Procurement Manager- Construction (Store Planning)

$115,000 - $125,000/Yr

Louis Vuitton - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

Clothing, Clothing Accessories, Shoe, and Jewelry Retailers

About the position

The Procurement Manager - Construction at Louis Vuitton Americas is responsible for overseeing sourcing and procurement activities related to store constructions and renovations. This role involves collaborating closely with the Store Planning team to ensure effective supplier selection, contract management, and the implementation of innovative category strategies that enhance the company's competitive edge. The position requires a strong focus on market intelligence, supplier performance evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives within procurement operations.

Responsibilities

• Orchestrate the RFI, RFQ, RFP process for store constructions and renovations.
• Negotiate with suppliers to balance cost and quality effectively.
• Establish, manage, and monitor contracts with suppliers.
• Drive market intelligence and data analysis to develop innovative category strategies.
• Stay informed about geopolitical, economic, and social factors affecting procurement.
• Identify trends, set cost benchmarks, and forecast vendor spend.
• Provide data for reporting on budget variance and performance to stakeholders.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and ensure regular communication.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance through business review meetings.
• Implement corrective actions for performance or quality issues as needed.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives in procurement operations.
• Support Supplier Sustainability and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives.
• Conduct regular market research to identify new suppliers across relevant trades.
• Benchmark and analyze Louis Vuitton's position against competitors and other LVMH Maisons.
• Collaborate with the Store Planning Team to forecast demand accurately.

Requirements

• Background in retail luxury/hospitality with a focus on procurement.
• Competencies in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Finance, or Economics.
• Demonstrated abilities in Cost Estimation and Construction operations.
• Experience in owner representation and/or construction and materials procurement.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and construction drawings and project schedules.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and supplier management.
• Outstanding negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to speak foreign languages (French, Spanish, Portuguese, or Italian).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Various paid time off programs.
• Employee discount/perks.
• Two retirement plans with employer contributions.