Sr. Manager, Strategic Sourcing

Alcon

• $110K — $130K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 7 years of relevant experience in sourcing
  • Experience in strategic sourcing of direct materials
  • Knowledge of electronics, resins, molding, packaging, and medical device equipment
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SAP BI, and PowerPoint
  • Fluency in English written and spoken

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives aligned with COE procurement strategies
  • Focus on sourcing direct materials and executing project implementations
  • Identify alternative sourcing opportunities while matching specifications
  • Collaborate with teams in Asia and the US for cost improvements
  • Design and execute RFPs and participate in negotiations
  • Apply advanced analytics techniques to reveal trends and opportunities
  • Present sourcing strategies and data clearly to executive stakeholders

Benefits

  • Collaborative and diverse work environment
  • Robust benefits package including health and life insurance
  • Retirement plans and flexible time off
  • Opportunity to contribute to meaningful and innovative projects
  • Focus on enhancing lives through Alcon's mission
Full Job Description
Sr. Manager, Strategic Sourcing

As a Sr. Manager, Strategic Sourcing, COE reporting to the Director, Strategic Sourcing, COE you will be trusted to participate in developing and implementing strategic sourcing initiatives in alignment with COE procurement strategies. This role will focus on strategic sourcing of direct materials, executing project implementation, and contributing to the development of COE procurement strategies at Alcon's Fort Worth, TX location.

In this role, a typical day will include:
  • Demonstrated Experience in Strategic Sourcing of Direct Materials
  • Advanced knowledge of electronics, resins, molding, packaging, and medical device equipment
  • Continuously look out for cheap and alternative sources, matching specs locally
  • Bridge with Asia and US sites for cost improvements and strategic discussions based on the guidance from the US COE team.
  • Demonstrated experience developing sourcing strategies in the Medical Device and/or pharmaceutical industries
  • Design and execute RFPs, benchmark contracts, and be part of negotiations when needed
  • Driving the implementation of sophisticated analytics techniques (e.g., predictive modeling, machine learning, scenario modeling) to uncover hidden trends and opportunities.
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SAP BI, and PowerPoint
  • The ability to present to clearly and concisely to Executive stakeholders and Sr. Managers
  • The ability to lead and influence across functions (e.g., Procurement, Engineering, Materials Management, Executive Leadership)


WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school+15 yrs; Assoc.+11 yrs; M.S.+4 yrs; PhD+3 yrs)

The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English

7 Years of Relevant Experience

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:
  • Benefit from working in a highly collaborative and diverse environment where your contribution is valued.
  • Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and much more!
  • Join Alcon's mission to provide top-tier, innovative products and solutions that enhance sight, enhance lives, & help others "See Brilliantly!"


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