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Your Role and Responsibilities We are seeking an experienced and accomplished Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead our strategic sourcing efforts and drive business growth across the organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive sourcing strategies, managing complex supplier relationships, and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing Leadership
Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to meet business requirements and drive cost savings
Provide leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams on sourcing strategies and supplier management
Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement business strategies
Supplier Relationship Management
Develop and manage complex supplier relationships, including negotiation of contracts and resolution of issues
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including vendor non-performance and compliance issues
Collaborate with suppliers to develop and implement quality and performance improvement plans
Contract Management
Develop and manage high-value contracts, including negotiation of terms and conditions
Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, including payment terms and delivery schedules
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure contract requirements are met
Category Management
Develop and manage category strategies across multiple commodities
Analyze market trends and provide recommendations for category optimization
Collaborate with suppliers to develop and implement category-specific solutions
Stakeholder Management
Develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, including procurement, operations, and finance
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and develop sourcing strategies
Provide regular updates and reporting on sourcing activities and results
Required Technical and Professional Expertise
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
Minimum 15 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management
Proven track record of driving business growth and improving supplier performance
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to analyze complex data and develop recommendations
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Experience with contract management and negotiation, including development and implementation of contracts
Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
Professional certifications, such as CSCP or CPSM
Experience with supplier relationship management tools and software
Knowledge of industry trends and best practices in strategic sourcing and supply chain management
