Sr Supply Chain Specialist (Procurement)

Service Center

Job Summary

Responsible for contribution, execution and on-going management of the Corporate Supply Chain and Procurement Strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management:

• Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for assigned categories to meet business objectives.
• Conduct market analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities, manage risks, and improve supplier relationships.
• Monitor and manage supplier performance to ensure compliance with contract terms and organizational expectations.

Contract Negotiations:

• Lead complex contract negotiations to secure favorable terms while mitigating potential risks.
• Collaborate with the legal team to ensure contracts meet regulatory and compliance standards.

RFP Leadership:

• Plan, execute, and lead cross-functional RFPs to identify and secure best-in-class suppliers and solutions.
• Facilitate collaboration between internal stakeholders to define project requirements and evaluation criteria.
• Analyze RFP responses and provide recommendations to key decision-makers.

Savings and Optimization Initiatives:

• Identify cost-saving opportunities across categories and develop actionable plans to achieve financial targets.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to streamline procurement processes and reduce waste.
• Measure and report savings achieved against objectives and adjust strategies as needed.

Executive Reporting:

• Prepare and present detailed sourcing updates, performance metrics, and recommendations to executive leadership.
• Provide insights into market trends, supplier performance, and spend analytics to support informed decision-making.
• Act as a strategic advisor to leadership on supply chain and procurement matters.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.

Experience:

• 6 years of experience in supply chain management, strategic sourcing, or procurement.
• Demonstrated success in leading large-scale RFP processes and complex contract negotiations.
• Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and presenting to executive leadership.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make sound decisions.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software, procurement tools, and ERP systems.
• Results-driven with a proven track record of delivering cost savings and process improvements

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