Senior Sourcing Leader

Introduction
At IBM, work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities
We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior Sourcing Leader to lead our sourcing function and drive business growth across the organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic sourcing strategies, managing complex supplier relationships, and ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing Leadership
• Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies 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
• Category Management
• Develop and manage category strategies across multiple commodities
• Analyse market trends and provide recommendations for category optimization
• Collaborate with suppliers to develop and implement category-specific solutions
• 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
• Talent Development and Management
• Lead and manage a team of sourcing professionals, including training and development, performance management, and career growth opportunities
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the sourcing function
• 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 20 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 analyse 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
• Leadership experience, with ability to manage and develop a team of sourcing professionals
• The preferred candidate must be open to working during night shift, specifically from 6:30 PM to 3:30 AM IST.
• The candidate should possess experience in global procurement, particularly within the US, APAC, and EMEA regions.

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
• Experience with change management and implementation of process improvements