living out our core values - Authenticity, Grit, Curiosity, Humor and Impact - each and every day, continually powered by purpose and our people. Come be a part of Fossil, where we thrive on diversity, innovation, uniqueness, and inclusion!

Make an Impact

Strategy

• Build, develop, and implement global strategies for the assigned categories with the relevant set of activities to meet the expectations of key stakeholders
• Have industry expertise; understand the business cycle in the industry and what differentiates one competitor from another.
• Deep understanding of the nuances of the products and services of the assigned category, a complete understanding of what is driving the cost, and constraints on supplier capacity. Knowledge of the technical details necessary to ensure the optimum quality of delivered goods and performed services.
• Have extensive knowledge of rules and regulations for assigned categories
• Monitor key market fundamentals for categories, communicate key shifts to internal stakeholders, and tailor category strategies accordingly

Global Sourcing:

• Develop close relationships with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and support the business, inspire internal customers to comply with procurement initiatives and persuade senior-level management to give support to procurement strategies and investments, and lead cross-functional teams to ensure the success of their projects.
• Manage the fundamentals of sourcing and supplier engagement activities, including Rfx, spend pattern analysis, contract analysis, bid evaluation, negotiations, and supplier consolidation
• Identify sourcing opportunities by leveraging spend analysis and engaging with key stakeholders to consolidate requirements over categories, suppliers, and geographies
• Guide internal stakeholders on procurement strategies by preparing and holding business reviews with stakeholders to review vendor performance, future opportunities, and challenges

Supplier and Contract Management:

• Manage supplier relationships, build and manage a network with suppliers● Evaluate supplier capabilities, cost structures, risks, and partnership approaches
• Negotiate prices and supplier agreements following business, compliance, and legal requirements
• Collaborate with the Purchase to Pay team to ensure a comprehensive service offering to the business
• Direct Reports
• Manage and develop Procurement/Sr. Procurement Specialist positions

Your Skills

Skills

• 10+ years in the role, with cross categories management experience
• 5+ years leading and developing a team
• Strong affinity with a specific category
• Proven track record in developing and executing strategic plans, managing complex projects, and leading collaborative relationships in a cross-functional team environment
• Strategic thinking
• Strong analytical skills
• Evidence of entrepreneurial spirit and ambition with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, creative problem solver & want to get their “hands dirty.”
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Customer and team-oriented
• Quality and result-oriented

The Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package inclusive of health and well-being services

• 401(k) match and education on retirement planning

• Paid parental leave for eligible employees, and a Return Back to Work program for new parents and caregivers to phase back into work on a reduced schedule

• Generous Paid Time Off including Floating Holidays, Volunteer Time, and Summer Flex Fridays

• Hybrid working schedules

• Tuition Reimbursement on approved programs

• Fossil Merchandise Discounts

Accommodations Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture and strongly encourage candidates of colour, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and non-binary people, veterans, parents and individuals with disabilities to apply. If you need accommodations at any point during the interview process please let us know at applicationaccommodation@fossil.com. #LI-Hybrid, #LI-JJKPDN-9cef14c1-96e1-4517-b519-2954ce84c897