Strategic Sourcing Manager Marketing

The Strategic Sourcing Manager Marketing will lead marketingrelated sourcing projects to help Intuitive Surgical Inc. (Intuitive) procure the best services and products at competitive costs that meet company requirements. This role is responsible for managing and executing the sourcing strategy for marketing procurement categories such as creative services market research agency relationships public relations events and sponsorships and other related subcategories. The individual will collaborate closely with Intuitives Sales and Marketing departments as well as other business units to develop sourcing strategies that deliver significant value and impact to Intuitives operations.

This role involves leading sourcing projects from start to finish including tasks such as requirements gathering supplier research category and market research market index analysis data analysis baseline development RFP development bid management negotiations offer analysis and scenario development. The candidate is expected to solve problems recommend alternative solutions and mitigate business risks. Additionally the role encompasses postbid management activities such as contract management spend analysis and supplier management. The individual must manage multiple projects concurrently while also supporting adhoc sourcing inquiries and improvement initiatives.

Effective collaboration with Sales & Marketing Privacy Contracts Finance and other business teams is essential for success in this role. Excellent project management and communication skills are necessary as this individual will need to influence and effectively navigate complex decisions within the company.

Responsibilities :

Develop Strategic Relationships : Foster strong internal and external partnerships.

Drive Strategic Sourcing and RFP Process Execution : Lead and manage strategic sourcing and RFP processes effectively including creating RFPs analyzing supplier responses and presenting award recommendations. Ensure alignment with goals foster collaboration and refine processes for continuous improvement

Collaborate with Business Partners : Work with stakeholders to maximize Marketing ROI and achieve overall business objectives.

Act as a Business Advisor : Provide market insights assess commercial and operational risks assist in supplier selection and negotiate favorable legal and commercial terms.

Identify Cost Savings Opportunities : Find and implement costsaving measures while mitigating business risks.

Enhance Procurement and Contracting Efficiency : Streamline processes to benefit business partners and key suppliers.

Facilitate Key Decisions : Bring decisionmakers together to influence critical business decisions when necessary.

Conduct Market and Supplier Research : Perform detailed research and communicate findings through comprehensive summaries.

Manage Project Timelines : Develop and oversee project timelines and lead relevant meetings.

Proactively Manage Marketing Contracts : Review existing contracts and create sourcing project pipeline based on business needs and expiration dates.

Address Contract Concerns : Meet with contract owners managers and the Legal team to resolve supplier contract issues.

Negotiate Contract Terms : Independently review redline and negotiate contract terms and conditions in collaboration with Marketing partners.

Partner with Legal / Contracts Team : Collaborate with the contracts and legal teams to achieve optimal contract terms and minimize risk when escalations are necessary.

Update Project Pipeline : Regularly update project pipelines and cost savings estimates.

Deliver Presentations : Develop and deliver effective presentations for internal stakeholders and key leadership when necessary.

Adapt to FastPaced Environments : Work efficiently in a dynamic environment while ensuring quality results.

Qualifications :

Skills / Job Requirements :

Educational Background : Bachelors degree required (business supply chain finance or related discipline preferred).

Experience : 6 years of experience with 24 years supporting sales and marketingrelated categories.

Negotiation Skills : Strong contract negotiation skills with the ability to prepare and execute negotiations effectively.

Marketing Knowledge : Understanding of various marketing strategies channels tools including digital marketing advertising public relations and event management.

Agency Remuneration Models : Familiarity with different models and their respective pros and cons.

Analytical Ability : Superior skills in gathering facts performing root cause analyses and drawing conclusions.

Conceptual Thinking : Strong ability to lead others through ambiguous or complex issues.

Adaptability : Ability to adjust to changing market conditions emerging trends and evolving business needs.

Change Management : Extensive experience managing change across multiple stakeholder groups.

Senior Leadership Influence : Superior negotiation skills to influence senior leadership on strategic directions and sourcing recommendations.

Consensus Building : Ability to build consensus and act as an independent arbiter to achieve sourcing outcomes.

Project Management : Competence in managing multiple projects concurrently and knowledge of project management principles.

Communication Skills : Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills for interaction with team members and senior management.

Attention to Detail : Strong focus on accuracy and the drive to achieve highquality results with minimal supervision.

Interpersonal Skills : Ability to listen understand and communicate effectively with employees at all levels.

Relationship Building : Proven ability to build effective working relationships within the organization.

Desired Skills :

Certifications : CPCM (Certified Professional Contract Manager) or ISM (Institute for Supply Management) certification preferred.

Additional Information :

Due to the nature of our business and the role please note that Intuitive and / or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID19.  Details can vary by role.

Intuitive is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity national origin color age religion protected veteran or disability status genetic information or any other status protected under federal state or local applicable laws.

EEO and AA Policy

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside or plan to reside in Alabama Arkansas Delaware Florida Indiana Iowa Louisiana Maryland Mississippi Missouri Oklahoma Pennsylvania South Carolina or Tennessee.

We provide marketcompetitive compensation packages inclusive of base pay incentives benefits and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role as actual pay will be determined based on several factors including experience skills and qualifications. The target salary ranges are listed.

Remote Work : Employment Type :

Fulltime

Key Skills

Finance Control,Finance,ABAP,Body Care,Business Analytics,Avionics

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