Minimum qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Finance, Business, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 7 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, focusing on end-to-end sourcing processes for goods and services.
- Experience applying sourcing principles, methodologies, and practices to manage the complete lifecycle from supplier identification through contract execution.
- Experience negotiating agreements, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and developing negotiation strategies.
- Experience managing supplier relationships, including performance evaluation, contract compliance, and issue resolution.
Preferred qualifications:- Advanced degree or certifications in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or related field.
- Experience in managing outsourced sourcing functions or tasks, and overseeing and managing the performance of outsourced functions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and quality standards.
- Proficiency in using sourcing tools and software, such as eSourcing platforms, contract management systems, and spend analysis tools.
- Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to sourcing operations, and experience in ensuring compliance with these requirements in sourcing activities.
- Familiarity with industry best practices and emerging trends in sourcing, and ability to implement these practices to optimize sourcing operations.
Responsibilities- Support collaboration with internal stakeholders to understand sourcing requirements and strategies.
- Manage sourcing processes for goods or services, including supplier identification, RFx creation, negotiations, and contract execution.
- Identify and engage with external vendors or service providers to manage specific sourcing functions or tasks; and oversee and manage the performance of outsourced functions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and quality standards.
- Manage relationships with suppliers, including performance evaluations, contract compliance, and issue resolution.
- Support identification of cost-saving opportunities and negotiation strategies in collaboration with outsourced partners and support negotiations with suppliers to achieve favorable terms and pricing.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $136000 - $196000 (USD) 15% bonus target equity benefits
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