Procurement Service Center Lead  

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply sourcing methods and lead approved process and tool improvements.
• Lead short-term projects aligned with business strategy, ensuring deliverables and deadlines are met.
• Supervise assigned team members and/or Non‑3M Workers, including work prioritization, task assignments, and performance feedback.
• Address complex or non-routine inquiries using analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Provide leadership within the team and influence operational decisions across work groups.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve issues, expedite work, and ensure project alignment with business needs.
• Oversee process evaluation, service transitions and continuous improvement initiatives; support development of specifications and sourcing strategies.
• Lead sourcing compliance activities and ensure adherence to internal guidelines, corporate policies, and 3M standards.
• Participate in corporate programs and maintain compliance with professional and quality standards.
• Work flexible hours as needed to support global procurement requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Provide coaching, training, work assignment management, and performance reviews.
• Ensure adherence to corporate and location policies; address policy violations appropriately.
• Manage workforce vendor relationships and contracts as required.

• Bachelor’s degree required; local equivalents may apply.
• Typically 3–6 years of relevant sourcing or procurement experience.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing principles related to materials, supplies, services, or transactional procurement.
• Understanding of 3M structure, sourcing processes, and business operations.
• Proficiency with relevant computer programs and corporate systems.
• Strong English communication skills; additional languages may be required per location.
• Customer service‑focused mindset with strong attention to quality.
• Demonstrated analytical, research, and problem‑solving skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Structured, detail‑oriented, and team‑oriented work approach.
• Working knowledge of MS Office; ERP/SAP and sourcing tools experience preferred.
• Associate degree in business, engineering, finance, or related fields may be accepted per local requirements.
• Second language skills may be beneficial but are not required.