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Category Sourcing Manager

Los Angeles, CA

Keebler, Ritchie and Schultz

Los Angeles, CA

Category Sourcing Manager

Lead and/or support cross-functional teams of S&P team members and stakeholders through full life-cycle sourcing projects, including project planning & management, analysis & strategy, supplier evaluation & selection, negotiation, and implementation
Demonstrate exemplary integrity and ethics in all instances
Knowledge of best practices in supply chain management and sourcing
Analyze industry and evolving trends to proactively identify supply base issues to reduce cost, minimize risk, protect continuity of supply, and exploit emerging opportunities that benefit Amazon
Sourcing & Procurement processes
Basic legal terms & conditions
Contingent labor industry trends

San Francisco, CA

Global Category Sourcing Manager

San Francisco, CA

Hand, Halvorson and Ullrich

San Francisco, CA

Global Category Sourcing Manager

Co create high performing Danone & partners work environment
Develop access to meaningful external expertise per key function leveraging outside in
Develop expertise to secure competitive solutions and supplier PERF in line with One Danone objectives
Support "One Danone" voice (harmonized policy & rules, compliance & process management, right supplier portfolio)
Self-starting, driven and motivated personality
Fluent in English
Support the development, implementation, and ongoing sustainment of the Contingent Labor Sourcing COE (i.e., overarching support for supplier relationship oversight activities, category strategy creation, reporting and analytics, process design and deployment, knowledge management, etc.)

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Phoenix, AZ

Senior Category Sourcing Manager

Phoenix, AZ

Hayes, Kuhlman and Herzog

present

Phoenix, AZ

Senior Category Sourcing Manager

present

Create and execute strategic sourcing projects that will support the teams’ development of an end-to-end sourcing plan globally
Works with Commodity managers and 3PL to assure capacity and continuity of supply for specific commodities
Nurturing and developing relationships with key senior stakeholders, as well as building /establishing strategic relationships with key suppliers
Effectively interfacing with all levels of management, contract management, Legal and SMEs across Verizon
Help develop long-term department strategies and significantly influences the cross-company project development and delivery processes and standards
Group lead to build, drive and implement category strategy and perform ongoing spend management of contingent labor across the Verizon global footprint
Working with our team and business partners to drive the creation and continuous improvement of the ISCaP supply chain

Education Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

The University of Kansas

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Skills Skills

Solid financial abilities including working knowledge of budgeting, capital investment and financial tools
Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated ability to influence without authority
Demonstrated excellent time management, prioritization abilities and strong project management skills
Strong business analytical skills, with 80/20 mindset
Ability to develop and implement business strategies
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills with experience in communicating and working with a remote staff
Ability to manage complexity and change
Demonstrated ability to make tough business and leadership decisions
5-7 years of broad sourcing experience in a manufacturing organization including multi-location, global business units with a high level of annualized spend
Ability to generate respect and trust from staff and external constituencies along with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and staff to create a results driven, team-oriented environment. Personally driven and motivates others to excel

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Category Sourcing Manager Professional Services Resume Examples & Samples

Support the development, implementation, and ongoing sustainment of the newly-integrated Professional Services sourcing team (i.e., overarching support for supplier relationship oversight activities, category strategy creation, reporting and analytics, process design and deployment, knowledge management, etc.)
Nurture stakeholder relationships by serving as a business partner, helping identify critical business requirements and providing sourcing and procurement services, both strategic and tactical, that meet or exceed their expectations. Foster a collaborative environment among stakeholders and with other S&P teams. Maintain strong relationships across various functions (e.g., operations, finance, legal, etc.), demonstrate the value-add of leveraging S&P processes and methods, and build enthusiasm and support for their adoption
Manage less-experienced staff and drive internal skill/capability development to broaden and build their skill sets and capabilities
Five years of experience in leading/managing teams in a strategic sourcing environment
Experience in designing and implementing new processes in a complex environment
Internal/external business consulting experience
Experience in media/entertainment industry
Experience with Ariba or other eProcurement tools
Deep understanding of and experience with external market analysis
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or similar certification

Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Support the development, implementation, and ongoing sustainment of the Contingent Labor Sourcing COE (i.e., overarching support for supplier relationship oversight activities, category strategy creation, reporting and analytics, process design and deployment, knowledge management, etc.)
5 years experience in strategic sourcing and category sourcing disciplines, preferably experience with the contingent labor category and other indirect service categories
Ability to collaborate in a team environment
Ability to build and lead effective cross-functional teams
Ability to manage diverse stakeholder interests and expectations
Strong project management experience
Ability to assess market trends
Contingent labor industry trends
Preferred at least five years of category sourcing experience
Preferred sourcing experience in contingent labor category
CPSM or C.P.M
Bachelor’s degree required in Business, Supply Chain or Finance or other quantitative discipline

Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

The Category Manager, Sourcing, will be responsible for supporting one or more sub-categories under technology and professional services. He or she will be responsible for contributing to the development, implementation, ongoing maintenance, and continuous improvement of policies and procedures regarding the sourcing of the sub-category across the enterprise, with a particular emphasis on the efficient, proactive collection and usage of accurate, relevant data concerning suppliers and projects to create and execute more effective negotiation strategies
In addition to shared responsibility for the development, maintenance, and enhancement of the overall Technology and Professional Services categories, the Category Manager will be accountable for a portfolio of projects spanning the full strategic sourcing lifecycle – from planning and strategizing through sourcing, negotiations, and contracting to ongoing supplier relationship management activities – in support of all TWDC stakeholders enterprise-wide. While many projects may originally be for an individual business unit, the Category Manager will be expected to identify opportunities to incorporate flexibility and a longer-term vision into agreements to expand their applicability and value to the broader enterprise
The Category Manager will be responsible for maintaining ongoing relationships with a portfolio of suppliers and serving as a point of contact for stakeholders about the relationship, current terms, and recent and upcoming activities
The Category Manager will be responsible for helping drive compliance with our internal policies and procedures, create supply chain excellence, protect the Disney brand and mitigate risk. This position will interface with multiple levels of leadership and contributors across all segments of The Walt Disney Company. It is important for this position to nurture relationships across the stakeholder community
Support the development, implementation, and ongoing sustainment of the Categories (i.e., overarching support for supplier relationship oversight activities, category strategy creation, reporting and analytics, process design and deployment, knowledge management, etc.)
Lead and/or support cross-functional teams of SS&P team members and stakeholders through full life-cycle sourcing projects, including project planning & management, analysis & strategy, supplier evaluation & selection, negotiation, and implementation
Nurture stakeholder relationships by serving as a business partner, helping identify critical business requirements and providing sourcing and procurement services, both strategic and tactical, that meet or exceed their expectations. Foster a collaborative environment among stakeholders and with other SS&P teams. Maintain strong relationships across various functions (e.g., operations, finance, legal, etc.), demonstrate the value-add of leveraging SS&P processes and methods, and build enthusiasm and support for their adoption
Support the development of less-experienced staff and drive internal skill/capability development to broaden and build their skill sets and capabilities
Five years of experience in leading/managing project teams in a strategic sourcing environment
Five years of experience conducting direct negotiations with suppliers
Experience in the sourcing of technology, IT professional services and/or business consulting services

Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Deliver maximum supply chain value for The Walt Disney Company by effectively and efficiently leading and/or supporting cross-functional teams of virtual team members, and stakeholders through full life-cycle sourcing projects, including project planning & management, analysis & strategy, supplier evaluation & selection, negotiation, and implementation
Contribute to team goals by effectively and efficiently executing individual sourcing projects to drive results, and providing ongoing support, as needed, for the stakeholders and suppliers involved in your efforts
Manage a category or subcategory including, for example, maintaining/updating strategy in accordance with business objectives; proactively seeking ways to leverage strategies to derive incremental value from projects; and facilitating development of lessons learned to further evolve category or subcategory strategies
Manage team-related and administrative activities including, for example, participating in the Annual Operating Plan process, periodically updating project status reports and ensuring projects are communicated clearly; entering and maintaining timely, accurate project information in project and savings tracking system, including forecasts; and fulfilling ad hoc requests from S&P leadership and Procurement Operations on a timely basis
Seven years of relevant experience, which may include, for example: a) sourcing and procurement of goods and services, b) experience in a related discipline with exposure to or experience in sourcing of similar products and services, c) business development experience identifying, analyzing, and building relationships with suppliers of similar products and services, d) management consulting focusing on strategy, operations/supply chain/logistics, and/or technology
Minimum of two years at the team lead or project management level
Ability to lead a team successfully through strategic sourcing engagements that include complicated analysis, strategy development, negotiation and implementation
Four years of experience in sourcing of technology-related goods and services or similar
Four or more years at the team lead or project management level
Technical and/or market expertise in one or more relevant areas of technology, such as digital content management, application development and/or maintenance, service-based solutions (e.g., SaaS, IaaS, etc.), global telecommunications, social media platforms, customer relationship management, etc

Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Strong knowledge of product-specific construction standards, materials, and manufacturing processes/techniques
Demonstrated ability to balance conflicting priorities between creative design and cost of goods objectives
Proficient in English (spoken and written) and Mandarin or Cantonese or Thai
Strong analytical and strategy-formulation skills
Strong computer skills (i.e., Excel, PowerPoint, MicroCharts, etc.)
Ability to work on multiple projects within specified time frames
Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
Understanding of US and Global testing, safety, and labeling requirements and impact to product design and manufacturing processes
Understanding of free-trade agreements, duties and resulting impact of sourcing strategies

Senior Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Developing long term category strategy and category plans for EMEA cross-LOB/cross-country spend
Partnering with the Category Board and LOBs to establish the EMEA LOB cost efficiency Strat plan and AOPs
Accountability for the savings delivery of the category plans
Proactively providing content, analysis, discussion points, SRM activity, etc as an active member of the Category Board
Developing the proposed plan and governance for implementation of the cross-country/cross-LOB projects
Nurturing and developing relationships with key senior stakeholders, as well as building /establishing strategic relationships with key suppliers
Leading the key sourcing initiatives for the Category, supervising Category Specialists and providing guidance to any category related project executed by Local Sourcing teams
Leveraging global scale and adhering to global categories where applicable
Providing rigorous cost and market analysis following the models established by Strategic Sourcing focusing on the total value of ownership
Creating a mutual sharing and learning environment with Country and Category teams
Facilitates the SRM relationship with key supplier in partnership with Senior Executive Sponsors
Most efficiently and effectively deploying the third party relationship provided resources (specialists, SME) for the highest impact on the Category
Strong knowledge of procurement practices supported by CIPS (or a similar professional qualification)
Procurement experience in a multinational environment, ideally in Media or FMCG industry
A strong internal customer focus with the ability to identify and solicit stakeholder needs and develop solutions to address their requirements
Ability to effectively communicate strategic value of sourcing to stakeholders across multiple Business Units
A track record of delivering savings and added value

Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Lead the development and execution of multi-year category and supplier spend management strategies within assigned categories
Conduct in-depth cost and spend analysis to develop target savings & cost reduction initiatives
Complete the following activities for material sourcing events
Minimum of 7 years experience in managing commodity or spend category spend
Commercial skill/strategic negotiation ability, specifically in the area of information technology
Change Management: experience and proven ability to drive change with management direction but without having to be prescribed to
Project Management: ability to develop, plan and execute projects and create remediation plans and actions with timely updates to management
Legal Acumen: strong understanding and proven experience in interpreting and executing complex legal Master Agreements and Service Schedules. Contracting experience in the areas of “on premise” software licensing, software as a service licensing and technology professional services is preferred

Category / Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

You will have the opportunity to develop working relationships with key stakeholders to define their requirements, and develop the strategic sourcing strategy, define, prepare and negotiate complex service level agreements, process and determine requirements for ongoing supplier management
Identify and lead the e-procurement strategies across the Indirect categories, including RFX’s, bids and reverse auctions
The Category Manager for Indirect spend is viewed as a trusted business advisor in which he/she influences budget owner executives to reflect project savings in their business unit’s budgets
Experience of working in progressively challenging roles in sourcing, negotiations, category management and supplier management

Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Manage competitive bids requested by teams as well as proactively identify sourcing opportunities
Contribute to the global R&D Procurement cost savings target
Manage overall relationship with 3rd pary lab supply distributor and numerous other vendors to ensure competitive costs, business continuity, and day-to-day operations are handled in accordance with proper policy and procedures
Manage numerous projects such as identifying low-cost alternatives, analyzing conversion opportunities, and facilititating global Ariba catalog implementation. Gain end user and senior management buy-in on decisions
Lead selection and management of R&D Ariba lab supply and chemicals online purchasing catalogs including agreements and pricing. Review Purchase Order components and provide instruction to Procurement Associates to ensure POs are executed with proper legal documentation, pricing and financial coding
Manage vendor relationships and help facilitate on-site visits and contacts with colleagues
Bachelor’s degree in a business or science field with a minimum of 3-5 years previous procurement/sourcing experience with demonstrated ability to manage vendor relationships and stakeholders in a complex business environment
Demonstrated ability to understand and negotiate pricing and other contract terms with suppliers
Proven experience in working across functions, roles, and divisions to influence and move projects to completion
High level of competency using Microsoft Office suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Must be able to communicate with staff at all levels of the organization
Ability to work independently while fostering good working relationship and have flexibility and the capacity to handle multiple tasks at one
Superior application of soft skills to work effectively across the organization
Attention to detail is important, but the ability to view the larger picture and determine appropriate goals are equally important
Demonstrated ability to understand and navigate the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process in a large organization
Leadership, willingness to speak up, and an ability to work independently and cooperatively within an aligned team are critical for this position
Strong sense of customer service and willingness to work with fellow colleagues and vendors to obtain the best outcomes

Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Analyze industry trends and evolving technology to proactively identify supply base opportunities to reduce cost, minimize risk, protect continuity of supply, and exploit industry developments that benefit Amazon
Identify and pursue opportunities to leverage and consolidate the supply base using system level tools and techniques
Negotiate and implement supplier agreements/contracts that meet the business needs of cross-functional stakeholders and achieve sustainable relationships with suppliers
Develop the best possible supply base
Influence suppliers' manufacturing processes, technology decisions, and policies in ways that are mutually beneficial and sustainable for both organizations
3 years of experience sourcing contract or original design manufacture of electronic hardware
MBA or advanced degree in engineering or other quantitative disciplines
7-10 years of professional experience
Broad supply chain experience, such as new product introduction, demand planning, and supply management

Senior Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Lead sourcing engagements and sourcing teams in opportunity identification and RFIs where appropriate
Review and approve a comprehensive list of suppliers for bid processes developed by analyzing the industry to understand trends and competitive positioning ensuring system activation of the best possible supply base
Minimum of 3 years of strategic sourcing experience in high technology
Minimum of 5 years of related supply chain experience
Experience in Semiconductor industry is preferred
Strong negotiation skills and passion for technology
Strong writing and verbal communication skills
General manager/owner mentality, entrepreneurial drive, and proven ability to influence others

Senior Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Collaboratively lead various cross functional teams to develop Verizon’s global requirements and reach consensus to achieve Verizon’s goals and objectives
Establish and maintain a robust compliance and governance framework to ensure that Verizon’s Contingent Worker Policy is enforced with internal business partners as well as the CWP supply base
Manage the ongoing consolidation of regional and local procurement of contingent labor throughout the Verizon global footprint into the centralized CWP
Lead consolidation and integration efforts involving contingent labor procurement practices following mergers/acquisitions undertaken by Verizon
Provide direction and leadership to Sourcing in support of business initiatives that provide operational efficiencies to Verizon and optimize the customer experience
Stay current with industry trends and ensures that their team applies industry best practices to their assigned category area
Building collaborative relationships with our internal business partners as well as strategic relationships with our suppliers
Negotiating to achieve favorable contracts and services
Gather, analyze and engage data driven results while leveraging financial acumen
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or equivalent discipline
Six or more years of related experience in the one or more of the following areas
Knowledge, experience and/or business acumen in the areas of staffing, HR and/or contingent workforce, specifically Managed Service Provider (MSP) programs
Familiarity with vendor management systems (VMS), contingent workforce management systems and/or services procurement systems such as Fieldglass, Beeline or IQNavigator
Experience leading Cross Functional Teams
Experience in financial and data analysis and supplier assessment
Proficient SAP, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience developing resolutions to complex problems that require the frequent use of creativity
Strong team leadership skills
Self-motivated and self-starter with ability to work independently
Experience in drafting contract documents required for the establishment of business content elements (i.e., Statements of Work (SOW))
Apply critical thinking skills and work independently to make sound business decisions on behalf of Verizon
Ability to solve complex problems to ensure business and financial issues result in sound decisions

Senior Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Candidate will be responsible for negotiating and managing the procurement of our spares global Contract Logistics expenditure
Candidate must have to ability to clearly communicate and explain complex demand/supply forecasts (inputs, outputs, rationale, and gaps) and recommendations to senior management
Works with Commodity managers and 3PL to assure capacity and continuity of supply for specific commodities
Serve as a key member of the supply chain commodity team in helping to define and deliver complex component strategies to support spare parts for AWS infrastructure
Prepare and give detailed data-driven business reviews to senior management, focused on continuity of supply of market based commodities and associated impacts
Performs long-range capacity analysis for their products and identify industry constrained components
Works closely with Hardware Component suppliers design & development, sustaining, and test engineering groups to ensures product availability
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, Business or other related quantitative discipline
5 years of years of relevant work experience in supply chain, procurement, planning, manufacturing, finance or related field
Experience in Contract Negotiations
Strong Communication skills are required
Supplier Management experience and strong negotiation skills
Experience in Storage ( SSD, HDDs, tapes ) supply chains
Advanced knowledge of global supply chains
Minimum of 5 years professional experience (in high technology, consumer electronics, or related fields)
MBA or advanced degree in engineering, operations research, mathematics or other quantitative disciplines
Experience with supply chain modeling and other statistical analysis tools

Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Relies on experience and judgement to achieve goals
Leading or supporting cross-functional teams through full life-cycle sourcing projects including project planning & management, analysis & strategy, supplier evaluation & selection, negotiation, and ongoing supplier relationship management
Creating and delivering compelling quantitative analyses and solution-focused presentations that influence key decision-makers
Nurturing stakeholder relationships by serving as a business partner, helping identify critical business needs and providing sourcing services, both strategic and tactical, that exceed their expectations
Fostering a collaborative environment among stakeholders and with other supporting teams (e.g., Legal, Finance, Segment-specific Sourcing teams, etc.)
Mentoring less-experienced staff and driving internal capability development
Seven years of sourcing or related experience, with at least three years supporting the sourcing of professional and/or staff supplementation services, including conducting direct supplier negotiations
Experience in a leading analytical and/or sourcing role for at least one outsourcing or managed services agreements involving infrastructure management, application development and/or maintenance, network services, end user computing, help desk services, and/or IT security
Ability to perform detailed quantitative analysis in MS Excel
Ten years of sourcing or related experience, with at least five years supporting the sourcing of professional services and/or staff supplementation services, including experience in a leading role in the sourcing of a large-scale IT managed services agreement for a Fortune 100 company
Internal or external business consulting experience
Experience in a leading sourcing role for at least three outsourcing or managed services agreements involving telecommunications, infrastructure management, application development and/or maintenance, network services, end user computing, help desk services, and/or IT security
Experience working for a large managed services provider
Experience litigating disputes over large managed services IT agreements
High School mathematics

Marketing Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Analytical process skills with the ability to use written information and numerical data to make decisions or solve problems
Ability to effectively collaborate with customers to gain agreement/support and the ability to influence
Ability to manage multiple priorities and organize daily activities to finish required work within agreed to commitments and deadlines with business needs in mind
Ability to maintain records and data in a thorough manner with strong attention to detail
Ability to learn & apply new information quickly; Anticipate problems before they occur; take a broad view; find meaningful connections; use logic and intuition to define problems/solutions
Outstanding time management skills with ability to handle multiple priorities
Track record of delivering business results
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written with an ability to recognize and appraise seriousness and urgency of issues as they relate to department activities
Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Oracle, etc)
Ability to work well and maintain strong business relationships with other departments, outside suppliers and other business partners to deliver against business/organization goals
Ability to work accurately and successfully with a limited amount of supervision
Can give effective presentations to high level stakeholders
Regularly finds creative/innovative ways to overcome obstacles; i.e. uncooperative/unresponsive suppliers, strong internal resistance to action, improved data collection/analysis, etc

Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Following procurement strategies, policies and procedures as defined by the Divisional Vice President(DVP), develops a comprehensive understanding of business and user requirements for assigned spend categories
Develops a business relationship with functional stakeholders and solicits feedback on sourcing and vendor performance, share and discuss supply base opportunities, and identify new and changed needs
As Category Sourcing Managers will deliver breakthrough levels of performance by deploying exceptional leadership skills, and continuous coaching of cross-functional teams
Sets the standards for conducting internal and external research on supply market and competitive activities within assigned spend categories (or sourcing projects) so as to ensure the highest levels of insight is generated; under-takes or ensures the identification of supply market economics and trends; ensures the identification of qualified supply base, maintains market information on suppliers and drives optimization of the supply base
Defines strategies for assigned categories or projects; translates improvement objectives regarding experiences and savings into viable category plans; works with Senior Category Sourcing Manager or Director to define the sourcing strategy to follow including suppliers list and the criticality for materials and services
Leads the execution of category sourcing strategies for assigned category portfolio (or projects). Executes category sourcing strategies including development and execution of RFI’s and RFP’s, documents bid events through correspondence to suppliers; develops selection criteria and drives the selection of suppliers in collaboration with a cross-functional team; conducts supplier negotiations; collaborates with Legal to establish contracts, and performs critical tactical activities as needed including contract management, purchase order processing and implementing improvement plans; uses procurement tools and systems to create operational efficiency and visibility across the enterprise; identifies and pursues ad hoc opportunities to reduce product/service costs
Helps drive tracking and reporting for assigned spend areas; develops tracking mechanisms and supplier key performance indicators with the Senior Category Sourcing Manager/Director; tracks compliance and develops leakage reports; supports formal management reporting to senior director and other members of senior management
Directly manages complex negotiations with suppliers that require a detailed strategic plan and have a direct correlation with WBA Retail Divisions operational needs and goals
Supports the talent development of inter-divisional team members and the overall development of cross-functional teams. Collaborates with Analysts, Category Specialists, Category Managers and Directors across the retail divisions on key projects. Works with the Legal department to establish contracts, and perform critical tactical activities as needed
Plans, develops and implements business plans and budgets, including long-range objectives, performance goals and metrics. Performs material dollar negotiations which have a significant impact of WBA Retail Divisions cash flow and financial models
Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of procurement experience in relevant spend categories(Health and Wellness, Personal and Beauty, Seasonal and convenience) or industry sectors (Retail, CPG, Pharmaceuticals) or High School Diploma/GED and at least 7 years’ experience in relevant spend categories (Health and Wellness, Personal and Beauty, Seasonal and convenience) or industry sectors (Retail, CPG, Pharmaceuticals)
At least 2 years of experience managing negotiations for spend categories >$100m million dollars
Experience developing and implementing category sourcing strategies with a proven track record of delivering exceptional results
Experience working with Profit and Loss (P&L) concepts, such as revenue, COGS, gross profit margin, operating expenses and cash flow with a view to identifying and delivering profit enhancement opportunities
Experience establishing and maintaining relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, in the business community and with vendors
MBA or other advanced degree or CPM/CPSM certification
Experience of leading cross-functional teams in a large global matrix organization
Walgreens Store Operations and/or Pharmacy Operations experience

Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Create and execute strategic sourcing projects that will support the teams’ development of an end-to-end sourcing plan globally
Influence suppliers' manufacturing processes, technology decisions, and policies in ways that are mutually beneficial and sustainable for both organizations by leveraging the growth of Amazon's spend
Negotiate and implement supplier agreements/contracts by working with cross-functional stakeholders and suppliers to reach agreement on contract terms and conditions
Analysis and understanding of data to create accurate forecasting
Adaptive to a fast paced, constantly changing environment
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering or business
Travel required up to 15%
Demonstrated top performance in prior role(s), with increasing levels of responsibility
A desire to grow professionally as the role’s responsibility grows rapidly with the business
Fluent in multiple languages (preferably Japanese)

Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Work with business and finance leaders to identify and drive savings and controllership improvements
Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on procurement principles and processes and maintain procurement ethics in accordance with Amazon’s global policies
Work closely with the business teams to understand their purchasing needs and select the best suppliers to achieve long-term goals while focusing on total cost of ownership (TCO)
Identify and manage sourcing and supplier engagement activities including strategic sourcing plans, RFPs, bid and proposal reviews, negotiations, contract awards, etc
Evaluate supplier core competencies and competitive positioning using industry cost models and benchmarking analysis
Prepare and hold business reviews with local stakeholders to review vendor performance, future opportunities and/or challenges
Implement supply and supplier risk management actions and support resolution of supplier quality or performance issues
Analyze industry and evolving trends to proactively identify supply base issues to reduce cost, minimize risk, protect continuity of supply, and exploit emerging opportunities that benefit Amazon
Highest degree of ethics and integrity
Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) required
7+ years of relevant Strategic Sourcing experience, preferably with 3 years in an Indirect Procurement function at a multinational corporation with national and global contracts
In-depth understanding of best-in-class procurement processes (sourcing, contracting, negotiation, etc.)
Extensive knowledge of contract terms and conditions
Extremely customer focused and takes the time to understand the needs of the business
Outstanding partnering, influencing and negotiation skills
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to prioritize in a complex, fast-paced environment
Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem solving skills
MBA or Master's Degree
Experience in corporate services sourcing (e.g. Marketing, professional services)

Senior Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Analyze and determine cost reduction opportunities by leveraging volumes, optimizing the supplier base and reducing total cost of ownership
Lead sourcing engagements and competitive bidding (RFI, RFQ, and RFP)
Working with our team and business partners to drive the creation and continuous improvement of the ISCaP supply chain
Track internal metrics for executing projects and sourcing plans
Make optimal tradeoffs between schedule, resources, and scope, and apply advanced technical and business knowledge to address major risks, challenges, and obstacles
Help develop long-term department strategies and significantly influences the cross-company project development and delivery processes and standards
Keys to success in this role include sound judgment and excellent written/verbal communication skills. The candidate should be able to extract insights from data and be able to communicate clearly appropriate triggers and actions
Deep experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, including negotiating, supplier management, and driving supply chain improvements. (4+ years)
Industry experience in construction or equipment sourcing or purchasing
Experience in project management or leading an implementation of a process
International procurement experience
Experience in data centers, an infrastructure service provider or similar technology company
Fluent in multiple languages preferred

Senior Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Lead sourcing engagements and sourcing teams in opportunity identification and RFXs where appropriate
Manage supplier relationships and performance, and establish yourself as a primary business contact for key suppliers
5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, enterprise technology, or electronics manufacturing
Ability to think strategically and execute tactically with a bias for action
Demonstrated ability to influence at the executive level internally and with suppliers
Experience leading negotiations for complex, mission critical technology
Strong communications (verbal and written) skills

Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Lead sourcing engagements and sourcing teams in the conduct of opportunity identification and RFPs where appropriate
Ability to analyze and determine opportunities to leverage and consolidate the supply base using system level tools, techniques, and procurement policy
Provide product and service expertise to geographic associates to build network participation and expertise
Manage supplier relationships and establish yourself as a primary business contact for key suppliers; develop risk mitigation strategies for key category segments
Flow to the work and remain flexible at all times regarding potential new opportunities
Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) required
Familiarity with procurement systems such as Oracle financial applications or other third party information systems, and the ability to learn proprietary systems
5+ years of relevant Strategic Sourcing experience with 3 years in a corporate services sourcing role
Masters Degree (MBA/MS) preferred
The ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem solving skills
Strong analytical skills including the ability to distill, synthesize, and draw conclusions on large amounts of data

Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Develop, negotiate, implement, and sustain supply contracts consistent with business objectives
Monitor, communicate, and respond to changing market conditions and business drivers on a global basis to maximize leverage and minimize risk
Lead cross-functional teams involved in supplier discovery and supplier qualification
Work closely with supported businesses to ensure stability and cost effectiveness of supply
Bring innovative supplier solutions to maximize value proposition across the supply chain
Manage supplier performance and maintain interface at senior levels of supplier organizations
Accountable for policy and compliance management specific to Travel
Ensure that the sourcing process is consistent with the necessary regulatory and legal requirements
Balancing workload across the enterprise to maximize effective use of resources
Recruiting, training, and development of global staff
At least five-years managing strategic sourcing categories named in the position summary and at least ten years of experience in supply management
Demonstrated ability to manage senior level relationships with key suppliers
Strong data analytics capabilities, including proficiency in Excel based analytics such as pivot tables and other advanced functions
Proficiency in preparing and delivering presentations to senior management stakeholders
B.S. Degree in Business preferred but not required

Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Workwith managers and other personnel across the division to develop strategies forthe assigned categories. Oversee project implementation by building strongworking relationships with local management
Identifymajor savings opportunities and develop action plans to achieve those goalswhile meeting local requirements and standards. Identify content specific experts throughout the Segment and inCorporate and leverage these experts to accomplish goals
Support sourcingrequirements for the implementation of innovative new products thatdifferentiate ITW in the market by ensuring that all Supplier sourced itemsmeet ITW requirements
Participatein cross-collaboration between the facilities and with other divisions/segmentsto increase ITW enterprise wide savings initiatives. Develop concrete action plans for the Segmentand ITW corporate led initiatives
Developsupplier relationships to improve performance and align with Division’sgoals/objectives
Assesssupplier performance and supply chain risk to avoid customer disruption bydeveloping alternative suppliers/materials
Bachelor's degree required, Master’s degree a plus. Major in business, supply chain management, technical or engineering preferred
5-7 years of broad sourcing experience in a manufacturing organization including multi-location, global business units with a high level of annualized spend
Specific category experiences in automation control, HMI, electronic and electrical components, EMS, PCBA, and wire harness/cable assemblies highly preferred
Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated ability to influence without authority
Ability to develop and implement business strategies
Strong business analytical skills, with 80/20 mindset
Solid financial abilities including working knowledge of budgeting, capital investment and financial tools
Ability to manage complexity and change
Demonstrated ability to make tough business and leadership decisions
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills with experience in communicating and working with a remote staff
Ability to generate respect and trust from staff and external constituencies along with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and staff to create a results driven, team-oriented environment. Personally driven and motivates others to excel

Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Work with local business and finance leaders to identify and drive savings and controllership improvements
Provide guidance to local employees on procurement principles, policies and processes and maintain procurement ethics in accordance with Amazon’s global policies and procedures
Work closely with the business teams to understand their purchasing needs and align them with the best suppliers to meet their long-term goals while focusing on total cost of ownership (TCO)
Bachelor’s degree (BE/BS/BA) required
12+ years of relevant sourcing experience at a multinational corporation with national and global contracts
Extensive knowledge of contract terms and conditions and in country laws and regulations
Fluency in English (written and spoken)

Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Execute against the strategy and annual plan for the category that includes
Business priorities
Key contract renewals o improvement areas for key vendors
Process improvements o optimisation of BP volumes and category expertise
Preferred supplier adoption
Savings target
Execute appropriate supplier governance to effectively manage third parties, participating in vendor relationship governance meetings including performance review and obligations tracking and value leakage prevention
Maintain vendor group-wide performance management materials such as metrics and score cards to drive desired vendor behaviour / required outcomes
Execute the full sourcing process which includes development of scope, supplier selection, commercial negotiation, and contract execution
Drive to remedy inconsistent vendor performance across the enterprise and improve vendor performance / optimising allocation of spend
Effectively use fixed pricing, and time and materials constructs Ensure that Service Levels are measured, reviewed, and reported on correctly
Modify Service Levels and create new Service Levels over the terms of the agreements
Ensure the Indirect Procurement common processes are implemented, used and continually improved
Coach less experienced Indirect Procurement staff
Participate in company networks, sharing information, best practices and lessons learned
Interface where relevant with the Global Business Servies team (GBS)
Effective optimization and utilization of Global Business Services (GBS) to deliver sourcing activities
Lead procurement projects including the negotiation of contracts & commercial terms consistent with maximizing business value for IT&S
Build and manage supplier relationships
Measure / report the value delivered
Work closely with GBS to assure sourcing delivery to the business stakeholders Track and report on supplier issues
Maximise benefits to BP as a whole by leveraging enterprise-wide spend with each vendor and contributing to the segments/functions being informed on vendor choice for new contract awards
Maximise the value of contracts throughout BP, extending suppliers’ service across the organisation to drive additional value
Demonstrable experience in ITO and ADM pricing constructs
Experience in articulating Transition and Transformation requirements
Experience delivering and managing Transition and Transformation programs
Specific experience in managing ITO and ADM agreements
Experience with HW and SW licensing, maintenance and Hardware Agreements
Experience in articulating requirements in ITO and ADM work orders
Ability to articulate requirements
Ability to interpret contract language and develop a position
Excellent negotiation skills with experience in negotiating multi-million commercial IT contracts
Ability to engage mid to senior business and IT personnel in an influential manner, to win over stakeholder consensus

Global Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Lead the category at DANONE xWBU level: market intelligence / drivers, strategy design and implementation including sustainability
Co create high performing Danone & partners work environment
Develop access to meaningful external expertise per key function leveraging outside in
Develop expertise to secure competitive solutions and supplier PERF in line with One Danone objectives
Support "One Danone" voice (harmonized policy & rules, compliance & process management, right supplier portfolio)

IT Category Sourcing Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Responsible for insuring that category strategy’s result in and generate roadmaps of savings and value streams, and where appropriate, innovation opportunities
Continual monitoring of internal customers and supply markets for changes that may impact the sourcing strategy
Year-on-year financial accountability for assigned category’s with respect to price movement
Responsible for leading global cross functional teams through the supplier selection process and for the approval of selected suppliers by stakeholders. The team-based supplier selection process is inclusive of identification of potential suppliers, RFX development and execution, proposal evaluation against business requirements and total cost of ownership, and supplier selection recommendation. Upon stakeholder approval and completion of successful negotiation and contracting
Responsible for negotiation planning and contracting with suppliers, ensuring that agreements reflect Verizon’s needs globally

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