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N Hegmann
Nestor
Hegmann
2453 Spencer Island
Phoenix
AZ
+1 (555) 388 5028
2453 Spencer Island
Phoenix
AZ
Phone
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+1 (555) 388 5028
Experience
Experience
Dallas, TX
Strategic Sourcing
Dallas, TX
Hegmann LLC
Dallas, TX
Strategic Sourcing
- Meet the Manufacturing OKTS (OK to Ship) Plans: working with Manufacturing leadership, Purchasing and SQE, identify all supplier-related potential risks to this objective, develop solid mitigation plans to overcome risks, lead teams in implementation and monitoring for successful risk elimination to achieve month-end metrics and achieve production linearity. Support meeting the Manufacturing OKTS with no shortfalls due to supplier performance, both quality and delivery (within supplier lead times)
- Provide Recommendations
- Ensuring that correct documentation is in place to process 3PP purchase orders
- Ensuring that Sourcing forecasts are kept up to date
- Support with evaluation and selection of suppliers
- Support with Supplier negotiations
- Support with Contract Management process and documentation
Phoenix, AZ
Strategic Sourcing Leader
Phoenix, AZ
Berge-Schaefer
Phoenix, AZ
Strategic Sourcing Leader
- Lead the regional supplier selection, qualification, development, and overall supplier management, including drafting, managing and terminating contracts
- Assist in the streamlining tasks and building technological efficiencies in an effort to improve processes while maintaining a high quality work product
- Be responsible for elements of PMT procurement training on use of contemporary tools such as Should Costing, Cost Curve, eAuctions
- Drive data analytics considering e.g. AVL/Off AVL pricing, VMI penetration, etc
- Collaborate with global sourcing team to achieve sourcing and procurement strategy
- Support annual re-cost efforts, including cost modeling and supplier cost analysis
- Add to bottom line of company by developing and executing cost reduction strategy
present
Chicago, IL
Director of Strategic Sourcing
Chicago, IL
Bruen-Prosacco
present
Chicago, IL
Director of Strategic Sourcing
present
- Attending internal meetings to develop sourcing strategic policy with the organization if necessary
- Collaborate with sales managers on long-term strategic supply, price and logistics issues
- Supervise strategic sourcing team members using the principles set forth by the TT Way of Management
- Oversees the purchasing and/or contracting for materials, supplies, equipment, and services for the operation of the Company, in addition to all inventory items.Confers with requesting parties when specific sources are requested.Supporting site purchasing managers, the Director of Strategic Sourcing will investigate and solve problems resulting from material shortages, however caused
- Will actively engage in Continuous Improvement by encouraging, participating in, and supporting a Lean Six Sigma culture
- Develop and implement key procurement strategies in close coordination with sales and operations to maximize total benefits from suppliers while maintaining or improving service levels for ORR customers. Strategies will include balanced scorecard development and cost benchmarking
- Oversee the continuous development and refinement of Category Playbooks for identifying and pursuing savings opportunities
Education
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Business
Bachelor’s Degree in Business
East Carolina University
Bachelor’s Degree in Business
Skills
Skills
- Good level of numeracy skills, financial modelling/accounting skills is highly desirable
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills and highly resistant to change and stress
- Capability to handle multiple projects at the same time and perform financial stability analysis of suppliers
- Knowledge of commodity markets with capability to analyze data and develop strategy
- Adaptability
- Extensive knowledge of Sourcing Events with demonstrated effective Request for Information and Request for Proposals (RFI/RFP)
- Profile suppliers and segment spend
- Able to speak, read and write English fluently
- Good prioritization skills and time management
- Ability to multi task and to proactively respond to urgent matters
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Strategic Sourcing Supervising Associate Resume Examples & Samples
- Execution of stakeholder engagement, gathering requirements, formulating business cases, creation/leading RFx activities, market and bid analysis, making recommendations in line with policy and process, contract negotiation (including sole source situations), renewals and ongoing vendor performance management
- Support for the Software Associate Director and Director in developing a category strategy which adheres to the overall global IT strategy and building a deal pipeline
- Leading vendor negotiations, within the assigned software spend, to ensure the best return on investment while maximizing savings
- Develop and maintain strong stakeholder relationships through exceptional client service
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Talent Sourcing Specialist Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Sources and pre-screen active candidates from on-line databases, contact lists, RBC ATS, and employee referrals for specific talent communities
- Sources and pre-screens passive candidates through networking, cold calling, advertisements, and internet research for specific talent community needs
- Creates and updates potential candidates in database and RBC ATS
- 2-3 years of relevant recruitment or marketing research experience in a role with a primary focus on identification
- Deep experience with Boolean logic search and all associated internet mining techniques
- Proven track record in secondary research techniques and experience with tools that enable the identification of hidden talent
- Some experience with direct and indirect marketing techniques in one or more of the following areas: Permission Based marketing; Email Campaigns and CRM Marketing, and Database Marketing
- Highly organized with a sense of urgency; ability to prioritize workload based on business demand
- Detail, process and metrics driven to achieve goals
- Knowledge of financial services is an asset
- Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite
- A strong affinity toward client service
- Strong knowledge using various web-based search databases; professional working sites
- Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems and Customer Relationship Management Systems
- Ability to take on tasks outside his/her defined role
- A track record in creative problem solving; solutions oriented
- Strong relationship building and management skills
- Strong analytical and judgement skills
- Ability to work well in a collaborative culture of high performance
- Ability to be a self-starter; knows how to hit the ground running
- An outgoing personality
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Strategic Sourcing Commodity Director Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop and implement commodity sourcing plans/strategies across marketing commodities including but not limited to: media planning and buying, marketing print, creative, social media, advertising, digital media, promotional items, publicity and events, market research, etc
- Assess and report cost savings, cost avoidance, time efficiencies, improved product quality, etc
- Coordinate sourcing strategies, opportunities and requirements with other Sony entities (Electronics, Music, Playstation) as required
- Communicate with a wide variety of clients at many different levels, in different business units including motion picture, television, and home entertainment
- Proactively meet with new marketing stakeholders and develop stakeholder relationships. Maintain strong relationships with existing marketing stakeholders
- Manage cross-functional teams, and serve as liaison for different units to consolidate projects or ideas
- Display an understanding of marketing clients including their specific needs and preferences
- Develop and manage external supplier relationships and agreements
- Manage and govern ongoing outsourcing contracts including involvement in client status meetings and contract performance measurement
- Monitor performance of suppliers and serve as a resource to resolve issues
- Maintain active knowledge of market rates and spend for the marketing commodities and benchmark best practice capabilities against other firms
- Continuously identify opportunities for savings, process improvement, supplier and internal client relationship management
- Assess opportunities for savings via spend analysis, commodity planning, etc
- Monitor and understand the marketing markets and identify opportunities resulting from new product offerings and/or market shifts (e.g., exit or entry of suppliers, changes in pricing, etc.)
- Research, create new processes, pitch new ideas to improve efficiency of processes procurement is involved in
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Global Strategic Sourcing IT Software & Professional Services Resume Examples & Samples
- Establish close working relationships with client business units
- Work as team member in vendor evaluation and selection; lead selection process and negotiations; recommend winning bidder based on best value for the company
- Make presentations to business unit management and senior company management on sourcing initiatives
- Identify potential sourcing opportunities based on spend analysis and contractual status
- Development and execution of sourcing strategies, with an equal emphasis placed on the ability to identify, analyze, and quantify opportunities as well as the ability to manage RFI and RFPs and handle vendor negotiations
- Lead specified business units through sourcing process and ensures sourcing decisions are consistent with overall company strategy, policy and needs
- Lead negotiations with vendors, in collaboration with key stakeholders. Offer guidance and negotiation tactics to team
- Establish and implement short and long-range organizational goals and objectives related to sourcing efforts. Set clear goals for company cost savings, value creation and vendor performance, and process improvement in context of operating plans and budgets
- Work with Information Technology groups (MTS) to understand full vendor landscape and to identify savings opportunities across vendor engagements
- Develop picture of vendor spend within the short and medium-term (12-24 months) to optimize discounts levels during vendor negotiations
- Establish/formalize vendor management practices with business units for key vendors
- Create executive-level presentations relating to opportunity assessments, project overviews/status, and overall sourcing plan
- Mentor and support professional development of MTS Procurement Manager in Cool Springs
- Ensure all tactical buying activities for the MTS group are being executed on an efficient and timely basis
- Knowledge in the Information Technology vendor landscape (outsourcing/offshore service offerings, pricing, and delivery structures, hardware, software); familiarity with key vendors serving the entertainment industry
- Part of a large RFP design and selection team
- Solid financial and/or quantitative modeling
- Background and knowledge and strong interest in Information Technology (systems, outsourcing models) and Digital Media Technology landscape
- Strong analytical skills; MS Excel proficient; financial modeling preferred
- Strong written and communication skills; MS PowerPoint, MS Word proficient
- Knowledge of sourcing and procurement processes
- Awareness of best practices regarding vendor management (e.g., strategic alliances, supplier certification, etc.)
- Successful Project Management track record
- People Management Skills
- Attention to detail, sense of urgency, work ethic
- Ability to multi-task and manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently as well as lead and participate in cross functional teams throughout a full project lifecycle
- Intellectual curiosity and professional commitment to excellence
- Excellent documentation and requirements analysis
- Ability to communicate effectively and clearly
- Ability to work on a multitude of concurrent projects
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Analyst Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Contributes significantly to the achievement of defined category performance targets and assists in driving the performance of associated vendors
- Leverages industry associations, peers and stakeholders to identify best practices for project area
- Supports the development, evaluation, and presentation of business case and cost/benefit analysis to stakeholders
- Understands supply and demand and keeps routinely informed of market conditions
- Performs analysis for category spend, both broadly and cross-sectioned to identify areas of opportunities to reduce cost, increase quality and/or improve services
- Participates in negotiation strategy development and the competitive negotiation process
- Participates in or leads competitive RFXs as necessary
- Minimum 2 years of professional experience in management consulting, strategic sourcing, or supply chain
- Risk and financial modeling experience
- Proficient in MS Office Suite, advanced skill level in Excel preferred
- Ability to interpret and utilize key financial data; can tell a story with data
- Ability to learn and become subject matter expert quickly
- Experience planning and leading negotiations a plus
- Excellent verbal, presentation, and written skills
- Ability to interact with senior leaders and demonstrate a professional presence
- Demonstrated ability to effectively handle issues and challenging situations
- Experience in a dynamic organization with experience and exposure to sourcing strategies
- Ability to travel as required to facilitate collaborative opportunities
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Manager of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Leading the formulation and execution of strategic initiatives and the processes, tools and systems needed to support them
- Developing presentations and presenting finding to all levels of management
- Developing knowledge of tools and systems that impact supply chain
- Managing work, growth and development of analyst resources
- Proficient at project management and senior management communication
- Willing to roll up sleeves and get work done - a productive contributor to detailed content
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and projects, prioritize competing needs, and adapt to a changing environment
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Global Sourcing Solutions Desk Strategic Sourcing Expert Resume Examples & Samples
- Partnering with senior business leads to understand requirements, constraints and objectives to then support design and implementation of optimal sourcing strategies
- Leading the execution of the sourcing mandates and ensuring alignment with the IT CoE strategy for the region, as well as execution of the necessary activities to align the region as required. This includes
- Evaluating client needs against regional capabilities and setting up domain or process competency centres as required
- Assessing the engagement to determine if captive or outsourced operating models are required and deploying the right operating model as necessary
- Identifying the right location for the sourcing solution, either business centre or CoE and the appropriate vendors, followed by leading the implementation for this
- Implementation aligned to overall IT CoE strategy
- Sourcing and vendor strategies
- Converging divisional IT CoE footprint along process/domain based competencies to improve efficiencies
- Collaborating, establishing and building relationships with other key enablers/partners across the region e.g. Supply Management, Legal, IT, Finance and control to ensure all upstream and downstream processes are executed in support of required deployments
- Management of regional deployment related Issues and Risks
- High customer satisfaction / engagement
- MPP compliance for all regional deployments
- Consistent implementation of GSSD tools and frameworks
- Regular reports, feedback and recommendations to GSSD group
- Solid Consulting and/ or outsourcing experience
- Experience in leading and delivering Organisational transformation initiatives
- Solid knowledge of IT and BPO/KPO
- Good Knowledge of Investment Banking
- Influencing skills
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Strategic Sourcing Leader Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders within Region business units and service lines and report procurement progress via regular meetings
- Build a pipeline of Procurement projects for the region in collaboration with local stakeholders and execute local and regional deals in the timelines agreed with key stakeholders
- Achieve cost reduction targets, help to develop new cost reduction strategies and improve negotiable spend via sourcing and demand management
- Ensure the adequate planning of the team’s resources around the deal pipeline and renewals of key contracts
- Lead complex RFPs and negotiations and support the team in the analysis of the information and the negotiation of the contract in conjunction with the stakeholders and legal teams
- Minimize contractual risks to the firm and manage business relationships with vendors according to EY’s Procurement and Independence policies
- Work with other Products & Services leaders to agree regional or global strategies which supports the overall P&S objectives
- Support implementation of Mercury P2P Program and Interim Procurement tools
- Provide accurate monthly reports on the team’s deals and savings forms
- Drive and create the standardization of global processes and operations, and ensure compliance to the Procurement policy by education of local EY staff and presentations to stakeholders
- Manage all people related activities (performance, compensation, learning) for respective staff including coaching of more junior members
- This individual is a key member of the Regional Product and Services leadership team responsible for helping to shape and drive Procurement strategies and processes in the local markets
- They will address complex matters resulting from sourcing and demand strategies, integration efforts and related operational matters in support of the Global Procurement vision
- Strong Procurement expertise in order to drive sourcing and demand management strategies across a broad array of categories
- Able to align efforts with the key stakeholders and influence these leaders, as necessary, and possess a global mindset
- Has experience of various Source to Pay (“S2P”) processes in order to support the design and implementation of the global S2P system
- Directs the local procurement team across multiple geographies
- Oversees the quality of the Procurement activities, achievement of business targets, communication and reporting to key stakeholders and the overall performance management cycle
- Responsible for leading and developing individual and teams by using people management processes and tools. These involve staffing, training, supervising, coaching, and performance management
- Significant years of Procurement experience, including but not limited to sourcing and demand management and covering the areas Marketing and Consulting spend
- Experience of working in a global and complex organization and liaising with different cultures
- Strong Business English
- Experience managing people
- Frequent travel (including international travel) is expected for strategic planning, people management, project coordination and implementation
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Specialist / Strategic Sourcing Entry Level Resume Examples & Samples
- Collect and analyze spend data to identify savings opportunities and monitor companywide policy compliance
- Manage activities across major spend categories such as IT, energy management and utilities, office supplies, professional services etc
- Support the RFP (Request for Proposal) process by determining organizational needs, researching industry trends, facilitating the vendor engagement process, evaluating cost proposals, and participating in the negotiations process
- Develop, negotiate and administer company-wide agreements with vendor partners
- Own and manage vendor relationships; identify and resolve performance issues
- Pursue creative ideas to decrease business costs and communicate findings to executive leadership and group stakeholders
- Monitor industry trends and advise management, relevant operating units and divisions of pertinent information
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Category Mgr IT Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Provides Sourcing methodology expertise when leading Business Line or Bancorp cross-functional teams to develop short to long-term strategies and execute multiple events concurrently for external supplier/service provider engagements with high-risk profiles and complexity
- Continually maintains current knowledge of market and industry trends and best practices, analyzes information and data, and develops potential Bancorp strategies which will create opportunities for cost reduction, cost avoidance, revenue enhancement, capacity creation, competitive and/or strategic advantage and process improvement
- Develops and fosters effective working relationships and champions change initiatives with managerial (senior and executive-level) Business Line and Bancorp representatives, key influencers, key decision makers, and subject matter experts
- Networks externally with industry and international experts to facilitate effective strategic intelligence, including emerging/potential sources of competitive advantage, global economic and political conditions, etc
- Recognized as a Senior Strategic Outsourcing expert within the organization
- Independently executes responsibilities and assignments
- Changes the overall plan, goal or initiative to fit the situation. Embraces change and encourages others to explore alternatives
- Knowledge of the external environment in which the Company's business is conducted. Includes ability to offer a broad perspective that extends beyond a particular functional discipline
- Organizes project team, manages the execution, builds strong partnerships, executes a high-touch communication plan and continually maintains metrics/measurements to gauge success
- Works to create a 'cost conscious' culture across Bancorp
- Proficient at leading, coaching and motivating others
- Proficient at developing diverse high-performance talent
- Builds strong successors and talent pools
- Minimum: BA/BS, 3+ years in Technology environment, 2+ years people-management experience
- Preferred: MBA or equivalent preferred with 5+ years experience
- Expert knowledge of Sourcing methodologies, best practices, strategies, negotiations and business processes
- Champions new initiatives and removes barriers; encourages out-of-the-box thinking; acts as a catalyst for change and stimulates others to change. Actively drives continuous improvement in all aspects of the company
- Leads courageously. Puts self on the line to deal with important problems-stands firm when necessary
- Fosters open communication
- Excels at envisioning the future and shaping strategy
- Change leadership skills
- High ethical standards
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Co Op Business Analyst Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Conduct internal spend analysis by developing models and databases to facilitate the collection and analysis of data on sourcing categories
- Participate in internal needs and product usage analyses
- Conduct market, industry and product research using internal and external resources
- Assist with assessment of opportunities to reduce internal demand for goods and services
- Evaluate the financial impact of possible process redesign
- Assist in the creation of Requests for Information (RFIs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), including evaluation criteria and pricing models
- Support the development of all sourcing documentation, presentations (internal/external), supplier contracts and implementation plans
- Participate in strategy formulation and provide recommendations for various sourcing initiatives
- Participate in cross-functional sourcing team meetings
- Ability to conduct research and coordinate information from a variety of sources
- Advanced knowledge of all MS Office applications with excellent spreadsheet modeling and database skills
- Outstanding analytical, problem solving and presentation skills
- Strong team player, excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Self-motivated and confident in order to make recommendations regarding the Bank's sourcing strategy and supplier selection
- Ability to find innovative solutions to existing problems
- Ability to work independently and display initiative
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Manufacturing & Distribution Consultant Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- 35% of time will be spent completing high level and category specific accounts payables spend analyitics for clients. (1) Collect and consolidate data. (2) Clean, structure, and enhance spend data. (3) Complete spend analysis and produce a report
- 35% of time will be spent managing sourcing services delivery, as a lead procurement consultant
- 10% of time will be spent in the development of marketing/ business development colateral. Also, will support continued improvement in the sourcing practice
- 10% of time will be spent supporting other AS services, such as: PI, M&AI, or IT Advisory
- 10% of time will be spent on internal Crowe matters/miscellany
- Travel 50-60% of the time (typically Tuesday - Thursday); mostly in the domestic US
- BS in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Operations or equivalent
- A minor in Finance or any Supply Chain Management Certifications (e.g., CSCM) is a bonus, but not required
- 4 - 7 yrs. of experience working in manufacturing organizations in procurement, materials management, and operational type roles
- Experience working in both Fortune 1000 and mid-market companies
- Experience in a mid-market company in material / procurement roles that support operations
- Project management related experience
- Solid written and verbal communications skills
- Self-reflective and is willing to learn/be taught
- Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; NY, NY; or Grand Rapids, MI are preferred, but open
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Executive Director Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop and lead a “Center of Excellence” for the following Procurement and Strategic Sourcing functions: RFx Support, Vendor Management Initiatives and Contract Management Capabilities
- Base lining cost, calculating savings and then integrating Cost Savings into the Budget and LRP
- Pipeline (Demand) Management, Project Management and Savings Forecasting
- Lead Advanced Analytics support for the sourcing of $3 Billion in annual spend that delivers $100M+ per year in companywide savings
- Purchase Order processing
- Manage the outsourcing relationship with Cox’s chosen Third Party Labor Managed Service Provider
- Lead the development of the annual Strategic Sourcing Playbook
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Lead Specialist Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Key commodities supported by Strategic Sourcing are Consulting, Marketing, Telecoms, Facilities, Human Resources, Finance and Hardware / Software
- Support Strategic Sourcing activities for Greater China & APJ region while partnering with other regions for global Strategic Sourcing initiatives
- Partner with various category teams to gain clear understanding on key initiatives and strategies related to their respective commodities
- Contract negotiation – effectively negotiate both business and Legal terms whilst partnering with Strategic Sourcing Specialists
- Proactively monitor and evaluate savings opportunities, provide analysis and communicate appropriately to the strategic sourcing team(s)
- Coordinate and partner with suppliers and internal customers to deliver best practice operations and communications
- Ensure compliance with VMware Sourcing Policies
- Facilitating and driving e Sourcing events
- Identify & implement Catalog opportunities/ rate cards for repeat buy items
- Partner with Procure to Pay (P2P) team and Finance to help facilitate the procurement process
- Deliver results with high degree of Ethics, Integrity & passion
- Foster communication and teamwork within and across organizational boundaries
- Attained a third level qualification in a business or legal field
- Minimum Graduate / Engineering Qualification is a must
- A purchasing qualification, such as IIPMM certification (insert China equivalent) or diploma, an advantage
- Three to seven plus year’s experience in Strategic Sourcing or equivalent role(s)
- Knowledge of Local China Commercial terms & conditions/ laws
- Experience in an indirect purchasing environment a distinct advantage, as is experience in centrally/regionally supporting the indirect sourcing needs for the enterprise
- Strong computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office
- Strong experience of working on pricing exercises, tenders and negotiations
- Should be proactive, methodical in sourcing approach, and attentive to detail
- Ability to present/articulate analytical results and facilitate decision making
- Must be a self starter who is willing to work on their own initiative, work independently and must be goals focused
- Experience of working in a “matrixed” environment
- Knowledge of Ariba or an equivalent Sourcing tool an advantage
- Fluent English Communication skills is a must
- Perform duties independently & deliver results with minimal supervision
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Strategic Sourcing & Expense Management Summer Intern Resume Examples & Samples
- Analyze complex RFP responses across non-technology commodities (e.g. hotel, executive car service, airline, legal, contingent labor, recruitment, insurance) and technology commodities (e.g. hardware, software, market data)
- Review spend activities and saves projections and help track against negotiated arrangements
- Pursuing Accounting, Finance, or Supply Chain Management Degree at an accredited University; Junior undergraduate students preferred
- 2 GPA or higher through tenure
- Must be technologically savvy; advanced in Microsoft Excel and proficient in Microsoft Word
- Proactive and solutions-oriented; innovative
- Learning agile, able to adapt quickly and appropriately in accordance with the constant evolution of the company and industry
- Responsive to client needs
- Strong attention to detail; accurate
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Strategic Sourcing Associate Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- 4 Year Degree or equivalent experience
- Must have excellent negotiating and influencing skills to be utilized during internal and external negotiations
- Must have strong Relationship Management skills, negotiation skills, Project Management experience, strong presentation and analytical skills
- Must have general knowledge of Strategic Sourcing lifecycle
- Specialized knowledge of the business and industry required to assess potential vendors
- Must have general knowledge of the TD Bank organizational structure, including the main business groups and their functions, key contact points
- Proficiency with applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint and/or other office tools
- May be required to travel to various business unit/client locations
- Managers, other than those who serve as Executive/Senior Level Officials and Managers, including those who oversee and direct the delivery of products, services or functions at group, regional or divisional levels of organizations
- Receive directions from the Executive/Senior Level management and typically lead major business units
- Implement policies, programs and directives of executive/senior management through subordinate managers and within the
- Understand and support the Bank’s Customer Service Strategy
- Consider the impact of advice and decisions on the well‐being of the Bank, as well as its customers, its employees and stakeholders
- Provide the highest level of Customer service when dealing with internal partners, vendors or our Customers ‐ WOW at every opportunity
- Lead, coach and model quality service delivery at every interaction
- Support the ongoing improvement of the partner/Customer experience
- Set appropriate context for the business unit/function to enable optimal performance and alignment to strategy
- Support the creation of goals and objectives for the business unit/function. Communicate those goals and objectives to the team
- Build capability – support / execute plans to acquire, develop and retain the diverse teams with the skills and experience necessary to realize on current and future business strategies
- Role model behaviors consistent with TD's leadership profile, customer and employee experience agendas and risk and control culture
- Create an extraordinary place to work — advance and sustain a unique, inclusive culture that reflects TD’s diversity agenda, and creates an extraordinary employee experience
- Lead, coach and develop a highly effective team by ensuring on‐going training and performance and development management
- Represent TD at civic, professional and bank‐sponsored events; serves on non‐profit boards and participates on professional organizations
- Represent the franchise both internally and externally; develop and maintain relationships with major clients, regulators, and the investment community and, with other TD leaders, support a high, positive public profile for the TD franchise
- Support the development and implementation of operational strategies and objectives to achieve measureable excellence in the quality delivery of sales, service, and products aligned with “Best Run” concepts and overall enterprise strategy and objectives
- Develop and maintain an operating budget, ensuring adherence to budget. May delegate budgetary assignments to direct reports, but maintains overall budgetary responsibility and oversight
- Communicate business strategies, programs and practices – establish and operate change strategy throughout the organization
- Deliver business services, functions and capabilities that optimize the use of process, technology and our people, and take advantage of TD’s scale and operating model
- Ensure TD is a best run, integrated, customer‐focused, growth organization
- Understand business unit/function’s own risk appetite statement, objectives for risk and control, and measures, where applicable, making sure these are aligned with TD’s Risk Appetite. Ensure that the business / function operates within TD’s Risk Appetite by tracking key metrics against its policies, procedures and limits
- Successfully complete all required job specific, compliance‐related training and ensure team members complete all required training. Understand, utilize and follow compliance/risk and control programs. Consult with all risk functions in the development and documentation of policies, procedures and controls, for all department processes
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Director Global Strategic Sourcing Marketing & Advertising Resume Examples & Samples
- Work with internal customer groups to establish specifications across media, production, agency fees, digital and social, and market research
- Develop category sourcing strategy and lead a cross-functional team to execute the strategy and process change
- Perform market analysis, benchmark analysis and spend analysis for focused categories
- Manage internal customers and stakeholders up to and including the C level
- Lead or facilitate the supplier selection and negotiation process with Agency CFOs
- Ensure realized savings ties back to departmental budget
- Monitor supplier performance and manage supplier relationship for key suppliers across multiple business divisions
- Put in place contracts for strategic purchases and large spot buys when no existing contract exists
- Leads & facilitates negotiations, in conjunction with the business owners to establish contract terms and conditions
- Interacts with Legal and other company departments and agencies to analyze risks associated with agreements and develop language to minimize exposure whenever needed
- Helps establish contract development policies and procedures
- 12+ years of experience as a sourcing and/or procurement professional, preferably with a major financial institution or payment card company
- 10+ years of experience managing spend categories, including developing and managing category plans and developing sourcing strategies
- Excellent written, oral and presentation skills and an ability to synthesize information and make clear, concise recommendations on course of action
- Knowledgeable about contract terms and conditions
- Significant contract and agreement negotiation experience, including development of negotiating plans and strategies
- Experience managing internal customers and users of the category’s goods or services and experience tracking and directing demand to preferred suppliers
- Ability and willingness to travel frequently (approximately 10% business travel expected)
- Strong relationship management skills and ability to influence at a senior management level both internally and externally
- High level of self-motivation and initiative, and ability to operate effectively as a team player
- Understanding of the tactical aspects of procurement transaction processing and ability to negotiate terms and conditions that will simplify transaction processing complexities
- Undergraduate degree required, graduate degree in business, economics or public policy preferred
- Professional accreditation in sourcing, procurement or inventory management a plus
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Global Strategic Sourcing Director Various Indirect Categories Resume Examples & Samples
- 5+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Project Management, Financial Analysis / Reporting, and Contract Management required
- At least 5+ years of deep category experience within the framework of
- A clear strategic thinker?
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Strategic Sourcing Procurement Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- To develop and maintain knowledge of business areas and procurement categories in which they operate, including market dynamics and product life cycles
- To develop, align and implement sourcing strategies appropriate to their product and services deliver maximum commercial advantage to to include selection and application of appropriate procurement tools for a particular product and or service
- To own the end to end strategic sourcing process
- To lead negotiation of all elements of appropriate commercial and contractual arrangements with suppliers and for all products and services in their control, including loading information onto appropriate systems
- To own all elements of supplier governance and policy for their procurement categories and spend areas
- To lead extensive external negotiation around pricing, risk, contractual and issue management
- To streamline supply chain processes on behalf of business partners, pro-actively seeking out and owning process efficiencies within end to end supply chains to increase their efficiency and effectiveness
- To understand, assess and mitigate all elements of third party supplier risk
- May have wider financial and / or systems responsibilities
- Relevant skills and extensive experience of strategic sourcing methodology, policy and principles. The ability to apply these as required in a wide variety of spend areas
- Extensive experience and understanding of ownership of supplier policy, governance and risk management with regard to procurement
- Proven external negotiation skills and experience with regards to commercials solutions, issue management, contractual supply terms
- Proven experience of owning the drafting from company guidelines, negotiation, execution of all elements of third party supply contracts
- Proven experience of third party supplier risk management
- Evidence of the ability to apply market and industry knowledge to develop and implement appropriate and value added commercial solutions for the company
- Demonstrated robust analytic skills - ability to sort through complex information and data and propose appropriate, workable solutions
- Demonstrated sound leadership skills and excellent relationship management skills
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communications skills including stakeholder relationship management
- Professionally qualified (CIPS or equivalent) or Licensed Buyer
- 3rd level qualification desirable however or demonstrated practical experience coupled with relevant professional qualification is essential
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Strategic Sourcing Assistant Director Resume Examples & Samples
- Approximately 7 years experience in procurement or commodity related field (i.e. Information Technology, marketing)
- CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) certification is strongly recommended
- Strong teaming, negotiation, leadership, and analytical skills to better provide procurement support to large internal customers
- Understand strategic trends in the major commodity group(s) they support (i.e. a leader that supports IT infrastructure needs have an understanding of the IT business and the direction of the industry)
- Strong background in procurement and the supporting tools, metrics and best practices
- Understand the structure and business of the organization to effectively manage Ernst & Young’s knowledge, processes and capital resources
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Strategic Sourcing & Contracting Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor’s degree required in Business, Finance, Legal, Process Engineering, Supply Chain Management; Master’s degree preferred
- CPM, CPSM or equivalent preferred
- 7+ years thorough knowledge of strategic sourcing and category management techniques and methodologies holistically (balancing cost, risk and performance), specifically in professional services, outsourced/managed services, IT hardware and software, HR, and marketing
- Significant experience in drafting, understanding/interpreting, and negotiating all contract terms and conditions as they relate to supplier contracts
- Knowledge of price negotiation and conflict resolution. Able to conduct negotiation with selected suppliers
- Understand concepts, standards and techniques relating to technical/legal business writing and able to work with contracts and QA contracts
- Experience in driving business operational reviews to improve efficiency and drive cost reduction; lead development and execution of the re-engineering of business operations
- Strong project management skills: ability to manage large complex projects involving multiple business/ organization unit disciplines; utilizes project plans and methodology, has proven track record of implementation of projects
- Ability to develop influencing relationship with varying levels of management and individual contributors from various business units
- Experienced in negotiating contracts valued in excess of $3M for assigned categories of spend. Clear understanding of contractual terms and conditions
- Experienced in the development and implementation of supplier management practices and/or processes on an enterprise basis, including SLAs, KPIs, and governance models
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with all levels of management
- Deep subject matter expertise for assigned Spend Categories
- Proficient negotiation and financial modeling skills
- Ability to root cause problem/issues and provide solutions/options support with fact based/data driven analysis
- Able to balance and prioritize multiple high priority projects
- Able to influence and lead others within the department, business units, and various support units
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Manager, Global Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop, publish, and maintain annual category strategies
- Act as an owner of commercial relationships with strategic supply partners
- Select, develop, and manage supply partners to meet category cost and performance goals
- Act as the Strategic Sourcing thought leader to internal customers
- 7-10 years’ experience in Strategic Sourcing with specific category spend management expertise in network optimization across the transportation industry: truckload, LTL, parcel, air, ocean, and intermodal
- Bachelor's degree in purchasing, engineering, finance or business administration; MBA preferred, CPSM preferred
- Proven track record leading business process re-engineering activities to reduce end to end non-value activities and Total Cost Ownership
- Experience implementing and leading an organization via best in class change management protocol; work experience in international matrix organizations across functions and cultures is preferred
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Procurement Strategic Sourcing Professional Resume Examples & Samples
- Application of commodity policy specified by council strategy
- Gathering and comparison of quotes from selected suppliers, complete RFPs/RFQs
- Negotiations with suppliers and supplier selection
- Complete supplier evaluations or fair value determination
- Ensure that cost savings achieved is accurately recorded
- Use of systems and tools specific to commodities as well as ensuring that information held on these is consistent with core purchasing systems (CAAPS / SAP etc)
- Represent transactional / local sourcing issues on commodity council conf. calls as applicable
- Communicate the Procurement strategy to the clients and all supporting teams (Procurement advisors, client procurement etc.)
- Contract management, T&Cs negotiation
- IT Products&services: server/storage, point of sale, RFID, wintel&peripherals, audio visual hws, managed print svcs, printers/copiers, life cycle management services
- Connectivity products, services: cabling and installation, netw. equipment (routers, switches), voice&telephony equipment, UPS and related maintenance, installation
- Strong autonomy
- Responsiveness & adaptability
- Ability to manage own time and prioritize workload effectively
- Minimum 2 years experience in Supply Chain/Procurement
- Fluent English is required. And any other additional language is a plus
- Arabic is preferred language
- At least 2 years experience in Supply Chain
- Arabic: Fluent
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Procurement Strategic Sourcing Professional Resume Examples & Samples
- Procuring goods and services for Facilities Services and Solutions, Business Services, Marketing, Print & Travel
- Supporting significant Strategic Outsourcing Customer accounts
- Managing a significant contract spend portfolio
- Presenting to Senior Executives for suppliers, clients and Procurement
- Analyzing changing client/market conditions
- Evaluate and manage vendor performance and drive continuous improvement and corrective actions programs
- Demonstrated communication skills (written and verbal) in English
- Role requires physical presence in Toronto, Canada
- Demonstrated relationship management skills
- Contract management experience
- Financial, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Bilingual English and French (verbal and written)
- French: Fluent
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Senior Analyst, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop long-term category strategies that will improve quality of service, increase efficiencies, and reduce costs
- Partner with internal customer and Vendor Management Offices to improve the, service, efficiencies, product, etc. being delivered by present suppliers. Manage annual renewal process for the Employee Benefits department coordinating all aspects of project, ensuring all strategic and compliance requirements are met
- Negotiate commercial and legal terms and conditions of contracts; monitor and manage existing contracts to ensure vendor performance and internal client compliance, provide status reports to management as required
- Conduct, manage and/or lead competitive bid projects (RFI, RFP, Auction, etc) and complex transaction negotiations, utilizing on-line procurement tool
- Prepare post summary documentation, which clearly communicates technical/business/legal aspects of transactions
- Understand terms, conditions and contract negotiation and pricing strategies that are specific to Nordstrom and internal customer
- Research issues concerning existing contracts as it relates to the contract terms and conditions. Present and report on findings to manager and internal clients, initiate final recommended changes to the contracts
- Process and policy development in conjunction with Sourcing Manager and other Procurement area managers
- Provide mentorship and leadership to staff as needed, including updates on industry opportunities or changes relevant to Nordstrom services
- Footprint expansion / Service Delivery to new groups or departments not utilizing Strategic Sourcing services
- Interface with, and support, the business needs of the internal customers while protecting corporate interests to maximize value and minimize risks
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Specialist / Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Administer and support the newsprint system (Abinet) as well as a database for newspapers, warehouses, freight forwarders, and suppliers
- Review and implement newsprint and coated paper orders according to allocations and price negotiations. This will include knowledge of inventories, consumption and supplier contracts with consistent communication with the sites and suppliers
- Implement inventory logistics and order patterns in accordance with management’s strategy
- Respond to newspaper and supplier issues and solving problems
- Prepare newsprint reports
- Maintain newsprint and coated paper contracts/files
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Director Global Strategic Sourcing Product Category Management Resume Examples & Samples
- Aligns to strategic vision of Product stakeholders for business opportunities utilizing mobile technologies, rewards and loyalty programs, emergency assistance programs, and more
- Manage internal customers and stakeholders within the Visa Product group to ensure that commercial and technical specification match their expectations and align to Product roll-out goals
- Develop category sourcing strategy and lead a cross-functional team to execute the strategy
- Lead or facilitate the supplier selection and negotiation process
- Establish savings tracking methodology, perform savings tracking and report realized savings on a continuous base
- Identify, select, and manage suppliers who have the capacity and capability to meet the needs of the business
- Setup eSourcing and eAuction events
- Reviews and approves contracts in accordance to company terms and conditions
- Applies knowledge of contract law in contract activities
- Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing strategic initiatives and programs, including but not limited to the execution of major, global sourcing events (e.g. global RFP)
- Experience managing internal customers and users of the category's goods or services and experience tracking and directing demand to preferred suppliers
- Ability to travel, as needed (initial business travel will be limited)
- Proven track record of managing and driving teams to achieve and exceed established goals and objectives
- Demonstrated thought leadership and the aptitude to think creatively and to identify new ways to approach old problems
- Ability to identify and pursue multiple initiatives simultaneously and deliver superior results
- Undergraduate degree required, graduate degree in business, economics or public policy or a Law Degree preferred
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Technology Strategic Sourcing Associate Director Resume Examples & Samples
- Support functions include Operations, Communications, and People, Legal and Finance – services that support and help to deliver our successful transformations
- Building a pipeline of deals and inputting into the appropriate resourcing plans
- Managing the relationship with key suppliers
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Strategic Sourcing Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Procuring goods and services for Third party Software Licenses and Maintenance
- Negotiating complex contracts consistent with client requirements
- Communicating and negotiating with internal clients and suppliers
- Driving cost out of the business
- Drive collaboration, process standardization, and knowledge management across the sourcing lifecycle
- Educating and advising clients and suppliers on strategies
- Demonstrated communication skills (written and verbal) in English/French
- Strong negotiator
- Strong financial/analytical/problem-solving skills
- Very organized
- Procurement experience (preferred, but not mandatory)
- Understanding of Procurement procedures and strategies
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Head of R&D Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- 40% Sourcing Strategy
- Set strategic direction for the cross-functional sourcing program
- Work with R&D Leadership Team and business stakeholders to maintain and continuously evolve the strategic sourcing program across the globe for R&D
- Identify and implement additional opportunities to bundle services and maximize value of sourced spend
- Monitor external environment; identify trends / new operating models and evaluate suitability for consideration at Shire
- Engage in budget tracking, forecasting and trend analysis activities to identify value added sourcing opportunities
- 20% Sourcing Team and Organizational Leadership
- Matrix leadership of a cross-functional sourcing team comprised of members from each of the key functions
- Identify sourcing best practices and collaborate with the cross-functional team to ensure practices are applied across R&D
- Build a collaborative and consultative approach to delivering the sourcing program globally across functional areas
- Collaborate with procurement to drive alignment and ensure integration of related activities
- Direct line management of a small team dedicated to strategic sourcing (2-3 individuals)
- 25% Vendor Relationship and Performance Management / Functional Relationship Management
- Develop and maintain common standards and processes for managing vendor performance and relationships under different models
- Liaise with key cross-functional suppliers to ensure overall success of the partnerships
- Coordinate and conduct ongoing review meetings with key external partners regarding vendor performance, relationship management and best practices sharing
- Serve as key point of contact for mitigation of any issues/concerns from functional stakeholders and internal customers
- Act as a the senior point of escalation for cross-functional issue resolution
- Report and communicate various aspects of overall vendor performance to SVP R&D Ops and the R&D Leadership Team
- 15% Member of R&D Operations Leadership Team and Other departmental / R&D initiatives as required
- Serves as a member of the Shire R&D Operations Leadership Team to influence the overall operations, administration and future direction and strategy of Shire R&D Operations
- Leadership and management of additional R&D and Departmental initiatives and projects. For example, R&D space planning oversight and management of the R&D IT Portfolio
- Bachelors Degree required, preferably in a scientific field; MBA or other advanced degree preferred
- Minimum of 7-10 years R&D operations / sourcing / vendor management experience
- Education, experience and documented results in R&D operations and/or sourcing
- Experience in problem solving, negotiations, presentation and collaborative team-building within a matrix required
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Strategic Sourcing Assistant Director Resume Examples & Samples
- Lead end-to-end sourcing activities for high value, strategic deals over $1M
- Work closely with Risk Management (InfoSec, GCO) business partners to minimize contractual risks to the firm whilst demonstrating year on year improvement in value for money to deliver cost savings/avoidance targets
- Work with the Lead to build an effective pipeline of deals and prioritize project workload optimally
- Provide high level of Exceptional Client Service to IT and Business stakeholders
- Excellent negotiator with strong decision making capabilities in accordance with the Tech Procurement policy
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Strategic Sourcing Consultant Resume Examples & Samples
- 90% of time will be spend delivering work for clients (i.e., a strategic sourcing consultant): 3 service lines: (1) category strategic sourcing, (2) procurement transformation and/or (3) spend visibility
- 10% of time will be spent in the development of marketing/ business development collateral and will support continued improvement in the sourcing practice
- This individual will be cross trained on operational performance delivery
- Travel 80 - 90% of the time (typically Monday to Thursday); mostly in the domestic US
- 4 yrs of College Education: 3.5 GPA or better BS in Supply Chain Management from Top program or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent
- Minor in Finance or a Supply Chain Management Certifications (e.g., CSCM) is a bonus, but not required
- 3 – 5 yrs of Purchasing experience working as a ‘Buyer’ or ‘Category Manager’ at a Fortune 1000 company
- Specifically, we are looking for a candidate that has focused on sourcing packaging categories
- The ideal candidate would have experience working at a Fortune 1000 working in a mature Procurement organization
- It is important that this person can demonstrate that they are capable of performing the two primary job functions as part of the interview process: (1) They will be asked to prepare a sample spend analysis prior to any late stage interviews; (2) They will be asked many questions around prior project management related experiences wherein they led and were accountable
- Additional requirements include
- Proficient to expert level ability in Excel (MS Access and PPT are good also, but not as critical as Excel)
- Ability to learn quickly and work independently
- Demonstrates analytical thinking skills and is adaptive/flexible
- Visit Crowecareers.com and find out what it's like to work with people who love what they do!
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Analyst, Enterprise Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- University degree/college diploma,
- 2-5 years of related experience in a regulated industry/financial institution
- Knowledge of Sourcing/procurement practices, supplier engagement models and supplier contracts
- Interpersonal and communication skills, including influence, facilitation, collaboration, problem solving, and presentation skills
- Ability to operate in a faced past, uncertain and changing environment
- Strong teamwork skills
- Strong process management skills
- Consults and collaborates with appropriate experts to solve problems
- Critical thinking skills and business acumen
- Working knowledge of supplier/operational risk management, regulatory requirements, and contracting
- Understands financial, legal, Sourcing and risk drivers to support strategic decision criteria
- Results oriented, ability to address tasks within tight timelines
- High initiative and performer
- Analytic/Systemic and Conceptual thinker
- Some project management experience
- Knowledge of workflow management tools an asset (i.e. Ariba)
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Associate Studio Producer, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Responsible for the in/out flow of product for all magazines and keep detailed logs for each item shot
- Track and log all shoots for each photographer, stylist, and magazinesas well as manage and process invoices
- Arrange sets and organize product for all shoots and provide photographers and Stylists with art direction demands
- Post Production department duties with image uploads, processing, delivering, image organization
- 2+ years experience working in a photo studio
- Strong communications skills and ability
- Flexible schedule as necessary, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
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Manager of Strategic Sourcing & Cost Reductions Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop the sourcing strategy for assigned commodities. Develop and refine the sourcing strategy with guidance from the Programs, using input from the supply chain
- Reducing costs while simultaneously optimizing quality, customer focus, capacity, inventory, innovation and supplier relationships
- Negotiate Long Term Agreements with identified sources
- Lead and drive results of specific strategic sourcing strategies within assigned commodities
- Drive integration process with the supply chain team to achieve common goals
- Develop Cost Analysis and Business Case to present to senior leadership
- International Trade and Compliance (ITC) focal for the Kenosha site; which ensures Kenosha stays compliant to all International restrictions
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Buyer, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Create, execute and maintain purchase orders in Oracle iProcurement and manual process
- Create and maintain electronic catalogs for internal users to order product as required
- Developing scope of work and conduct product analysis for assigned product / services to ensure best total price, delivery and quality
- Order, provision and grant access to employee mobile phones (weekends included)
- Manage electronic supplier enablement process for the technology purchasing group
- Monitor and maintain financial approval process for purchase orders
- Maintain Supplier deal terms in our e-procurement system and supplier database
- Create competitive bidding for non-electronically generated orders
- Managing day-to-day development / support for assigned products / services
- Assist in managing various non-IT related products / services as requested
- Work with internal / external customers and suppliers to resolve order issues
- Order, track and assist in financial coding of ticket stock monthly orders for TM, LN and Clients
- Maintain month-end reporting for IT orders processed and validate, calculate and track spend / savings totals
- Assist internationally-based constituents in sourcing and purchasing hardware / software when necessary
- Consult with all segments of the organization and make recommendations for improving the effectiveness of policies and procedures
- Bachelors Degree is preferred
- Oracle iProcurement knowledge is a plus
- Minimum 4 to 6 years purchasing experience preferred
- Ability to foster and lead cost-efficient initiatives without sacrificing quality or core values
- Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills, both written and verbal
- Must be able to handle multiple priorities and effectively meet deadlines
- Process-oriented with ability to identify improvements and to implement changes to realize efficiencies
- Strong negotiation, organizational, communication and project management skills
- Familiarity with competitive bidding processes
- Proficiency in standard contract terminology, contract drafting, purchasing methodologies, financial analysis and contract valuations and negotiations
- Must be proficient with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook and Word
- Working knowledge of eProcurement and other state-of-the-art procurement methodologies, analysis and strategic sourcing is a plus
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Strategic Sourcing Associate Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Leading cost reduction projects in a multinational environment
- Driving commercial agreements with suppliers around vendor managed inventory
- Working in partnership with selected strategic partners
- Consolidating a supplier base
- Procurement of commodities
- Understanding of contemporary best practice procurement and of working in a regulated, quality focussed environment
- The ability to cope with ambiguity in a matrix structured multinational environment
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Fall Semester Intern Strategic Sourcing & Expense Management Resume Examples & Samples
- Liaise with vendors and Guggenheim business partners to collect and analyze spend data
- Drive financial analyses to benchmark supplier rates and services
- Conduct market and supplier research
- Assist in preparation for and conducting of contract negotiations with focus on financial terms and conditions
- Currently enrolled in a four year New York Tri-State area undergraduate program with at least two years completed
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products – especially Excel
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally
- Collaborative, energized by the open exchange of ideas
- Ability to start internship mid-September and go through mid-December 2015
- Ability to work at least 20 hours per week
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Strategic Sourcing Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Procuring Network Infrastructure and Converged Networking product and services (Cabling and Third party Networking Hardware/Maintenance)
- Management and streamlining of supplier strategies to drive efficiencies for internal client service offerings
- Presenting to Senior and Executive Management, clients and Procurement
- Proven negotiator
- Demonstrated financial/analytical/problem-solving skills
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Manager of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Engineering, Operations Management or related field
- 4-5 years of relevant experience in a logistics/supply chain role within a high volume manufacturing environment
- Expertise in Operations, Logistics, Planning, and Forecasting
- Financial management and budget development and control experience
- High level of understanding of Quality, Compliance and Regulatory procedures
- High level of understanding of Contract Law
- MBA or Master's Degree
- CPIM
- Certified member of CIPS
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Senior Manager, Global Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Management skills required
- Minimum of 7-10 years relevant experience
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with excellent attention to detail
- Strong Excel, PowerPoint/Keynote skills
- Experience in sourcing, procurement, or consulting is required
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Strategic Sourcing Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- BA/BS preferably with an analytical focus (Business, Economics, Accounting, Supply Chain, etc)
- Demonstrated skills in rigorous, fact-based analyses that drive creative problem solving, proposal preparation, and negotiation
- Experience in sourcing, procurement, consulting or account executive experience(i.e. RFP Proposals) is a plus
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Team Leader Strategic Sourcing HW Resume Examples & Samples
- Responsible for building and leading supplier management functional area which includes supplier performance tracking, governance program and contracts lifecycle management for selected suppliers/contracts, issue and escalation management
- Oversee the enforcement and monitoring of supplier contract compliance, including supplier code of conduct audits and adherence
- Manage employees on team, develop employee competence, provide leadership
- Identify and run improvement projects
- Balance the team’s mixture of Tactical and Strategic efforts appropriately
- Manage supplier development and recognition programs
- Develop and maintain collaborative working relationship with key stakeholder such as Category Management, R&D etc
- Work in line with Ericsson’s corporate values of Professionalism, Perseverance and Respect
- Develop group and individual goals in line with overall objectives, track progress
- Provide reports and presentations to multiple levels of management in organization
- Provide direction and guidance in line with overall goals and objectives
- Graduate level or professional degree preferred or other acceptable combination of education and experience
- LI-PF
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Team Leader Strategic Sourcing Logistic Resume Examples & Samples
- Reports to Head of Network Sourcing Romania
- Drive and ensure consistency of Supplier Management processes across clusters within Sourcing department
- Ensure new global SRM (Supplier Relationship Model) is implemented
- Support and influence the Global Sourcing Process Board
- Implement Predictive Reporting metrics to be used by the business
- Develop training materials and provide training when needed
- Generally stay up to date by engaging in continuing education in area of responsibility
- Work with teams to identify synergies and efficiencies, drive and implement changes where appropriate
- Mentor, guide and actively develop people in order to tap into and allow talent to add value in the most effective way
- Actively participate in, contribute to and support the team’s vision, mission, goals, directives and strategy
- Sourcing and supplier management experience preferred
- Experience in large corporate environment helpful
- Professional license or certification preferred
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Manager, Technology Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Client and Relationship Management
- Business Performance Management
- Experience with Technology Categories for Global Product Operations (must have)
- Experience managing project based initiatives
- Significant experience in business advisory consulting, client relationship management and/or supplier management
- Empowered and accountable to deliver results by consistently achieving project goals, sets clearly defined objectives, meets deadlines for tasks and ensures commitments to customers and business partners are met
- Ability to create an inspiring vision of the future, and motivates and inspires others to engage in that vision demonstrating strategic business visioning and planning, team leadership and developing others and managing for inclusion
- Advanced written and oral communication skills (including facilitation / presentation skills), with the capability to present and articulate complex concepts
- Strong coaching, mentoring and training skills
- Advanced multi-tasking skills covering a wide range of challenges, which are independent and distinct
- Advanced planning skills (re finance, resource, strategy, business)
- Advanced influencing skills
- In-depth Financial Services, Financial or Cost Management experience
- Expert knowledge of sourcing and procurement systems and applications
- Demonstrated ability to apply research and theory to real business issues
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Director of Strategic Sourcing Central Procurement & Profit Improvement Resume Examples & Samples
- 10+ years purchasing / strategic sourcing experience
- Private Equity operating company experience a “plus”
- Ability to lead and influence change in the face of complexity and ambiguity
- Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, organization, and project management skills
- Ability to perform in fast paced, dynamic organization with time sensitive deadlines
- Ability to interact effectively with all levels of management
- Knowledge of technology applications enabling procurement and strategic sourcing (e.g. eSourcing)
- Self-starter with ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent skills in Powerpoint, Word, Excel and Access required
- Experience with opportunity diagnostic, purchase to pay and procurement transformation, strategic sourcing, commodity management, supplier management, and contract management
- Demonstrated ability to translate a full range of negotiation tools & techniques to achieve results
- Ability to multitask and learn quickly
- Creativity, flexibility, energy and drive!
- Ability to manage tight deadlines independently and within a team environment
- Ability to influence across all levels of the organization to achieve stated objectives
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VP, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop supplier negotiation strategies that reflect and maximize Prudentials buying power, focus on service quality/performance and minimize risk exposure
- Manage in-category strategic supplier relationships and oversees the management of all supplier relationship within the category and provide support to BU/CCs managing individual engagements
- Interact with all levels of management, including senior management and suppliers to ensure strategic direction, operational and quality goals are achieved
- Lead and mentor members of the sourcing team to further develop sourcing and commodity excellence and stakeholder management skills broadly across the sourcing and procurement group
- Bachelor´s Degree in Business, Supply Chain or related discipline; Advanced degree preferred
- 7-10+ years in a procurement role, with significant corporate services category expertize and sourcing leadership
- Strong conceptual thinking skills with adeptness to lead others through ambiguous and/or complex issues
- Superior contract/vendor negotiation preparation and execution skills to achieve desired outcomes from supplier negotiations
- Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks concurrently and knowledge of business requirement and project management principles and methodology
- Superior oral and written communication and interpersonal skills for interaction with team members and stakeholders including senior management
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Global Technology Strategic Sourcing Associate Director Resume Examples & Samples
- Successfully manage and lead team of up to 9 FTEs, including off shore resources, to execute technology deals in the timelines agreed with key stakeholders and with high quality deliverables
- Act as Individual contributor and trusted business advisor - managing an IT sub-category and/or IT area working closely with senior stakeholders to deliver complex projects
- Lead key negotiations and reporting on the team’s savings achieved and building a savings forecast. Team target to deliver circa $10M+ of annual savings & cost avoidance
- Effectively build a pipeline of deals and develop the appropriate resourcing plans. Coaching, influencing and developing the team
- Supporting improvement in processes, policy, systems, management information and reporting. There are good precedents in use within the team and processes and policies have been developed to support our activities
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Senior Analyst, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Lead execution of Strategic Sourcing events in accordance with Ralph Lauren sourcing methodology including
- Professional certification (CPM, CPSM, PMP, etc.) preferred
- 5+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Project Management, Financial Analysis / Reporting, Contract Management, or Supply Chain
- Category-specific Strategic Sourcing experience preferred
- Experience in Retail, Fashion, Supply Chain, or related industry preferred
- Experience with ERP Systems (SAP) and Ariba preferred
- Access database skills preferred
- Proficiency in preparing and delivering presentations required
- Ability to travel domestically / abroad as needed
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Strategic Sourcing & Contract Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Drive, prepare & execute the Sales and RFx process
- Drive preparation, execution & finalization of negotiations with suppliers. Award business to suppliers. Evaluate & select suppliers
- Provide first line advice and guidance to RECA business with customers and subcontractors – both Pre-Sales and Project Management - by participating in negotiations and drafting of agreements and other contractual instruments such as offers, proposals, change orders, amendments and claims
- Assist KAM in the handing over of the signed agreements and other contractual instruments between the Sales, Sourcing and the Delivery teams so that the project has access to accurate and correct information regarding the contracts affecting its work
- When negotiating, drafting and commenting on contracts and other instruments, provide advice and guidance for minimization of risks through contractual mechanisms in order to ensure that the contracts are addressing the relevant business objectives, are back-to-back with the relevant customer agreements (and vice versa as applicable), are unambiguous and avoid unnecessary costs
- Drive E/// CoC and local compliance for Central Asia countries
- Support selection of local logistic partners
- Legal background is a preference
- Commercial knowledge
- Competitor & market knowledge
- Strong contractual awareness
- Good appreciation of operational and financial issues
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Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Support with preparation & execution of RFx process
- Support Sourcing Category managers and Sourcing Business Partners with daily duties
- Ensuring that correct documentation is in place to process 3PP purchase orders
- Ensuring that Sourcing forecasts are kept up to date
- Support with evaluation and selection of suppliers
- Support with Supplier negotiations
- Support with Contract Management process and documentation
- Develop understanding of Ericsson structure and complexities of matrix organization in multinational organization
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Strategic Sourcing Assistant Director Resume Examples & Samples
- Acting as a trusted advisor to internal business partners and leveraging sourcing experience to lead sourcing events that drive value in support of major initiatives
- Demonstrate proven experience and in-depth knowledge of assigned categories; and
- Leading end to end sourcing activities with respect to complex deals - leading all phases of the EY 6 step sourcing process with responsibilities including
- Develop annual and medium-term strategic plans with internal stakeholders for all sourcing projects. Identify specific sourcing projects/initiatives for the year including expected value return, resource requirements and associated timeline for completion
- Works with the stakeholders to confirm clear alignment between sourcing objectives and stakeholders short and long-term interests
- Optimizing the supplier base for specific categories while fostering supplier development
- Developing long term, sustainable, sourcing strategies which are aligned with Senior Leader’s goals and objectives for total spend to achieve multi-year value return, improved service levels and mitigate risk
- Serve as the Sourcing Business Partner for multiple stakeholders; developing strong, productive working relationships with stakeholders at a senior level. Developing a thorough understanding of stakeholder’s business strategies, key drivers and current issues
- The ability to influence without authority
- Manage and execute complex deals, driving supplier selection and the negotiation processes
- Continually monitor, analyze and assess the marketplace for potential impact on business unit spend and sourcing strategies with continual communication of impacts to management, finance and key stakeholders
- Validate that all contracts and associated suppliers are in line with procurement policies; foster a strong relationship between Sourcing and General Counsel
- Staying abreast of the latest contracting processes and technologies with implications for global sourcing
- Continually refining the strategic sourcing process to achieve maximum commercial benefit
- 7 to 10 years related experience including strategic sourcing experience in sourcing multiple, medium complexity categories
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Strategic Sourcing Spend Analyst Resume Examples & Samples
- Analyzing and mining business data to identify patterns and correlations among the various data points,
- Design and create spend reports and reporting tools to help the strategic sourcing function in their decision making
- Create tools / reports for users to be self-sufficient with their standard spend analytics and reporting needs
- Perform statistical analysis of business data
- Producing daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly KPI and operational reporting including Spend under Management and Preferred supplier metrics
- Working closely with Sourcing Category teams to generate insights, solve problems, and inform business and product decisions by transforming data into knowledge
- Function as an experienced user of our business intelligence platform (Ariba Spend analytics)
- Assist on internal projects including transition from Oracle to SAP platform
- Performing benchmark analysis on key areas of spend
- Educated to degree level or gained extensive experience in IT, Financial reporting or spend analytics
- Strong analytical/problem solving skills
- Strong facilitation skillset
- Excellent interpersonal & communication skills with strong customer focus and the capability to interact at different levels in the organization
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with a commitment to delivering on-time and quality results
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and compare complex data from multiple sources required
- Demonstrated Project Management skills encompassing cross-functional, multi-discipline initiatives
- Expert skills utilizing data access and manipulation tools ( Microsoft Access, Excel, Oracle, Ariba)
- Experience with Ariba Spend visibility an advantage
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Strategic Sourcing Senior Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Customer-Facing Functions include IT Services, Global Procurement, Global Shared Services, People Infrastructure, and Program Execution Services
- Successfully executing global and regional deals in the timelines agreed with key stakeholders
- Managing a sub-category including all major deals within that area
- Minimizing contractual risks to the firm whilst demonstrating year on year improvement in value for money
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Strategic Sourcing VP-banking Operations & Financial Services Resume Examples & Samples
- Lead the end to end sourcing and contracting effort for a range of initiatives across assigned categories
- Bachelor's or equivalent degree from an accredited College or University
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant consulting, business and/or procurement experience
- Proven experience leading large, cross-functional strategic initiatives
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, negotiation skills with strong influencing and persuasive talents
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CBS Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Provide overall support for spend analytic initiatives
- Perform spend analysis for divisional stakeholders
- Assist in analytical related activities including category adoption analysis and supplier contract compliance
- Assist with the creation of executive level spend reporting
- Oversee the data enrichment process of quarterly spend with the Spend Analytics Director
- Present end of internship project to Strategic Sourcing Department and business partners
- Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited college/university with a minimum 3.0 GPA
- Undergraduate Junior, Senior or MBA student majoring in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Business, International Business or an Entertainment program
- Must be able to work effectively with various groups and constituencies
- Must be extremely proficient with MS Excel, PowerPoint and Word
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Mgr Strategic Sourcing & Sply Resume Examples & Samples
- Independently developing and refining project scope, structure, and approach
- Framing and managing/performing execution of analyses, both qualitative and quantitative to identify key issues, develop conclusions and recommendations, and present findings
- Anticipating roadblocks, both intellectual and political, and proactively addressing issues before they impact business results
- Performing macroeconomic analyses and understanding the key metrics and trends impacting sourcing and supply chain performance
- Leveraging industry experts, associations, peers and stakeholders to identify and benchmark best practices for project area
- Demonstrated ability to think globally/strategically and frame new and complex issues - a serious thought leader that can make strategic choices and help focus the organization on the most critical and value-added activities
- Ability to influence and manage project outcomes to deliver results
- 5+ years experience with retail/consumer goods supply chains in a strategy, sourcing or supply chain management capacity
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Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Interact with internal and external business partners on various initiatives
- Must be available to intern Spring 2016 (Jan to May) for either 2 days or 15-20 hours per week
- Strong analytical, business process analysis, research, process mapping and problem solving capabilities
- Excellent communication (oral and written) and presentation skills
- High motivation and results-oriented work ethic
- High attention to detail and have good organizational skills
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Strategic Sourcing / Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Directs and/or manages the procurement activities to accomplish company objectives, obtain savings and reduce costs to company · Directs staff in large-scale procurement efforts and reviews/approves purchases of a significant dollar amount. · May negotiate major contracts involving large dollar amounts. · Directs and oversees efforts related to supplier negotiation such as price, availability and delivery of goods and services. · Provides strategic direction and may lead buying activities for tactical buying team · Support strategies to optimize use of e-Auction, e-Catalogs and e-Sourcing tools
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, finance or related degree · 3- 5 years serving as a category manager across MRO and Indirect categories · Experience building sourcing organizations at Fortune 500 companies · Significant savings achieved across a broad range of direct and indirect commodities · Business process outsourcing and automotive experience · The ability to analyze and drive conclusions to support category decisions based on key data is essential
- Experience working with SAP related e-Auction, e-Sourcing, and e-Catalog tools a plus · Experience with spend analytics tools · Bi-lingual, multiple languages a plus · Procurement automotive experience a plus
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Lead Specialist Global Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Contracting responsibilities – working with sourcing teams and/or business partner to develop, draft, negotiate, and administer contract provisions in support of requirements
- Minimum Graduate Degree or an Engineering Qualification is a must
- Five(5) to Eight plus (8+) years experience in Strategic Sourcing or equivalent role(s)
- Additional purchasing qualification (CPM, etc ) is an added advantage
- Experience in an indirect purchasing environment a distinct advantage, as is experience in centrally supporting the indirect sourcing needs for the enterprise
- Strong experience of working on pricing exercises, tenders, contract drafting & contract negotiations
- Strong communication, relationship building, influencing and business analysis skills are required
- Ideal candidate is proactive, methodical in their sourcing approach, and attentive to detail
- Ability to interpret/present/articulate analytical results and facilitate decision making
- Needs to be able to work as part of a team, both within Strategic Sourcing and with other functional groups
- Must be a self starter who is willing to work on their own initiative and must be goals focused
- Be passionate about your work, with an open mind to learn and adapt to different processes & cultures
- Knowledge of Ariba, SAP or an equivalent ERP Sourcing tool an added advantage
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Strategic Sourcing Consultant Resume Examples & Samples
- Knowledge of advance sourcing techniques, i.e. X-rating, Flipping, and Peeling Back
- Knowledge of how to cross reference in a sourcing context
- Knowledge of talent/people aggregators i.e. Prophet, Peoplegraph, vibe, Connect 6
- Aware of how to identify and engage candidates in communities such as Google +, elance, Kaggle
- Familiar with sourcing communities such as Sourcecon and Boolean BlackBelt
- Knowledge of Metacrawlers
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Assistant VP, IT Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Provides strategic leadership in the development and execution of global sourcing strategies related to Labor and non-Labor technology spend
- Partners with IT and Business leadership to reduce vendor fragmentation in the current portfolio to achieve cost optimization
- Establishes strategic sourcing framework to govern sourcing decisions and optimize technology vendor portfolio
- Leads strategic RFI and RFP events, including initiation, evaluation, selection, and subsequent contract negotiation
- Partners with IT leadership, Business leadership, and Legal to evaluate and decide on strategic vendor selection
- Manages relationships with major vendors that support L’Oréal Americas IT and ensures Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are being upheld in accordance with contract terms and conditions
- Establishes and oversees vendor progress and performance monitoring through standardized status report process, KPI dashboard, and regular contact with internal customers
- Actively partners with internal procurement and purchasing resources to ensure individual transactions align with strategic sourcing framework and guidelines
- Maintains current knowledge of labor and non-labor technology sourcing landscape, and industry trends, and applies knowledge to continuously optimize vendor portfolio
- Minimum of 10 years experience in leadership positions within a global sourcing or related
- Significant experience developing and executing IT sourcing strategies and leading a team of sourcing professionals responsible for strategic sourcing
- Expertise developing strategic sourcing framework to govern sourcing decisions and drive cost efficiencies via sourcing rationalization
- Prior experience negotiating with top-tier labor and non-labor technology vendors, e.g., IBM and SAP
- Prior experience leading $10-$50M Technology RFI and RFP events
- Strong packaging and presentation skills with the ability to analyze and explain pricing models to senior management
- Strong understanding of legal concepts as related to contract terms and conditions
- Excellent relationship management skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with senior management
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Global Technology Strategic Sourcing Supervising Associate Resume Examples & Samples
- Successfully manage and execute complex technology deals in the timelines agreed with key stakeholders, and with high quality deliverables
- Act as a trusted business advisor and will manage an IT sub-category and/or IT area working closely with senior stakeholders and suppliers
- Lead key negotiations, with annual savings target of circa $1.5M and work with stakeholders to build a good demand pipeline
- Provide coaching or mentoring to junior team members
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Mgr Strategic Sourcing, Meetings & Events Resume Examples & Samples
- 5+ years of relevant experience; Bachelor’s (4-year) degree required
- Expertise in hotel/venue contracts and negotiations
- Strong meeting industry knowledge and related vendor relationships
- Must possess strong influence/negotiation skills, analytical and strategic thinking skills, decision-making, problem solving, oral and written communication, organizational/time management, relationship building and leadership skills
- Demonstrated ability to work across multiple projects at once
- Must be a self-starter who can work with people at all job levels
- Various software programs such as Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint
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Emerging Tech Strategic Sourcing, Senior VP Resume Examples & Samples
- The Emerging Tech Strategic Sourcing SVP role is part of a new Sourcing function that executes strategic sourcing, supplier management and process improvement programs, specific to the requirements of Citi’s Emerging Tech community
- The SVP leads the client engagement, the supply chain execution and the holistic program management for targeted Citi emerging tech functions
- Sourcing pipeline management and execution – Actively build, execute, and manage the emerging tech sourcing pipeline
- Vendor landscapes - Develop emerging tech vendor landscapes across specific domains such as (but not limited to) Blockchain and Blockchain As-A-Service, Wearables, IoT, Cryptography, Ethnography, Automation & Deep Learning. Partner with Business Sector clients to provide analysis and advise on emerging tech vendor landscapes. Develop point of views on the implication of emerging technology to Citi Business Sectors and innovation programs
- Strategic Vendor Partnerships
- 10+ yrs Financial Services experience
- 5+ yrs of Strategic Sourcing experience
- In-depth experience in strategic planning and implementing concepts and techniques, as well as, the development of commodity-specific sourcing strategies; including thorough market and supplier analysis
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose problem areas, identify improvement opportunities and implement realistic solutions within budgeted time and cost constraints
- Strong, proven project management skills. Ability to effectively organize and prioritize
- Ability to lead productive and focused meetings and discussions
- Exceptional negotiation and contracting skills
- Excellent organizational, analytical, time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal (English) communication, presentation, negotiation skills with strong influencing and persuasive talents
- Collaborative work style with the ability to effectively interact and build relationships with partners across organizational boundaries and across geographies and functions
- Strong leadership presence which commands respect and earn trust of senior management team
- Strong data analysis; focused and accurate
- Working knowledge of Procurement, Sourcing Strategies, Commodity Strategies and Procurement Operations
- Proven ability to learn and understand in country regulatory, legal, tax, and customary business processes
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Manager, Global Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Develops baseline and annual targets, and track savings. Conducts benchmarking and communicates understanding of world class practices. Interfaces with Finance and internal customers for savings sign off
- 7-10 years’ experience in Strategic Sourcing with specific category spend management expertise in facilities management, capital equipment, and utilities
- Bachelors degree in purchasing, engineering, finance or business administration; MBA preferred, CPSM preferred
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Strategic Sourcing Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
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- Responsibilities include carrying out and analyzing RFPs, RFQs and RFI, negotiating Price with Suppliers, maintaining relationships with both internal and external key stake holders, and managing the Supplier relationship to a level consistent with IBM’s Strategy, addressing stakeholder issues and executing sourcing strategies as set out by the Commodity Council
- Understand and Communicate Client Requirements- This position requires to communicate directly with IBM Clients, understand their requirements, evaluate and align with IBM Commodity Sourcing Strategy and fulfill the same in a timely fashion
- Key objective – Responsible for achieving Client Sat targets
- Perform Value Add Analysis/Source Selection - Perform Source Selection and Fair Value Analysis and present the same before the stakeholders for Business and Procurement approvals in line with IBM Procurement Policies and Practices
- Understand and Apply IBM Agreements (T and C’s) / Manage Contracts- The position will be required to have a deep understanding of Contracts and develop unique terms and conditions for the Products and Services being procured and negotiate them in IBMs favor with minimal or no changes . Manage the Contracts owned independently from day one and maintain strong SOX posture
- Achieve all Council KPIs, Measurements and TATs as defined by the Councils: Understand Council KPI's and contribute to achieve the same, by implementing the Council Commodity Strategy
- Key objective – Achieving Procurement Contribution & Cost Take Out targets, APT, SBM Targets, Supplier Diversity Program Targets, and Handsfree Targets
- Business Controls- Responsible to meet Business Controls objectives of procurement, including ensuring ongoing audit readiness and bluebook compliance
- Procurement Stakeholder Management :Position requires assisting Council members in executing Commodity strategies. Strong interface with Council Team Members, Operations Manager,Council Chair and Procurement Sourcing Director
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Global Technology Strategic Sourcing Assistant Director Resume Examples & Samples
- Lead end-to-end sourcing activities for project between $50K and $1M
- Manage the sourcing execution, stakeholder engagement and vendor management in accordance with EY’s Procurement Policy
- Work with the Lead to manage an effective pipeline of deals and prioritize project workload optimally
- Support improvements in processes, policy, systems, management information and reporting
- Act as a Trusted Business Advisor to IT/Business and leverage sourcing experience to lead sourcing events that drive value in support of major initiatives
- Speedy understanding of Business Units being supported and their challenges
- Excellent negotiator with strong decision making capabilities in accordance with the EY Procurement Policy
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VP, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Provide overall thought leadership, direction, enforcement of procurement policies, and oversight for all material and strategic contracting and sourcing initiatives. Provide functional and administrative people leadership to team of approximately 25 resources and 4-6 direct reports. Manage performance, seek professional development opportunities for each, and provide coaching and feedback necessary for high performance
- Develop end-to-end sourcing and category management strategies to meet the business and financial requirements across all Ameriprise lines of business. Partner with key business owners to identify critical procurement and sourcing needs and determine the appropriate contracting strategies, including identification of cost reduction/demand management, performance improvement, and risk mitigation opportunities. Ensure timely execution of sourcing and contracting activities
- Accountable for the outcome of all sourcing and contracting initiatives by providing guidance and direct oversight on all key negotiations and serving as an escalation point during the negotiations phase. Responsible for partnering within Finance to align on sourcing savings calculations and validation methodology, ensuring immediate bottom line impact
- Lead procurement planning sessions with all key business partners to establish shared sourcing goals, align on sourcing project direction and timing, and identify proactive sourcing opportunities to reduce cost and manage demand. Develop Category Management pipeline against which to set business expectations and track progress. Provide input for periodic reporting to Executive Leadership Team
- Co-lead periodic supplier performance reviews and governance reviews with key suppliers in partnership with procurement vendor management and key business stakeholders. Incorporate outcome of review and planning sessions into ongoing category management and sourcing plans
- 10+ years experience
- Strong procurement experience is a must – prior corporate procurement leadership, procurement consulting and outsourcing space
- Breadth of commodity knowledge spanning the range of financial trading/back office, technology, marketing/print, HR, finance, compliance
- Recognition in the narrow field of procurement services and have previously dealt with key Ameriprise partners
- Proven track record driving savings in pure cost reduction and additional cost avoids / mitigation
- Leadership, communication, analytics, negotiations, relationship management, project mgmt and planning, process design and redesign
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Strategic Sourcing & Expense Management Summer Intern Resume Examples & Samples
- Currently enrolled in a four year undergraduate program with at least two years completed
- Accounting, Finance or Supply Chain Management majors preferred
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office products – especially Excel and Powerpoint
- Working knowledge of Sourcing activities
- Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail and written & verbal presentation skills
- Excellent organizational skills to prioritize projects and multi-task
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team under pressure to meet deadlines
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Senior Analyst, Global Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Support the implementation of best practice procurement work processes ensuring the consistent use of best in class procurement methodologies and tools both effectively and efficiently across the globe
- Support change management/Procurement transformation and effectively communicate the development and implementation of best practice purchasing work processes and programs
- Execute the implementation of technology (e-Sourcing, Catalogs, Contract Management, Spend Analytics, Dash Boards, Ariba/Zycus deployment and benefit capture) in order to maximize Global Procurement’s resources and deliver the best benefit to Aramark’s Source to Pay systems
- Drive best practice including standardization of RFX templates, standardization of bid analysis, development of project summaries, adoption of project management tools, etc
- Drive adoption of new sourcing services/tools/technologies (e.g. low cost country sourcing, pay-as-you-go auctions, etc.)
- Maintain and support the procurement tools, including development of training documents, training of new hires, and resolution of system-related issues
- Carry out individual training/development as required to build capability, adopting continuous learning and seeking feedback
- Protect Aramark’s reputation through strict adherence to the highest ethical standards consistent with company policy
- 2-3 years of relevant procurement experience, leading buying categories or strategic sourcing
- Experience in Source to Pay implementation (SAP/Ariba, Zycus, etc) preferred
- Must have experience in data analysis, gathering of information from broad stakeholder bases
- Experience in working within a matrix environment, with cross-functional and cross-regional relationships
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Manager Process Management Strategic Sourcing Procurement Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop and maintain standardized commercial practices within the procurement function, including best practice processes, procedures, controls and systems
- Support Category Managers as needed through implementation of best practice tools and processes
- Ensure the transfer of procurement best practices across categories
- Support development of performance management methodology for utilization across the procurement organization
- 3+ years of experience
- Strong experience in Procurement processes and system integration projects
- Previous experience with change management and capability building
- Previous experience with sourcing, request for proposals
- Center of Excellence experience is an asset
- Excellent Relationship building skills
- Strong process improvement knowledge
- Sound knowledge of procurement tools, automation, operations
- Sound knowledge on metrics, performance tracking and data integrity
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Specialist, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Responsible for developing, leading, and executing commodity sourcing strategies for local, regional, and national initiatives for both facility and project services
- Identifying and leading appropriate field resources to execute initiatives, manage supplier relationships as it relates to administrative and operational activities and issues
- Ensure contracting and procurement standards are maintained throughout the portfolio
- Previous experience with general contractors and construction contracts required
- Create RFP’s with detailed instructions and follow-up to support the operation and project teams in standardized RFP/bid and contract processes
- Run RFP and Auction events through client eSourcing tool
- Analyze price proposals, financial reports and other data to determine the reasonability of price and contractor capabilities
- Lead, build, and use the 7 step strategic sourcing process for selected sourcing
- Initiatives
- Administer and maintain E1 Sourcing tool and contract files to ensure compliance with Jones Lang LaSalle and client Sourcing requirements, to include any and all necessary contract documentation requirements
- Assess and build annual sourcing initiatives with Sourcing Manager that provide detailed service commodity strategies that identify objectives, leveraged spend (in association with CLIENT sourcing and Jones Lang LaSalle commodity strategies), and milestone timelines
- Conduct local and regional Preferred Supplier performance review meetings, when requested, and manage supplier scorecards, contract compliance and service obligations. Ability to work in a fast paced environment with strict timelines
- Establish work priorities, assign deliverables and resolve issues with operations and project teams
- Excellent Inter-personal skills, Organization skills, Strong Analytical Ability
- Excellent communication skills – oral and written
- Bachelor’s Degree and 3 to 7 years strategic sourcing experience for services
- Proven ability to deliver results in challenging environments
- Excellent PC skills, proficient in MS applications - Very strong in Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint
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Procurement Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- An appointed advisor to provide guidance and an understanding of Northern Trust culture
- Learning and development opportunities, including training classes and weekly “Lunch & Learn” sessions
- Professional and social networking opportunities with various levels of Northern Trust employees
- Goal setting and job expectations discussion along with a performance evaluation
- Presentation to senior management and other Northern Trust employees; and
- Community service team-building event
- Supply Chain Management, Finance, Marketing Majors preferred
- Analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
- Adaptability and ability to learn quickly in high-pressure environments
- Leadership, teamwork and human relations/client servicing ability
- An understanding of diversity and value of inclusion; and
- Knowledge and interest in Northern Trust and the financial services industry
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Test Prod Validation Ajayw Procurement Strategic Sourcing Professional Resume Examples & Samples
- 5 Years of experience as procurement professional in an IT / ITES organization
- 3 years of experience in vendor management in an global setup with experience in procuring global services and contracts
- 7 Years of experience as procurement professional in an IT / ITES organization
- 5 years of experience in vendor management in an global setup with experience in procuring global services and contracts
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Strategic Sourcing Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- 3-4years of relevant experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing
- Proven communication skills
- Knowledge on procurement
- Preferred to have to procure to pay process knowledge
- Vendor management
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Strategic Sourcing Contract Specialist Resume Examples & Samples
- Facilitate Statements of Work (SOWs) and Master Service Agreements - serve as a liaison between the business and Legal
- Help identify areas of risk for the business (i.e., delivery of service, quality, performance, timeline, warranty, governance); make recommendations and draft appropriate contract language where applicable
- Review business-driven SOWs to ensure adherence to company guidelines
- Recognize areas that require improvement and make recommendations for efficiency gain
- Pro-actively identify opportunities for improving the Procurement contract templates and raise those with Legal
- Manage the procurement contracts templates repository on Sharepoint, posting fully approved updates and informing the EMEA and APAC delegates accordingly for them to initiate local customizations
- Measure vendor performance against contract SLAs and expectations. Initiate corrective actions in the event of missed expectations
- Ability to shine under pressure while dealing with changing priorities and timeline
- Leadership/Management Skills
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with assigned business partners
- Highly developed business and communications skills necessary to successfully represent Autodesk in dealings with third parties
- 5+ years experience with drafting and negotiating Procurement contracts
- BA/BS/MBA/JD or equivalent
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Strategic Sourcing Contracts Specialist Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop and implement contracting and negotiation strategies for assigned categories
- Ensure supplier agreements adhere to Autodesk standards in terms of legal, privacy, tax, and security standards
- Ability to insert oneself into business and recognize areas that require improvement and make recommendations for efficiency gain
- Strong negotiation and presentation skills
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal customers as well as vendors
- Build and maintain (partnering) effective working relationship with assigned business area
- 5+ years experience with drafting and negotiating Procurement contracts for a wide range of services and complexity
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Senior Specialist, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop category plan to provide visibility to subcategory spends, supplier summaries, stakeholder engagement plans, contract summaries and market insights that lead to both short and long-term strategies
- Consolidate sourcing activity to report savings and activity monthly for client
- Support e-commerce procurement initiatives either corporate or client mandated
- Ensure contracting and procurement standards, policies and procedures are maintained and followed throughout the portfolio
- Partner with the client and JLL Facility Management team to drive both immediate and sustained benefits to the client
- Source suppliers to leverage JLL and other vendors to obtain favorable pricing for client
- Conduct local and regional Preferred Supplier performance review meetings, manage supplier scorecards, contract compliance and service obligations,
- Obtain multiple quotes from vendors and evaluate pricing and services. Negotiate pricing and terms
- Identify and lead appropriate field resources to execute initiatives, manage supplier relationships as it relates to administrative and operational activities and issues,
- Responsible for drafting RPFs and conduct bids. Draft contracts and amendments; reviewing with legal as needed
- BA/BS degree and 5+ years experience in strategic sourcing OR high school diploma and 10+ years experience in strategic sourcing
- 5+ years strategic sourcing experience for services or indirect categories
- Demonstrated experience in Contract Management, bidding process and negotiations
- Strategic mindset with the ability to develop strategic roadmaps and translate into executable plans and supply solutions
- Ability to take command of platform and managing conflicting deadlines and priorities
- Ability to prioritize, juggle, understand contract negotiations
- Superior customer service, relationship building and follow up skills
- Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
- Computer proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint
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Director, Global Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Collaborate with legacy spend owners at all locations to understand budgets, business needs, preferences, etc to establish baseline expectations as the new corporate indirect spend leader
- Centralize spend oversight for the assigned spend category under the new corporate team
- Deliver year over year cost savings
- Continually survey the market for new and/or alternative partners, products and services to ensure that category management techniques are executed to gain the maximum value for prices paid
- Develop supply agreements with suppliers to meet the short, mid, and long- term needs of the business. Agreements need to deliver the lowest total cost for materials and services while allowing flexibility to adapt to the changing organizational requirements
- Design, develop, and implement Strategic Sourcing KPIs to effectively measure, manage, and visually show the impact of strategic spend and supply assurance initiatives
- Lead global spend analysis and identifies opportunities to leverage scale, supply relationships and integrate procurement into core business processes
- Lead advanced data analytics, cost modeling, and TCO analysis in support of sourcing and negotiating strategies
- Develops baseline and annual targets, and track savings; conducts benchmarking and communicates understanding of world class practices; interfaces with Finance and internal customers for savings sign off
- 7-10 years’ experience in Strategic Sourcing with specific category spend management expertise across social, digital, media, marketing, and advertising services
- Experience with lean or six sigma methodologies
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Strategic Sourcing Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Minimum 4 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing
- Knowledge on Procurement
- Preferred to have to Procure to Pay process knowledge
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Procurement Professional Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Create, complete, and manage the record for unmodified base agreements
- Forward any changes to a base agreement to the sourcing buyer for negotiation and execution
- Manage routine transactions under Service orders not requiring new fair value justification
- Experience in receiving help requests from customer’s internal clients and suppliers
- Help set up new suppliers and outline agreements
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North Africa Client Services Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Be the procurement focal point and expert for any procurement request
- Developing and driving the execution of sourcing strategies that are in best interest of the client while addressing the local unique requirements
- Run Request of Propsals (RFPs) in line with IBM Policies & Practices,
- Perform the offers evaluation exercice based on the quotes received, share results with internal clients, document the case and generate the appropriate approvals to place the purchase order
- 3- 5 years experience in direct Purchasing/Procurement OR equivalent experience in Finance, Supply chain
- Master’s/ Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing or equivalanet in Business/Finance
- Change management experience is a ++ (leading a change in the purchasing behavior of an organization…)
- Confortable in dealing with numbers, reports, systems,
- Contract managelent skills
- Good communication skills, customer-focused (internal clients)
- Ability to manage time and prioritize workload effectively
- Strong autonomy + Result oriented
- Confortbale with numbers and reporting (loading in systems)
- Appropriate experience in working within an international team with different time zone
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Strategic Sourcing Partner Resume Examples & Samples
- Prepares target lists with recruiters and hiring managers and develops a sourcing strategy for each requisition and pipeline project
- Sources, qualifies and presents candidates to the Recruiter and adheres to Recruiter/Sourcer Service Level Guidelines
- Represents TD’s brand
- Partner with Diversity and Inclusion team members to leverage sponsorship and partnerships
- Deep connections with women's networking groups, associations and events
- Develops knowledge of current market place and trends
- Makes initial candidate contact and builds relationships/networks with primary focus on developing their interest level and suitability for TD opportunities
- Manages applicant tracking system, maintains accurate candidate documentation to ensure legal compliance with employment practices, policies, procedures
- Builds a robust network of top talent, gains market intelligence and assesses candidates to gauge talent alignment for a specific role and or program area
- Uses effective communication approaches that include proactively maintaining communications with the recruiter and candidates
- Experience in recruiting or staffing, preferably in a research/sourcing function. Active involvement in various women's networks, groups and associations
- Experience in using a variety of talent sourcing methodologies and techniques including; social networking channels & internet networking tools, such as LinkedIn and other Social Media channels
- Experience with applicant tracking systems
- Experience with Boolean Search Strings
- Experience in working independently to meet deadlines
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IBM Strategic Sourcing Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Proactive attitude, self-driven with developed leadership and project management skills
- Change champion, able to independently represent procurement's values in order to drive change through Sourcing Events
- High networking and client facing capabilities
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Regional Plant Maintenance Services Strategic Sourcing Lead Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop & maintain deep expertise in specific subcategories in the Maintenance and Construction Services as part of Plant Services for North America. Position will be responsible for the following OPEX and CAPEX Subcategories General Contractor Services and Mechanical and Piping Services
- Lead the Sub-Category and development of the Mechanical and Piping Services by engaging key stakeholders and bring industry knowledge and best approach to management
- Develop detailed understanding of the current subcategory activity within Cargill, e.g., subcategory spend profile, supplier performance, best practice benchmarking and sharing
- Develop strategies and institutionalize knowledge in category playbooks. [market dynamics, supplier economics, supply channels, total cost of ownership, technology improvements, hypotheses, and negotiation plans]
- Facilitate complete implementation of category projects down through business enterprises and facilities. (coordinating with key stakeholders)
- Develop and/or maintain the Supplier Relationship Strategy and Key Performance Indicators for the Category and specific contracts
- Continue to seek new ways to bring value to Cargill through intimate understanding of business needs and industry developments/benchmarks
- Ensure strong collaboration with stakeholders across entire sourcing lifecycle
- Work with North America Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Leadership on cross-category strategies as they relate to projects
- Seek to develop relationships with diverse suppliers as part of Cargill’s commitment to the community
- 4 year degree in an a technical field (engineering and supply chain) or business
- 5+ years of plant operations and/or maintenance experience
- Strong analytical, business process analysis & problem solving capabilities
- Ability to multi-task and coordinate initiatives in a virtual team environment
- Experience leading complex projects involving multiple stakeholders
- Experience interfacing with Industrial and Construction Services suppliers
- 4 year degree in Engineering
- Previous experience negotiating contracts
- Multiple Business Unit experience
- Knowledge and experience with Construction and Maintenance Services
- Background in Lean Six Sigma
- Strong Excel and database skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills at all levels of the organization
- Basic knowledge of strategy development
- Familiar with Business Analytics Tools, Ariba eSourcing and Contracts, SAP
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Strategic Sourcing Principal Resume Examples & Samples
- Identify Material Cost Reduction (MCR) ideas through VAVE and supplier workshops
- Analyze MCR ideas and prioritize to achieve 3-5% cost reduction per year
- Manage projects to implement according to timeline
- Manage the company’s supply portfolio ensuring transparency of spending
- Generate and implement efficient sourcing and supply chain strategies
- Analyze costs of procurement, and suggest methods to decrease expenditure
- Implement successful negotiation strategies and secure profitable deals
- Cooperate with stakeholders to guarantee agreement on terms and processes
- Research, and anticipate shifts in the negotiating leverage of suppliers
- Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking
- Estimate risks, and apply risk minimizing techniques
- Seek out and partner with trustworthy vendors and suppliers
- 5 – 7 years of experience sourcing electronic components is required
- A Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Electronic Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
- Electronics industry experience is required
- Experience working with contract manufacturers is required
- Understanding of EMS market dynamics, cost elements, and key contract terms
- Strong project management, and leadership skills
- Ability to negotiate, and sustain networking relationships
- Comfortable with figures, and in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data
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Director, Packaging Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Ensure organizational expertise in packaging technology and packaging supply by developing in-depth knowledge about supplier capabilities, strengths and weaknesses, then translating this into aligned strategies that drive value (Total Cost of Ownership reduction) and service level to the next level
- Develop and deliver against the financial Business Plan through forecasting of yearly price changes and careful tracking of Cost Improvement Programs
- Support organization to negotiate appropriate supply terms and agreements for Packaging that best meet the needs and risks posed to J&J
- Manage contracting to ensure appropriate legal coverage is maintained across North America
- Ensure Supplier compliance towards all J&J requirements (Regulatory, Health & Safety, Environment, QA, Sarbanes-Oxley, contract compliance) with support of operational teams
- Plan and lead resource prioritization against business imperatives
- Coach team members on stakeholder management, influencing, challenging the status quo and ensure organization alignment
- Develop talent and support team members to contribute to the J&J Consumer business and across J&J Procurement
- Be a leader and key influencer in the North America Procurement organizational health
- Establish a strong relationship with the Packaging Category Lead including: Aligned and consistent global approach on spend; Leverage Packaging opportunities across regions; Develop processes with teams in conjunction with Center of Excellence (COE) and Category Lead on ( SEI, inflation management, CIP`s, Benchmarking); Ensure consistency and alignment to Packaging strategies in supplier engagement across the platform; Define mid-to-long term strategy on spend concentration, footprint, quality and cost management to optimize the supplier base; Drive agenda to support packaging harmonization and simplification in North America
- Be part of the regional PMC (Packaging Materials Center) and other Packaging decision- making forums. Actively drive these forums towards data and fact-based decision making
- Accountable for defining and ensuring competent management of strategic Packaging supplier relationships using the Global Procurement Supplier Relationship Management model
- Accountable for crisis resolution through early escalation and deployment of internal resources for potential packaging supply disruptions
- Support efforts to identify and implement product or technology innovation from Suppliers / SEI Processes, in conjunction with the Advanced Sourcing Innovation (ASI) team, that fuel profitable growth
- Drive organization to identify and implement current and pipeline cost and complexity reduction opportunities with internal stakeholders and suppliers
- Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Supply Chain, Economics, Business, Science, Engineering or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience is required
- Minimum of 3 years of people management experience is required
- Strong working knowledge and proven results in leading Strategic Sourcing teams is required
- Strong working knowledge of consumer goods-packaging is required
- Strong financial acumen and experience managing and tracking financials is required
- Experience working in an international and cross-functional environment is preferred
- Solid knowledge of manufacturing or contract manufacturing is preferred
- Experience working in the area of fast-moving consumer goods and/or OTC is preferred
- This role requires up to 10% domestic travel
- Six Sigma, process excellence certification is preferredProcurement
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Manager, Chemicals Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Lead and develop commodity strategies and initiatives and contribute to the success of the Chemicals Strategic Sourcing North America organization through upholding the spirit of the J&J Credo
- Lead the identification and facilitation of Cost Improvement Projects including negotiating and effective partner development initiatives to find new areas of value for J&J and key suppliers
- Develop and implement Supplier Relationship program(s) for key suppliers in their assigned commodity groups/sourcing groups
- Develop a portfolio of supply relationships that deliver on the following requirements: quality, service, innovation and cost
- Lead thorough end to end supply chain analysis of business cases including garnering support from key business partners and weighing financial, quality and service criteria
- Support and guide members of the Chemicals team to analyze complex supplier proposals and using decision-making tools and models, including financial and non-financial criteria, to facilitate award recommendations. Leadership of Global Market Engagement Process (bidding)
- Conduct comprehensive supplier analysis and screening (strategic direction, financial due diligence, market position, power within industry, capabilities & capacity, risk assessment) and develop strategies and attain goals for the growth of diverse supplier spend in accordance with J&J's goals to support diversity supplier initiatives
- Negotiate commercial agreements and contracts catered to supply situations and ensure that they are aligned with a strategy to ensure business continuity through the agreements
- A minimum of a Bachelor's degree plus 6-8 years of business experience is required
- A minimum of 2 years in Procurement, Project Management, finance, R&D, Planning and/or Manufacturing is required
- Strong analytical decision making background is required
- Strong negotiation skills is required
- The ability to effectively persuade, convince, and inspire internal and external stakeholders to gain their support for a specific course of action (i.e. business cases, project timelines) is required
- Must have analytical decision making background and proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required
- The ability to lead cross-functional teams and the ability to influence without authority is required
- Experience analyzing supply industries, key cost drivers and market dynamics is preferred
- Experience analyzing proposals, bid packages and conducting supplier analysis s preferred
- Experience with Project Mgmt, Six Sigma, FPX, Process Excellence or Lean Tools and business case creation s preferred
- This position requires that the individual be able to travel up to 25%Procurement
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Analyst, Global Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Contribute to the implementation of best practice procurement work processes promoting the consistent use of best in class procurement methodologies and the involvement of cross functional resources both effectively and efficiently across the globe
- Support the development of overall purchasing strategies, enabling best in class sourcing techniques, that result in the lowest possible cost for Aramark’s $7 Billion dollar spend while delivering to the company's quality, social compliance, financial standards and
- Support change management/Procurement transformation and effectively execute best practice purchasing work processes and programs
- Identify and execute sourcing opportunities with the company’s transformational initiatives towards Total Delivered Cost opportunities and Supply Chain simplification
- Utilize and promotes the usage of technology (e-Sourcing, Catalogs, Contract Management, Spend Analytics, Dash Boards, Ariba/Zycus deployment and benefit capture) in order to maximize Global Procurement’s resources and deliver the best benefit to Aramark’s Source to Pay systems
- Facilitate the deployment of a multi-step strategic sourcing process, with emphasis on development of supply market and supplier segmentation, category strategies, and should-cost modeling
- Execute strategic sourcing initiatives to deliver best possible value while meeting the company's quality, diversity, corporate social responsibility and financial objectives
- Support Aramark’s Social Responsibility objectives by leading and fostering the company's suppliers to engage to the program
- Execute best practice including standardization of RFX templates, standardization of bid analysis, development of project summaries, adoption of project management tools, etc
- Support adoption of new sourcing services/tools/technologies (e.g. low cost country sourcing, pay-as-you-go auctions, etc.)
- Ensure adherence to all Supply Chain Management (SCM) related processes
- Procurement or supply chain experience is a plus
- Experience in Source to Pay implementation (SAP/Ariba, Zycus, etc) is a plus
- Ability to work in autonomy
- Ability to work within a matrix environment, build strong cross-functional and cross-regional relationships
- Must demonstrate leadership and influencing potential
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Strategic Sourcing Leader Resume Examples & Samples
- Identify reliable sources of supply with primary regard for ability to meet specifications requirements, delivery needs and price competitiveness
- Understand and drive purchasing measures including: productivity, payment terms targets, etc
- Negotiate with vendors for best total cost
- Share accountability for Indirect sourcing cost and productivity for all Segments and regions globally
- Manage and execute appropriate RFi, RFP,RFQ and other formal supplier evaluation processes
- Utilize Sourcing tools to drive cost savings Proven track record of results in a fast-changing environment – execution oriented and always delivers metrics
- Utilize RFx and eAuction tools as needed and where possible to drive competitive bids and cost savings
- Prioritize timelines and needs of multiple projects at the same time
- Manage needs and expectations of multiple stakeholders in multiple roles across the organization
- Drive timelines to completion on committed project dates
- Work effectively with Newell Rubbermaid stakeholders in all regions and sites globally to meet business KPIs
- Develop relationships and work with suppliers in all regions globally
- Emulate and drive Newell Rubbermaid’s Purchasing culture and vision for integrity, attitude, leadership, teamwork and results
- 3+ years of applicable experience including Sourcing and Supply Chain
- Previous experience with Consumer Goods Product Company
- Excellent analytical and project leadership skills
- Effectively prioritizes multiple demands and heavy workload
- Proven track record of results in a fast-changing environment – execution oriented
- Approximately 10% travel required
- Advanced Excel experience and skills
- Relevant SAP experience; advanced SAP experience is highly desirably
- Sourcing knowledge of Marketing or Research and Development is a plus
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Strategic Sourcing Leader Resume Examples & Samples
- Supplier selection (preferred/developmental)
- Supplier management
- Supplier exit / de-selection
- Component/Assembly price benchmarking
- RFI/RFQ process
- Negotiation and utilizing should cost
- Cost deflation goals and targets
- Drive data analytics considering e.g. AVL/Off AVL pricing, VMI penetration, etc
- Lead negotiations for passives, actives and EMD
- EMS management through QBR and regular score cards keeping good accountability for Cost, Quality and Delivery
- Innovative approach to forge strong partnership between business and external sources
- Hands on knowledge about electronics, components, PCB, PCBA and HLA
- Deep understanding of Assembly process as it relates to Labor, Labor OH and Machine time quoting
- Someone who has worked in contract manufacturing / electronics mfg. services
- Past experience in Materials Management, Warehousing, Procurement and other aspects of Supply Chain is a plus
- Excellent knowledge of contracts and purchasing/commercial T’s and C’s
- Good knowledge of legal requirements of US and general global practices on sourcing
- Strong negotiator and quick with on the spot reviews of pricing and entitlements
- Domain knowledge in quoting process and be able to challenge total price and break down MCOS, VAM and associated cost drivers with support from Engineering
- Be able to apply all the principles of electronics to HLA process
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Senior Strategic Sourcing Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor's Degree is required or equivalent
- Must have 5 to 7 years of purchasing and strategic sourcing experience
- Position will focus on Sales and Marketing Spend, Small Parcel Logistics Management, and Supplier Management. Experience in these categories is a clear benefit
- Demonstrated proficiency in a PC-based Windows environment using Microsoft office products - Specifically Excel (use of pivot tables, formulas, and graphing will be key), PowerPoint and Word
- Experience in working with SharePoint
- Experience with SAP and SAP/SRM Procure to Pay systems
- Demonstrated experience in project management
- Excellent communication, organization, negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Must be able to develop and maintain excellent supplier relations to effectively handle service, billing, and contractual issues
- Able to work as a team player and collaborate on assigned procurement projects
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Strategic Sourcing Senior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Operations, Business Administration, Operations Management, or Purchasing
- Technical Bachelor’s degree or a Microbiology degree is a plus
- Eight years procurement experience, preferably in global sourcing, in a high paced working environment
- Knowledge of Biological terms and processes, good clinical practices and protocols, and supporting regulatory compliance
- Experience in procuring plasmas, serum, antibodies, and other related biological commodities
- Statistical analysis skills; must be able to analyze trends and statistical data and make appropriate decisions and recommendations
- Strong customer service focus to enhance satisfaction, demonstrate judgment, tact and diplomacy in dealing with internal and external customers
- Knowledge of supply chain programs (consignment, JIT, VMI, etc.) and ability to manage project execution of these programs
- Develop, implement, and manage metrics to track overall success and effectiveness of commodity performance
- APICS or ISM certification is strongly desired. Some experience in a scientific environment or knowledge of chemistry or biology is a plus
- Strong project management and team leadership skills with the ability to develop strong support for change with all levels of internal and external organizations
- Strong organization skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
- Effective interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Ability to make decisions and solve practical problems with a variety of variables in situations where standardization may be limited
- Ability to interpret technical data and a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
- Proficiency with off-the-shelf database applications
- Open to approximately 20% travel
- This position does not offer Relocation Assistance
- Demonstrates Thermo Fisher Scientific values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement
- IND-SDG
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Strategic Sourcing Principal, Motors Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required
- 10+ years of strategic sourcing experience is required
- Experience sourcing motors is preferred
- Must have knowledge of contract law, the RFQ process, supplier and part qualification processes, and low cost country sourcing
- Excellent negotiation, presentation, analytical, planning, project management, written, and verbal skills are required
- Must have the ability to lead a cross functional commodity team and work across the organization at all levels, and develop strategic commodity plans
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Head of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Manage and develop staff by providing guidance, training, and motivation necessary to develop staff. Hires, terminates, evaluates, and counsels personnel. Sets performance standards, reviews performance, provides regular and ongoing feedback
- Guides and influences Managing Directors, senior divisional leaders, and business partners on supply and demand strategies across all categories, soliciting trust and authority based on deep expertise in all Vanguard-relevant suppliers and categories
- Acts as a thought leader, developing long-term category strategies that drive significant value on Vanguard’s $1.8 billion of third-party spend
- Acts as a financial steward and strongly align with long-term enterprise-wide financial goal
- Collaborates with Head of Sourcing Operations for annual pipeline planning and resource allocation
- Ensures objectivity of sourcing process and serves as an escalation point for conflicts regarding sourcing objectivity
- Oversees and maintains accountability for the development of the Strategic Sourcing business plan and budget, as well as coaching direct reports (Category Managers) in developing a Profit and Loss (P&L) mindset
- Develops and implements operational plans to achieve departmental and corporate objectives
- Responsible for providing input for triaging engagements
- Makes staffing decisions and utilizes succession planning to accelerate crew development
- Maintains an in-depth understanding of Vanguard and industry knowledge by keeping current on Vanguard, fund, industry, and regulatory events
- 10-15+ years’ experience in category management
- Master's degree or equivalent combination of training and experience
- Experience overseeing and participating in a large-scale organizational transformation
- Experience managing a Profit and Loss (P&L) or equivalent
- Strategic agility, particularly in fast paced, ambiguous environment working with a large crew of multiple skillsets
- Ability to act as a high-level influencer by bringing thought leadership to stakeholders (both internal and external to Vanguard)
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and motivation skills
- Demonstrated commitment to developing staff skills and building capabilities
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Entertainment Strategic Sourcing Partner Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelors Degree (a business degree will be a plus)
- At least 5 years of experience in contract drafting and negotiations in the entertainment industry
- Experienced in the events industry as a sourcing category
- Experienced with reviewing and negotiating talent riders
- Knowledgeable of IP laws and creative asset management considerations when dealing with entertainment talent and speakers
- Experience with negotiating with talent agencies and representatives
- Experience with working in a corporate environment and ability to enforce internal policies and procedures
- Experienced in working with multiple stakeholders including internal business partners, event professionals, legal and strategic sourcing
- Ability and desire to work in a fast paced environment
- Experienced in Strategic Sourcing will be a plus
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Strategic Sourcing & Contract Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Understands, communicates, and effectively promotes a user based customer service approach and the value proposition of the Strategic Souring organization
- Develops, negotiates and approves contracts/agreements within purview in accordance with DFCI wide strategies
- Prepare, issue, and manage RFI, RFQ, and RFP process; evaluate proposals; make recommendation/selection using internal and external sources and technology
- Work closely with Group Purchasing Organizations to leverage 100 million of purchase power
- Assures compliance with regulatory mandates of the appropriate Federal, State and City governmental agencies, TJC and rules and regulations of DFCI
- Work collaboratively with customers and suppliers to focus efforts on the areas of greatest return
- Implement and maintain appropriate strategic program that improves the performance of the Institute's supply base and leverages the aggregated data from artificial intelligent systems
- Work closely and proactively with key stakeholders to plan, prioritize, and implement sourcing programs that contribute to Institute's strategic objectives
- Consults with leadership on operational areas of weakness (i.e. financial control, customer satisfaction, cycle times, etc.) and implements appropriate short and long-term remedies
- Acquires, analyzes, and reports on category specific consumption data, sourcing effectiveness, and compliance to negotiated agreements
- Works closely with administration and key department heads to provide visibility and lead role into negotiating contracts
- Develop, enhance and influence the sourcing process within the Institute to drive operating efficiencies and cost containment
- Assesses vendor performance including the development of meaningful technical and financial objectives (Scorecard) that are measurable and achievable
- Works collaboratively with the purchasing team and leadership to develop and maintain department policies and procedures
- Focus on industry best practices and maintain metric report
- Performs other related duties as assigned
- Knowledge of applicable policy, regulatory and accreditation standards
- Minimum of 7 years experience in strategic sourcing required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics or Management preferred. MBA desirable
- Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) preferred
- Strong personal computing skills, knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Experience in the use of ERP technology to examine and analyze data to evaluate the results of sourcing strategies and implement appropriate program changes; PeopleSoft experience preferred
- Excellent organizational, customer service, analytical and problem solving skills
- Experience in healthcare or life sciences environment preferred
- Experience in designing and implementing SMI/JIT programs preferred
- Skilled in consensus building, project management and mentoring of direct report
- Ability to quickly establish credibility and build organizational relationships
- Customer centric focus
- The ability to work under pressure, often to tight and changing deadlines
- A flexible approach to working hours when required
- Excellent organizational and communication skills required
- Calm and approachable nature with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally at all levels within the organization
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of personalities and styles
- Record of leading process improvement efforts and gaining stated objectives on time and within budget
- Integrity, professionalism, optimism and energy
- Self starter with exceptional problem solving skills and results-driven orientation
- Experience in conducting industry and product research through a variety of sources, such as suppliers' financial statements, industry reports, competitor analysis, etc., and the ability to synthesize information and present it in a format desired and understood by the listener
- In-depth knowledge and experience in negotiation of supplier contracts that will ensure goods and services meet standards in delivery, cost, quality, and service, and will meet specifications and ethical standards of the Institute
- Specific experience in pricing agreements, supplier and product synergy initiatives, market research and analysis, supply chain optimization and effective negotiation tactics
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Senior Analyst, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Analyze new contract proposals and recommend appropriate course of action to management
- Analyze existing contracts and spend categories to identify cost savings and contract optimization opportunities
- Participate in vendors contract negotiations as needed
- Create reports to support monitoring contract compliance and identifying spending trends
- Work proactively with teams throughout DaVita to identify cost savings opportunities through analysis of purchasing and cost data and trends
- Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses on a broad array of issues across projects and functional areas as assigned
- Prepare preliminary interpretations of analyses for project teams, and/or department management as requested
- Recommend suggested action steps and prepare reports based on results of analysis; implement action plans as approved
- Work life alignment
- Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business with 3-5 years financial analysis experience in a sourcing environment; experience in the healthcare industry is preferred
- Strong analytical skills - must have advanced Excel skills, be an analytical thinker with the ability to analyze large amounts of data and recommend appropriate plans of action
- Strong computer skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Access. Knowledge of Oracle and Hyperion a plus
- Excellent verbal and written communication - will interact and build strong working relationships with teammates at all levels throughout DaVita including senior management; will have extensive interactions with key vendor partners
- Ability to drive projects and decisions to conclusion - must be able to get stuff done!
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Strategic Sourcing Intern Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop/optimize BCC External website and internal Sharepoint profile under guidance from BCC team
- Support on BCC analytical works, e.g. collect information from internal & external resource, conduct preliminarily analyse & edit reports
- Support BCC team in communicating with suppliers, e.g. contact supplier to obtain the latest profile, etc
- Support on generating BCC Reports
- Support Capex COE works, e.g. Capex Tracker system development, Contract template, SSA status monthly report, Sourcing Library build - up, TCO Library update, training plan/material preparation, etc
- Provide necessary Admin support
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Specialist Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Strategic thinking with good business acumen that can quickly understand complex business programs related to the categories assigned
- Supplier relationship management and reviewing of supplier performance, work with Procurement leadership and stakeholders to implement identified continuous improvement opportunities
- Ability to prepare and/or understand financial and other relevant analysis related to the category being sourced
- Assist department leadership in creating, issuing and evaluating RFP’s, RFI, etc
- Resolve conflicts concerning materials or services at the property, department and supplier levels
- Team collaboration in support of completing identified opportunities for national or regional consolidation in a timely manner
- Work with cross-functional teams across the organization
- Monitor changes, modifications, and technological advances that affect the purchase of goods and services used by the Company
- Coordinate product and service trial periods or demonstrations as required
- Effectively communicate program needs/status with internal team members and external stakeholders
- Attend supplier diversity fairs and exhibitions. Understand sourcing protocols and guidelines and ensure that sourcing minimum standards are applied and properly documented
- Understand the procurement system and functionality as well as the-procure-to-pay processes
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Consultant Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- MBA/ Post Graduate from a top school
- Minimum of 3-5 years of management consulting experience focused on strategic systems, processes implementation or strategy
- Exposure to Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and IT Outsourcing (ITO) environment
- Deep understanding of the global IT/BPO outsourcing landscape
- Excellent report writing skills
- Advanced MS Office Skills including Pivots and Macros
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
- Demonstrated leadership, client management, project management and business development skills
- Able to work independently in a fast paced environment across multiple time zones/ geographies
- Industry certifications like PMP, ITIL will be an added advantage (Strategic Sourcing)
- Language skills esp. Spanish will be an added advantage (Globalization Advisory)
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Strategic Sourcing Agent Resume Examples & Samples
- Responsible to implement Pall’s Strategic Sourcing strategy for the above mentioned categories within the global SUT business and support the introduction of a preferred supplier program
- Responsible for performance against KPI’s within Strategic Sourcing; Purchase Price Variance, DPO/Supplier Payables, Working Capital, Global Value Sourcing/LCC Sourcing, Supplier Performance
- Manage supplier relations and negotiate supply contracts, including analyzing market data, evaluating supply alternatives and developing negotiating strategies
- Contribute to the qualification process of suppliers (audits, service level agreements, supplier capacity analysis…) and support supplier quality programs
- Responsible for negotiation of supply contracts in support of the Danaher Material System implementation (external Kanban)
- Assess and develop risk mitigation strategies with suppliers (Evaluate supplier Business continuity plans)
- Support global SUT supply chain in optimization of supplier stock management
- Responsible to create legal supplier documentation (supplier agreements, management of change documentation, confidentiality agreements)
- Minimum 2 to 4 year’s direct experience in supply chain or strategic sourcing
- Master degree (Commercial engineer, Applied economics)
- Practical SAP-ERP knowledge, E-Sourcing tools
- Proven analytical thinking skills
- Able to work autonomous
- Able to solve complex problems and deliver results within defined deadlines
- Able to build relationships and demonstrate strong networking skills
- Fluent in English and Dutch, French would be a plus
- Ability to travel up to 30% of your time
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Senior Analyst, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Partner with stakeholder groups to understand business needs
- Support opportunity assessments to identify and prioritize efforts across categories (e.g., media, print, consulting, human relations services, etc.)
- Conduct RFx development, negotiations, and contracting to reduce spend while ensuring high levels of service. Lead the processes for Requests for Information, Requests for Proposal, supplier Q&A interactions and presentations
- Lead the process for supplier selection criteria based on stakeholder team input and Mylan business needs
- Help to identify and facilitate supplier development efforts (e.g., with incumbent suppliers)
- Research supplier networks for key spend categories; promoting cooperative relationships with suppliers and ensuring that all suppliers are treated in a professional, ethical and fair manner
- Obtain greatest value for purchases across cost, services (e.g., services descriptions and commitments and service level agreements / key performance indicators), and commercial contract terms
- Enable financial delivery to the business in excess of 5% on spend managed
- Periodically support other Sourcing and Procurement departmental efforts
- Minimum of a Bachelor's degree. Master’s degree a plus. Prior pharmaceutical experience preferred
- Must possess superb interpersonal, strategic, analytical, communication, time management, and coordination, multi-tasking and computer skills, including proficiency in industry standard software programs. Must be able to interact with all levels of the organization
- Depth of knowledge and experience in high spend areas (e.g., marketing and sales, finance, shared services, human relations, etc.) as well as ability to apply sourcing and category management processes to other category areas
- Experience in conducting strategic sourcing projects
- Ability to synthesize full or partial information sets for decision making. Ability to apply logic for handling gaps in data
- Ability to prioritize in a complex, fast-paced environment
- Proven project management skills and ability to generate and execute project plans with cross functional participation
- Detail orientation with high degree of accuracy while also having the ability to see the larger picture
- Ability to determine what analysis and information is needed based on business needs identified during stakeholder and sourcing team discussions
- Position functions autonomously. This position will coordinate and facilitate cross-functional efforts. Fluency in the spoken and written English language required
- Ability to solve problems with multiple variables through non-standardized solutions that require independent judgment and analysis. Ability to draw inferences and use deductive reasoning with no prescribed procedures to solve complex problems
- Corporate, trade group and supplier visits requiring travel
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Strategic Sourcing Leader Resume Examples & Samples
- 2-5 Years Experience in Procurement
- Travel required, Avg 10%
- Experience in supplier selection, price negotiation, and implementation of contracts
- Demonstrated history of cost reduction
- Basic computer skills (Office, SAP)
- Conflict/Dispute Resolution
- Problem solving, peer relationships, drive for results
- Understanding of MRP, Goods Receipt, Invoicing
- Manage supplier and internal relationships
- Experience in manufacturing facility
- Experience in petro-chemical industry
- Experience in MRO
- Understanding of costs and budgets
- Experience negotiating legal terms
- Understanding of project management
- Experience with capital projects over $5 million
- Experience with construction contracts
- Experience with contract negotiation
- Experience in SAP procurement modules
- Fluency in Spanish
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Strategic Sourcing Leader Resume Examples & Samples
- 10 yrs Procurement / Commodity Management experience in MRO or chemical company
- MRO experience (preferred in plant)
- Experience in procuring equipment/services/instrumentation
- Self directed
- Travel required, Avg 30%
- Working Knowledge of SAP Procurement Systems
- Experience working with Legal and Finance team on Regional and Global contracts
- Experience in Management and implementation of new initiatives
- Experience in working with plant personnel
- Knowledge of 7 step sourcing process
- Bilingual - Spanish
- Basic understanding of Celanese contract procedures and requirements
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Strategic Sourcing Leader Logistics Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, MBA (not mandatory)
- 3 to 5 years
- Ability to create and drive category strategies
- Strong analytic ability
- Data and fact driven
- Curious, energetic, with a track record of driving change
- Capabilities to negotiate
- Experience in Logistics, preferably in the Chemical sector. Direct experience in one of the modes or more will be considered as a plus: Bulk Marine, Terminals, Barges, Rail, Road Bulk
- Procurement professional
- Ability to cope with complexity
- Creative mindset
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Strategic Sourcing Leader Resume Examples & Samples
- In depth understanding of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process
- Strong computer skills-Word, Excel, Visio, Power Point, Access
- Experience working with Legal and Finance team on regional and global contracts
- Experience in management and implementation of new initiatives
- Bachelor's Degree - Related Experience
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Strategic Sourcing Engineer Resume Examples & Samples
- Identify suppliers capable of supplying the company's product portfolio
- Negotiate with suppliers price and lead time for mechanical parts
- Analyze material requirements for the mechanical parts – different grades of steel in order to understand the price construction for the mechanical parts
- Analyze machining operations of the mechanical arts in order to have control on the price from suppliers
- Identify and manage cost containment projects to drive net material inflation improvement
- Work closely with Engineering and Development to drive procurement activities, supplier negotiation and cost projections for new product development projects
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Strategic Sourcing Leader Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop and implement sourcing and procurement strategy to establish operations as a competitive advantage
- Collaborate with global sourcing team to achieve sourcing and procurement strategy
- Support annual re-cost efforts, including cost modeling and supplier cost analysis
- Engages with product line teams to create new policies and procedures to achieve profitable growth and ECE
- Analyze data to understand the cross functional impact of sourcing decisions or project through developing accurate business cases
- Constantly Communicate with Supply Chain, Operations, Purchasing, and Engineering teams and escalate issues when needed – know who, when, and how to communicate with all Stakeholders
- Ability to communicate vision and inspire people at every level to deliver and execute the strategy
- Strong understanding and working knowledge of SAP and procurement methods
- Bachelor’s degree in business or suitable experience in the purchasing / procurement fields. APICS certifications a plus
- Willingness to travel, and as necessary
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Dir Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- The Director, Global Strategic Sourcing will be responsible for leveraging synergies within our largest and fastest growing region to maximize leverage potential (both spend and best practices) to achieve additional cost savings, as well as drive a vendor base reduction program
- Lead the Global Sourcing and Procurement Organization and drive the development and execution of global strategies with the worldwide supplier base
- Create global sourcing processes ad enablers, and develop a strong & professional sourcing team capable of leading key worldwide sourcing solutions
- Drive advanced sourcing and procurement strategies to support business growth
- Provide leadership to global organization, identify and develop talent pipeline
- The Director will be accountable for the achievement of quarterly cost reduction commitments; strategic sourcing, source selection and supplier management / optimization / reduction; development of purchasing policies and procedures; organization development; leveraging cross division material requirements; development of appropriate contractual agreements for both volume material purchases and advanced development agreements; expanding E-sourcing to a global level.Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, Engineering discipline a plus
- At least 10 years of sourcing and procurement management responsibility with global / international responsibility
- Statistical/Analytical background and strong skills in database creation spreadsheets, etc
- Familiarity with e-sourcing
- Proven track record and high competency in negotiations
- Strong leadership to develop and coach teams in different regions
- Ability to work in a fast paced, task-focused and heavily matrixed environment
- Working knowledge of MRP/ERP (SAP preferred)
- Purchasing or Material Certifications by nationally recognized organizations and/or membership a plus
- Proven track record of hitting cost reduction targets
- Demonstrated results in complex negotiations, strategic commodity management, advanced development agreements and Asian sourcing
- Ability to multi-task complex issues essential
- General understanding of the electronic components industry
- Result driven and persistent
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VP-procurement & Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Provide strategic leadership and vision for CarMax Strategic Sourcing, leading procurement across the company’s current $1.3 billion in external spend (including direct and indirect spend in Information Technology, Marketing/Media, Automotive related equipment parts and supplies, Construction expenses, etc.) with clear savings goals/deliverables
- Develop and ensure implementation of the CarMax Strategic Sourcing strategy, plans, associated goals and metrics and monitoring/reporting mechanisms
- Design, lead, and develop highly effective Procurement and Strategic Sourcing Teams with appropriate leadership structure and governance to drive visibility and accountability
- Develop and position the Strategic Sourcing function as a key business partner with high valued strategic sourcing expertise
- Proactively develop the necessary strategic sourcing tools, disciplines, and systems to ensure efficient and effective sourcing support that can scale with CarMax growth
- Act as escalation point for category leadership in key sourcing and negotiation processes and vendor management relationships
- Direct sound business decisions and incorporation of CarMax standards and values in all sourcing/supplier approaches, contracts, agreements, etc. across the function
- Leading and directing Procurement Operations team, which includes the support of all store purchases, vendor relationships, and contracts administration
- Proven ability to stand up a strategic sourcing function and centralize Procurement operations
- Experience working effectively with senior management, in particular a record of success in selling new ideas
- Experience working as a key member of a fully integrated senior sourcing team
- Ability to influence, motivate and direct a large, cross-functional team that does not report directly in to this position
- Ability to manage and develop direct reports, and achieve a high level of engagement among team members
- Familiarity with financial and operational analytical methods
- Proven ability to effectively manage outside vendors to ensure they fully understand our business and are aligned with our goals
- Strong business acumen, demonstrating the ability to see the bigger picture and the most relevant implications of an analysis
- Superior teamwork skills, with the ability to work with peers and to ensure the sourcing team is working with correct business partners
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly communicate with senior leadership and across departments
- Passion and enthusiasm to drive continuous improvement
- Experience leading departmental budgeting process
- Four year undergraduate degree (MBA preferred)
- 15+ years experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Program Sourcing, or Category/Commodity management with a record of increasing responsibility and team development, including leadership experience managing direct and indirect reports
- Strong P&L financial and analytical ability to formulate savings strategy
- Experience working effectively with senior leadership, particularly with a record of success at selling new ideas
- Exceptional verbal, written, and listening skills are needed to effectively manage a team, listen and understand conflicting points of view on complex matters, and navigate through potential contentious situations that periodically occur in a change process
- Ability to present effectively and persuasively to large groups
- Ability to convey a professional and positive image
- Must be able to independently make critical business decisions and influence senior leadership
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Strategic Sourcing Director Resume Examples & Samples
- 5 - 10% travel required predominantly in North America, with minimal (if any) international travel
- Single point of accountability for Category Management of Telecom Services
- Develop, implement & manage an annual category plan for in-scope categories, including identification of the benefits potential
- Lead strategic sourcing projects staffed with business unit representatives and 3rd party providers in assigned categories
- Identify opportunities through reviewing spend data, internal and external networking and benchmarking
- Organize projects and teams and manage team leaders to execute projects and obtain savings and cost avoidance benefits
- Develop term sheets and negotiate agreements with suppliers, working with legal counsel
- Build strong relationships with local business unit executives and staff to ensure alignment with programs and resulting benefits
- Work with the units to establish local sourcing capability in line with the overall vision
- Review the performance of key suppliers and country/business unit compliance; initiate corrective actions when necessary
- Provide timely communications and data regarding suppliers, financial performance and key issues
- Provide high quality, professional tactical sourcing support to business units as required in assigned categories
- Work with department financial analyst and/or 3rd party provider to track benefits of sourcing activities – savings and cost avoidance
- Use chosen tools for spend analysis, e-sourcing, project & contract management, and supplier performance management
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Finance or related field of study
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive, broad-based sourcing and procurement experience
- Demonstrated experience in global procurement of Telecom Services related categories
- Demonstrated experience in managing the strategic sourcing process life cycle, from opportunity identification to projecting financial results
- Extensive hands-on experience in all aspects of the sourcing process including developing RFPs, running highly competitive procurement processes, analyzing price responses, calculating TCO, leading negotiations and crafting contracts, ideally on a global basis
- Ability to exert influence and persuade key stakeholders with facts and analysis that may be counter to perceptions
- Strong written and oral communication skills, as well as effective presentation skills
- Confident and self-assured team player with successful negotiation track record with suppliers and ability to be flexible with colleagues
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the demonstrated ability to engage people at different levels of seniority, different cultures, and across different functions within Wolters Kluwer
- Understanding of legal requirements, and able to provide input to legal on contracts
- Strong analytical ability & commercial insight with the ability to create a vision for the future and realistically estimate the benefits of change
- Superb supplier relationship management skills to interface with suppliers
- Superior analytical, decision-making and problem solving skills with an orientation toward developing actionable, creative solutions
- Solid computer skills in presentation, financial analysis, and word processing software tools
- Ability to identify critical success factors that focus the organization on adding value to the enterprise
- Take charge person that can drive a plan of action and energize the business
- A passion and an understanding of organizational dynamics within a global enterprise and a shared services environment
- High productivity, excellent time management skills and strong work ethic; ability to work as an individual
- Show a deep commitment to customer focus and customer satisfaction
- Strong demonstrated strategic thinking capabilities
- Commitment to understanding and learning our customer’s businesses while developing global solutions
- Achievement of professional sourcing and procurement designations such as CPSM or CIPS Advanced Certificate (or equivalent) are desirable
- Advanced degree (e.g., MS or MBA) preferred
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Mgr, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Strategic Planning procurement budget for the corresponding areas
- Risk assessment of suppliers
- Annual assessment and continuous development of suppliers
- Preparation and implementation of the annual budget service
- Preparation, monitoring and / or implementation of policies, procedures, etc
- Support to different areas for savings performance raised
- Support and attention to related audits
- Active participation in the diffusion and / or training of policy, procedures and procurement systems for the relevant staff in order to make the operation more efficient
- Bachelor degree in Industrial Eng. Or Business degree
- 10 Years’ experience in supply Chain related positions with specific experience in sourcing/ procurement direct activities
- Category management (screw machine, plastic moulding, metals)
- Responsible
- Team Work
- Team leader
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Global Strategic Sourcing Leader Resume Examples & Samples
- Developing the overall vision and objectives for sourcing and ensuring effective execution
- Understanding external industry trends, the competitive environment and our internal performance to align, refresh and transform the sourcing strategy accordingly
- Integrating and aligning functional priorities with divisional and enterprise goals and initiatives
- Driving improvement of key functional metrics and reductions in functional operating costs
- Partnering with cross-functional leaders to provide expertise needed for successful design for supply chain decisions and for mobilizing strategic sourcing initiatives
- Leading the selection and management of outsourcing activities, including participating in and ensuring effective make versus buy decisions
- Implementing standard processes and tools in alignment with enterprise direction
- Drive the implementation of new systems capabilities to support sourcing functional needs and best practices
- Establishing and driving a continuous improvement environment and ensuring the application of lean manufacturing principles
- Providing leadership for multiple team leaders which includes driving the performance management, talent planning and compensation processes
- Developing a high performing team with the appropriate skills, knowledge and bench strength to drive functional excellence and deliver on the long term needs of the business
- Championing the practice of the Gore culture and holding others accountable for achieving results in a manner consistent with Gore values
- Participating in the Divisional Operations leadership team to drive integration and excellence in the function
- Bachelor’s degree with a supply chain, engineering or operations emphasis
- Minimum of 15 years’ supply chain experience with at least 5 years in a strategic sourcing role
- Minimum of 8 years’ successful leadership experience
- Demonstrated skills and experience with high value purchasing and contract negotiations across a diverse range of commodities and services
- Successful track record of continuous improvement
- Proven track record of fostering a positive, engaging and team based environment
- Demonstrated ability to clearly establish expectations, fairly address performance issues and hold others accountable
- Experience supporting mature commercial product and early stage/new product development
- Ability to develop and execute strategic plans and successfully manage multiple priorities
- Ability to travel 15% domestically and internationally
- CPSM, CSCP, CPIM, CPM, SPSM or similar certifications
- Experience in medical device industry
- Experience with ERP and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems
- Master’s Degree in Supply Chain, Operations or Business
- Experience in multiple industries
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Strategic Sourcing Lead, IT Resume Examples & Samples
- Facilitates development of team/partner relationships with vendors/suppliers and maintains relationships for long-term contracts
- Identifies and recommends changes to established practices and policies
- Develop models to observe key spending trends, cost drivers and market factors
- Negotiates pricing and contracts on strategic initiatives and with strategic vendors
- Presents procurement recommendations to executives, as well as other internal key stakeholders,
- Leads contract negotiations,
- Drives cost savings initiatives,
- Implements strategic sourcing and purchasing best practices
- Manages staff in accordance with organization’s policies and applicable legislation
- Knowledge of sourcing methodologies, principles, theories, processes and practices
- Knowledge of supply chain management, materials management, purchasing or procurement
- Knowledge of MS Office applications
- Knowledge of sourcing indirect vendor spend categories such as IT, telecoms, temp labour, travel, office equipment, facilities related, outsourced service deals
- Ability to lead, influence and motivate others
- Ability to manage significant business process change
- Management of others
- Ability to manage conflicting priorities
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers and clients
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Manager of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience in Purchasing and/or Strategic Sourcing roles, including a minimum of four (4) years of management experience
- Experience with Print and Marketing Sourcing activities
- Experience in identifying and developing global print sources of supply, including but not limited, to distribution networks, global manufacturers, and in-country sourcing
- A minimum of seven (7) years of Print Purchasing and/or Strategic Sourcing experience
- In-depth knowledge of the Hospitality or related industry
- CPM, CPSM or willingness to attain certifications during the course of employment
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Strategic Sourcing Operations Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Lead your team to identify key supplier trends on strategic technology and service categories
- Provide detailed reporting to senior executives in supply chain and technology planning
- Collect and dissect industry data on key trends and daily strategic supplier news
- Generate insights for the sourcing organization on a weekly basis
- Lead the ongoing, in-depth, evaluations and “thought leadership” recommendations to senior management on supplier strategies in assistance with sourcing category experts and technology planners
- Analyze internal data and perform competitive benchmarking on key sourcing parameters
- Provide key interface support to multiple internal organizations to understand needs and generate appropriate market reports to aid in technology and source decision making
- Assist executive Verizon-supplier meetings and quarterly reviews with supplier insights and Verizon intelligence and executive talk points for discussion
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Director of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- 7 + years of experience in a Leadership capacity supporting Healthcare Sourcing / Procurement Operations
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field
- Knowledge of healthcare supply chain management principles and concepts in procurement, receiving, distribution, replenishment, and equipment management
- Knowledge in Value Analysis product review, product conversions, product standardization, and product trial
- Knowledge of accounting principles, cost analysis, standard costing, statistical control and other strategies in costs management and process improvement
- Strong knowledge of the products and procedures performed on the Nursing Floors, Emergency Department, Radiology, OB-GYN Department, Pediatrics Department, Ambulatory Care Facilities and other Non-Surgical Departments
- Master's Degree in a related field
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Sourcing Analyst, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Researches and analyzes categories in support of the development of sourcing strategies. This includes obtaining business requirements from key internal clients, conducting market research, and analyzing both in support of developing sourcing strategies
- Supports execution of sourcing strategies. This includes developing and tracking sourcing implementation plans, and performing all business-related analyses of the sourcing initiative (e.g., development of RFx packages, analyzing RFx responses, performing some business due diligence efforts, including periodic on-site due diligence at prospective suppliers), developing term sheets for contract negotiations
- Supports category maintenance. This includes contract life-cycle management (e.g., tracking, queuing, and preparing for contract renewals, terminations, addendums, updating pricing annually, etc.), category database management (e.g., refreshing internal business requirement/impact metrics, supplier capabilities database, etc.), scanning the marketplace for changes and providing critical business intelligence to Category Managers real-time (e.g., M&A activity, bankruptcy, compliance issues, expansion of product offerings, new competition, political changes, etc.)
- Supports continuous improvement. This includes both participating in department/category business process improvements (e.g., enhancements to the sourcing process, development or revision of key sourcing procedures, etc.) and personal development
- Support supplier relationship management. This includes tracking and reporting key performance indicators for the category of spend, supporting some of the operational due diligence efforts (e.g., being a SME during quality audits, participating quarterly business reviews with strategic partners, etc.)
- A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in sourcing; experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries is an asset
- Ability to work in fast paced environment and work in cross functional teams
- Good analytical skills and strong attention to detail
- Fluent English is mandatory, any other European Language is an asset
- Bachelor Degree in life sciences or related faculties preferred
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Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Engage with technology, marketing and Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) to understand and develop plans to support business goals per 5 year business plans (STRAP) and Annual Operating Plan (AOP) for the product line assigned. Also, coordinate with technology for technology resources for productivity and dual sourcing projects
- Develop plans to meet Annual Operation Plan (AOP) goals which includes productivity, lead-time reductions, working capital improvement, quality, supplier rationalization and delivery performance
- Provide inputs to Global Commodities on the respective product/ business strategies and ensure Site Sourcing Strategies and Global Commodity Strategies are coordinated and linked with the business
- Through the analysis of current spend, processes and practices, develop and deploy direct material sourcing strategy for a product line that supports the goals of the business units including product cost competitiveness, productivity, lean supply chain, material replenishment, supplier consolidation, process standardization, transaction cost removal, and process digitization that meets the annual operating plan
- Become expert with economic, competitive and supply base knowledge for products assigned and procured. Will understand the supply base of competitors. Will possess the knowledge of best-in-region suppliers for each commodity
- Deploy processes that are consistent with the identified strategy through teaming with the other Global Sourcing Leaders
- Leads Sourcing Team to identify and select approved suppliers capable of providing parts and materials that meet established requirements
- Drive capability and performance of key suppliers to meet HPS global sourcing/ business goals on productivity, working capital, cycle time reductions, delivery and quality
- Implement multiple tools to drive cost competitiveness. Actively promote eSourcing tools to drive incremental performance and efficiencies
- Coordinate with Global Commodity Manager, Supplier Quality Engineering, and ISC Material team to support HPS global sourcing goals for the site
- Collaborate with ISC to establish a lean and flexible supply chain based to reduce cycle times and improve delivery. Establish advanced material replenishment strategies
- Collaborate on demand and supply planning with Operations and drive supply chain to meet site requirement
- Ensure material availability from supplies based on demand. Provide future outlook on supply and take lead in resolving critical delivery issues with suppliers
- Play active role in resolving critical quality with Supplier Quality and Suppliers
- Mentor and establish a strong and high performing team with an emphasis on talent recruitment, retention, competence development and organizational effectiveness
- Manage and develop a team of up to 8 direct reports and remote matrix reports
- Actively promote deployment of six sigma tools and methods
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, business or operations
- 8 or more years of experience in global experience in Strategic Sourcing and Procurement
- CIPS and/or CPM or equivalent certification desired
- Leadership experience in Supply Management/Sourcing/Procurement
- Previous experience in global high-mix manufacturing business highly preferred
- Experience building and leading global sourcing teams with an emphasis on emerging region
- Successful use of decision-making and analytical skills
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Strategic Sourcing Contracts Specialist Resume Examples & Samples
- Ability to review and analyze data to determine cost savings opportunities through vendor consolidation and/or contract renegotiations
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned categories
- Drive the RFx process through to completion; including requirements gathering, identifying go/no go criteria, scorecards with criteria and weighting, bidder's conferences, etc
- Facilitate SOW and MSA - serve as a liaison between business and legal
- Help identify areas of risk for the business (i.e., delivery of service, quality, performance, timeline, warranty, governance); make recommendations where applicable
- Provide business with approved sourcing tools, processes, and knowledge to qualify vendors and manage vendor relationships
- Drive Supplier Review Meetings with key suppliers and senior level Autodesk stakeholders and provide input on performance and future needs/strategic planning
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal customers / clients as well as vendors
- Recommend systems and processes improvements to increase contract effectiveness within the enterprise
- 5+ years experience with Strategic Sourcing
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IIS Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- 8+ years Supply Chain experience
- Sourcing and Commodity management experience
- Cost reduction experience
- Experience developing solutions to problems with unusual complexity that require a high degree of ingenuity, creativity, and innovation
- The ability to lead within a cross-functional team in order to execute strategies
- Experience working in Microsoft office tools – specifically Excel
- Demonstrated knowledge of the integrated supply chain, including strategic procurement
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SVP, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Ownership for a long-range strategic roadmap that enables scalability, efficiency and cost effectiveness of assigned commodities/spend categories for sourcing and procurement, technology and practices/policies across the enterprise. Effectively partners across the enterprise to meet business needs while developing and providing solutions that deliver value and effective spend management
- Strategic ownership for implementing and maintaining key sourcing and procurement market intelligence, tools, processes, policies and programs for assigned commodities/spend categories
- Lead the development and oversee the execution of enterprise-wide procurement and sourcing strategies for assigned commodities/spend categories in order to maximize key supplier relationships and value for the organization, including supplier selection, contract negotiation and pricing, supplier relationships, supplier performance, etc
- Own the development and ongoing reporting of meaningful process metrics to measure performance. Establish relevant goals and thresholds to drive accountability, improve efficiencies, and performance
- Assemble and foster high-performing teams, including direct and indirect reports as well as third party resources to ensure objectives and deliverables are achieved on-time and within budget
- Create culture to propel meaningful process changes and/or improvements to ensure scalable, repeatable, cost-effective and well-controlled processes to support the business in a compliant, fiscally responsible manner
- Perform supervisory functions, including but not limited to, making employment decisions regarding hiring, promoting, demoting and terminating, conducting performance appraisals and coaching and developing staff
- 10 or more years of progressive leadership experience in Sourcing, Procurement, Business, MIS. Experience with negotiating and documenting strategic contracts, multi-level relationship management, prospect to pay processes and technology and large-scale process/project management as well as operational, customer service and financial management expertise
- Ability to deal with ambiguity, create a strategy to address all stakeholder needs, and execute strategy meeting business needs
- Strong business and technical acumen and ability; exhibits a leadership/executive presence and character that inspires trust of all levels, including characteristics of integrity, common sense, maturity, intelligence, strategic mindedness, creativity, independent thinking, initiative, energy and a hands-on orientation
- Ability and experience leading and working with teams (direct and indirect, internal and external relationships) and on- and off-shore third parties to execute on business/commodity/category strategy while meeting multiple stakeholder needs
- Exceptional communication skills, effective with a variety of audiences. Ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely and to influence and negotiate critical, significant contracts on behalf of the organization
- Financial services and/or banking experience or experience in a highly regulated industry
- Leadership of cross-functional/business unit teams, including indirect staff, third party vendors, etc
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Strategic Sourcing Center of Excellence Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- 60% Center of Excellence Responsibilities
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Engineering or Science, or equivalent education and experience
- 6+ years relevant experience with increasing responsibility; 2+ years of supervisory experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Zycus, Ariba or other PRTP Cloud solutions
- Demonstrated strong self-initiative, sense of urgency and customer relationship building skills
- Demonstrate a "hands-on" style and willingness to engage proactively with managers, directors and vice-presidents
- Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills in English
- Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) is preferred
- Six sigma or lean certifications and a few years of experience implementing the principle
- Strong organizational, analytical and project management skills
- Ability to present information (prepare reports, rationale and recommendations clearly and concisely to all levels of management)
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IIS Strategic Sourcing & Capa Lead Resume Examples & Samples
- Experience with Government contracts, processes & procedures
- Ability to effectively interface with senior management on major matters pertaining to its policies, plans, and objectives
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or similar or equivalent combination of education and experience (Bachelor Degree = 8 years of additional applicable experience)
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Global Strategic Sourcing Leader Resume Examples & Samples
- Identify Best cost country sourcing strategy opportunities and drive - manage gcl strategy toward lowest landed cost
- Organize external benchmarks
- B2P compliance champion for the business
- Support Digital Thread
- Supplier collaboration tools (Clear Orbit roadmap)
- SDX/PLM Business champion (digital supplier communication tool – product lifecycle management)
- GE Store connection on analytics
- Interface with GE Sourcing Analytics
- Digital Based Modeling
- Business champion for Renewable Analytics
- Support Legacy Alstom ECO platform sourcing
- Bachelor's degree in Sourcing
- Very strong Supply Chain experience
- Strong background in ITTools - –strong IT affinity
- Strong knowledge on Sourcing and IT - which field of IT? (database management, supplier communication tool, finance analytic, )
- Excellent communication & influencing skill at multiple levels of the organization
- Ability and ownership to drive improvements and change with tangible results
- Fluent English knowledge
- Demonstrated experience in renewable products
- Change agent with strong credibility and ability to influence all levels of the organization
- Ability to represent GE Renewable Energy with external partners & other GE businesses
- Ability to work independently to achieve set targets and objectives
- Ability to see around corners and be proactive
- Ability to work in a matrix environment, influence and motivate diverse teams to achieve a unified goal
- Self-directed, detail-oriented, organized, and flexible
- Capable to challenges the status quo and endless curiosity
- Operational experience is an advantage
- Working experience in the Energy industry
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Analyst, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- 5% Travel time
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required
- Strong Computer Skills in Excel, Word, Power Point
- Excellent data management/analysis skills
- SAP experience preferred and/or ERP system
- Previous work experience in Management Consulting and/or Procurement-related field preferred
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Senior Strategic Sourcing Consultant Resume Examples & Samples
- 5+ year(s) of professional experience
- Proficiency in using Excel to organize, manipulate, and analyze large data sets
- Proficiency in PowerPoint and Word to create client facing documents
- Track record of driving savings as a consultant or in house supply chain professional
- Ability to communicate effectively in person and by email and phone with supply chain staff, senior executives, and suppliers
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Strategic Sourcing Category Leader Resume Examples & Samples
- Manages assigned category portfolio and aggressively seeks opportunities for cost and value improvement through advanced analytics, sourcing strategy development, and negotiation
- Develop baseline category assessment and sourcing strategy and drive overall sourcing process for assigned category
- Develop and communicate category specific metrics, category cost drivers, leading indicator data, and external market factors that could impact cost and introduce risk to the supply chain
- Develop and implement contract negotiation strategies for assigned spend categories to leverage spend, maximize savings, provide non-price value opportunities and improvements while maintaining or improving product quality and supplier service levels
- Lead end-to-end supplier evaluation and negotiation processes; including business needs review, the development of thorough business requirements, market intelligence and research, negotiation strategy development, rigorous RFP processes, and contract negotiations across assigned spend categories and projects
- Provide analysis and articulate to senior management and stakeholders on strategic sourcing strategies and outcomes
- Develop communication, implementation, and tracking plans for assigned category
- Monitor industry trends and developments and update category strategy as needed to achieve business goals
- Develop benchmarks and utilize best practice sourcing techniques and tools within the category portfolio
- Collaborate with Finance and business partners to drive compliance and ensure savings flow through the P&L
- Manage and oversee key supplier relationships for Business Teams to provide maximum value by developing and managing a multiyear supplier roadmap and Supplier Performance and Management plans
- Conduct periodic reviews of vendor performance and establish goals for balanced scorecard for on-time delivery and quality, including qualitative elements and cost reduction
- Independently resolve supplier performance issues and collaborate with business teams to identify improvements and articulate performance needs
- Category expertise in one or more of the following: IT, Marketing, Logistics, Construction/Facilities, Automotive Equipment, Automotive Parts, Travel, Administrative Services
- Strong analytical and financial analysis capabilities with proven experience in performing detailed analyses of complex data or situations
- Experience with lean/process improvement and process mapping preferred
- Deep understanding of the commodity landscape in order to forecast industry trends and gauge emerging competitive forces
- Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Knowledge of supply agreements; understanding of key contracting provisions and requirements
- 7+ years of relevant work experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, etc
- Four year undergraduate degree
- Proven strong analytic skills required
- 5+ years post-degree with top tier consultancy preferred
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Senior Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Analyst Resume Examples & Samples
- Must have a minimum of 2 years analytical experience preferably in one of the following fields: strategic sourcing, management consulting, finance, or supply chain
- Ability to interact with and establish relationships with employees at all levels Strong analytical skills required
- Must have strong Microsoft Office skills including: Excel, Visio, Word, Powerpoint, Access, Outlook, etc
- Ability/desire to work in a diverse environment
- Knowledge of Sourcing & Procurement processes
- Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics
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Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Ongoing Supplier Business Continuity Planning (BCP) to manage risk and continuity of supply
- Presentation and explanation of engineering requirements for NPI
- To produce a supplier rationalization program, with execution timeline
- Define opportunities within GVS (Global Value Sourcing) for new sources of supply (China, India, Central / Eastern Europe, Latin America, as applicable)
- Categorize the required supplier PVO (spend), to be managed via multiyear Pall contracts, to manage risk, liability and to maximize outputs
- Design, lead and execute contract negotiations
- Detailed understanding of macroeconomic factors affecting, driving, and influencing NPI category management
- Strong understanding of Lean methodologies, principles and tools
- Prioritize highest level of quality, and continuity of supply for category
- An understanding of Lean, Six Sigma methodologies, and associated tools
- Realize engineering inputs for all New Product Development (NPI), and introduction programs
- Support cross-functional efforts to realize reduce costs, and standardize components through the VAVE process
- Critical to ensure strong, value-adding relationships with suppliers, internal customers, and cross-functional departments
- Conducted business travel outside of North American. Has a current valid passport for travel
- Strong leadership capabilities to deliver results and to build cross-cultural teams
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Strategic Sourcing Analytics Leader Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college
- Minimum of 5 years of sourcing experience
- Minimum of 2 years of sourcing analytics experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Information Management / Technology
- Deep understanding of sourcing systems and processes
- Familiarity with Tableau, Qlickview, SAP and Oracle
- Ability to work with global team effectively, with strong influencing skills
- Experience in driving sourcing initiatives and results across broad organization
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
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Global Strategic Sourcing Lead Resume Examples & Samples
- Establish, grow and maintain strong relationships with internal business partners and ensure alignment, collaboration and joint ownership in optimizing the supply chain and total cost of ownership
- Work with key stakeholders and senior business leadership to understand strategic direction, business requirements and objectives / priorities across the commodities
- Lead the continued enhancement of the global category councils, building and fostering the development of a cohesive, high-performing global sourcing team
- Develop, implement and manage a robust market analysis / benchmarking process across geographies; leverage key insights to inform and support the category strategy development process
- Develop, implement and manage a strategic supplier management program for key suppliers to ensure optimal supply chain performance, with a focus on quality, service, delivery, risk and cost
- Lead the identification, evaluation and implementation of opportunities to monetize existing operations and/or supply chains
- Drive efforts to substantively progress the implementation of best practices across the regions / countries
- Bachelor's or equivalent degree from an accredited College or University; MBA preferred
- Minimum of 10 years of previous consulting, business and/or procurement experience
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Strategic Sourcing Lead Value Chain Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop and provide a risk assessment tool
- Challenge working capital terms (TPS Penetration and lead time reduction)
- Drive PO cycle time tracking to assist in Working capital reductions
- Identify & follow conflict mineral reporting
- Drive Fx and commodity trend reporting to identify regional/currency sourcing strategies
- Liaison with GE treasury for Tier 1 business
- Implement and propose a Supplier rationalization program especially for Hydro
- Identify sole source tracking and risk mitigation
- Partner and connect with other GE businesses to identify further opportunities
- Strong Supply Chain experience
- Strong knowledge on Sourcing
- Sourcing/operational background
- Work in a global environment effectively and travel as required
- Proven ability to challenge sourcing teams
- Proven project management skills with ability to handle multiple tasks and deliver results on time and on budget
- Demonstrated leadership skills in a cross-functional environment
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Manager of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Developing and maintaining strong internal and external business relationships with key business partners
- Supporting strategic direction and execution in sourcing chemicals, resins and packaging for Vision Care to ensure optimal mix of cost and cycle time, while continually guaranteeing required levels of quality
- Partnering with Supplier Quality to ensure alignment on supplier management processes
- Providing input to the standard costs each year as part of the business planning process, for the items under his/her control and deliver year-over-year productivity against those standards
- Upgrading supplier skills (ship-to-stock, emerging technologies, etc.)
- Managing supplier capabilities including but not limited to capacity planning, capital and resource investments including inventory management
- Conducting regular business reviews with suppliers as part of the SRM process
- Conducting industry research and market surveys in order to stay current with best in class strategic sourcing practices and customer demands
- Negotiating favorable prices, developing and administering contracts for select strategic suppliers
- Monitoring and benchmark existing supply base within the global marketplace
- Lead functional teams to achieve best in class performance, execute the Vision Care sourcing strategies and align with the Category Management & Advance Sourcing and Innovation teams to achieve and exceed goals
- Deliver a disciplined sourcing approach for reducing total costs of purchased materials
- Maintain a high level of proactive service and supply continuity for the Vision Care business
- Collaborate with Supplier Quality team to ensure suppliers are meeting business quality requirements and other critical commitments are met
- BS Degree in Finance, Business, Engineering, Operations Management or related field
- Minimum 1 year of Category Experience
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
- Understanding of contracting process and experience with drafting complex supply agreements
- Management & leadership: setting direction, influencing, goal alignment, lead & influence others in a matrix organization
- Considerable knowledge in Sourcing procedures, Purchasing Controls, Supplier Selection Process
- Minimum 3 years Chemicals/Packaging category experience
- Financial management & budget development and control
- Prior successful supervisory/people management & leadership of a diverse workforce
- SAP Experience.Procurement
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Strategic Sourcing Agent, Procurement Resume Examples & Samples
- Source potential suppliers, develop and maintain supplier relationships, determine the right supply base and negotiate contracts and business requirements while optimizing the total acquisition cost
- Be responsible for the administration of commercial agreements with our suppliers and the implementation of optimization projects in a product family environment
- Work closely with various Engineering, Operations, Logistics, Finance and Supply Chain departments where developments of these relationships are a key success factor
- Gain a thorough understanding of the market for the product family and have a solid comprehension of suppliers capabilities, their positioning in the market, and their strategies
- Develop product family strategies in line with business requirements and objectives for new and sustaining programs
- Identify, analyze and realize cost optimization opportunities
- Negotiate contracts, commercial agreements and product changes, as well as amend contracts
- Ensure contracts are maintained in accordance to our business requirements
- Plan and analyze business needs and provide recommendations to key internal stakeholders using governance and reporting tools (e.g. Key Performance Indicator KPI)
- You hold a bachelor's degree in Commerce, Administration and/or have extensive experience in strategic sourcing
- You have a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience in supply chain/strategic sourcing
- You have experience in the aerospace industry and/or manufacturing environment (asset)
- You have solid negotiation experience
- You understand legal terminology; ability to draft clauses would be considered (asset)
- You have knowledge and experience in project management, operations and financial management
- You hold an APICS certification (asset)
- You have demonstrated strong communication abilities, are results oriented and a team player
- You are proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project) and experience using SAP (asset)
- You have strong language skills in French and in English, written and spoken
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Strategic Sourcing Agent, IT Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop new sources of supply and establish strategic alliances
- Develop business strategies
- Participate in the development of the commodity by managing projects that would include the preparation of business cases
- Act as single interface with suppliers of new business
- Support Sites and/or Business Units with appropriate sourcing strategies
- Support Business Units in the application of contractual remedies against material breaches
- Lead contract negotiations with IT suppliers, including software licensing, hardware and equipment leasing
- You have a bachelor's degree in business administration or equivalent of 3 to 5 years of relevant experience
- You have experience in team management
- You are detail oriented, focused and committed to meeting deadlines
- You have a high proficiency and are good communicator in French and English (written and spoken)
- You are comfortable with complex technical topics, and have knowledge of legal terminology or interpretation of contracts
- You can work with MS Project, Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook
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Strategic Sourcing Intern Spring Resume Examples & Samples
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Currently be enrolled in an accredited college or university and taking at least one class -OR- be a recent graduate of an accredited college or university within the last six (6) months -OR- be currently participating in the Disney College program, Disney Culinary Program or Disney Professional Internship Program in order to qualify for this internship
- Pursuing a degree in engineering, business administration, supply chain logistics or finance with a minimum 3.0 GPA. (cumulative, no rounding)
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Strategic Sourcing Intern Spring Resume Examples & Samples
- Critical/technical/strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication, leadership and presentation skills
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree or Post Graduate degree at an accredited 4 year college or university pursuing a degree in engineering, business administration, or legal studies, with a minimum 3.0 GPA. (cumulative, no rounding)
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Regional Plant Maintenance Services Strategic Sourcing Lead Resume Examples & Samples
- 50% - Sub-Category Management and Strategy
- Develop & maintain deep expertise in specific subcategories in the Maintenance and Construction Services as part of Plant Services for North America. Position will be responsible for the following OPEX and CAPEX Subcategories Construction and Maintenance Category Lead focusing on Civil, Concrete, Steel Piping/Rail, and Pre Engineering Buildings
- Lead the Sub-Category and development by engaging key stakeholders and bring industry knowledge and best approach to management
- 20% - Analysis and Recommendations
- Utilize metric and analysis to refine sourcing strategies, inform suppliers of performance, and make recommendations to improve sub-category operations
- 30% Sourcing Execution
- Lead cross functional teams to execute against the global PM&S sub-category strategies (e.g., lead negotiations with complex/key suppliers, lead process improvement efforts)
- Identify, organize, develop, and lead the team resources responsible for executing the global sub-category strategies, and coordinate the execution across regions & CAPEX projects
- Have contract, price information up to date ready to be used by Procurement as applicable
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a technical field (engineering and supply chain) or business
- 5+years of plant operations and/or maintenance experience
- Knowledge and experience with Construction and Maintenance Services, Capital Execution
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Strategic Sourcing Leader Resume Examples & Samples
- Lead the commodity procurement to achieve variable cost productivity, cash flow, and controllership goals. Lead the supplier selection, qualification, development, and overall supplier management, including managing the entire contract life cycle from Request for Proposal to supplier exit
- Balance strategy development with the tactical execution necessary to execute cost reduction projects through contract negotiation, process changes, and implementation of sustainable cost controls, including collaboration with Finance to validate the impact of projects and contract negotiations to the general ledger
- Develop technical and market expertise in commodity area·
- Create and enforce business policies to meet business targets and customer needs, including improving procurement processes and optimizing Sourcing resources to enhance the customer experience with Sourcing
- Closely monitor supplier performance to plan and work with the suppliers to manage any required recovery plans / actions
- Coordinate with factories to ensure supply meets any and all demand requirements
- Hold weekly reviews with suppliers
- Conduct Capacity Audits, track any Red Flags that impede supplier performance and control revisions at Suppliers
- Ensure any quality issues have the appropriate focus
- Develop process to look upstream for pending requirements and drive Engineering / Manufacturing / Sales in order to ensure sourcing given adequate cycle to procure material
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in Sourcing, Finance, Manufacturing or Operations)
- At least 3 additional years of experience in Sourcing, Finance, Manufacturing, or Operations
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is preferred (GE employees only)
- Proven quantitative and analytical abilities
- Strong PC and database management skills
- GE program graduate is preferred (GE employees only)
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Strategic Sourcing Internships Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop basic understanding of assigned commodities: current market conditions, key cost drivers, global supply base, and industry terminology, as it relates to creating competitive purchasing programs for ITW companies
- Conduct broad market research to identify world class suppliers for the different commodities to be sourced
- Identify sourcing opportunities to drive savings and cost avoidance via spend analysis, stakeholder interviews, and market trends
- Quantify the benefits of sourcing initiatives including the expected savings and baseline spend
- Influencing key stakeholders on strategy initiatives
- Partner across the organization to improve financial results related to sourcing activities
- Utilize project management skills to create timeline, set milestones, measure progress, and report findings to team
- Work as part of a cross-functional team that includes members from other Corporate ITW teams such as Spend Management and Trade Compliance
- Student (Junior or Senior year in college) pursuing degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Engineering. Minimum GPA 3.0. Recent graduates also considered
- Strong MS Excel skills, including vlookup, hlookup and indexing functions, pivot tables and graphs. Proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
- Strong communication skills and ability to work on cross-functional team
- Resourceful and able to work independently
- Must be detail-oriented and able to cleanse large sets of data (identifying mistakes in address field assignments, etc.)
- Present your accomplishments, lessons learned, and insights in briefings to Strategic Sourcing leaders
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Strategic Sourcing Dir Resume Examples & Samples
- 10-15 years related experience with Bachelors or Basic Degree
- 8-13 years related experience with Masters or other Advanced Degree
- 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in functional area or related field
- 3+ years direct people management experience
- Knowledge/experience in Sourcing and/or Supplier Management
- Knowledge/experience in Operations, R&D or related fields
- Regulated industry direct experience (Medical, Aerospace, Automotive)
- Global travel is a requirement for success of this position (50-75% possible)
- Able to assess sourcing priority to business priorities and make effective decision on go forward
- Comprehensive, global knowledge and awareness of the medical device market, and future technology trends that impact the value stream strategies
- Broad-based experience to support new product development, manufacturing, distribution and product rationalization
- Product lifecycle management – concepts, processes, challenges from Technology to sunset of products
- Business knowledge of various sourcing functions and the ability to lead individuals in a variety of disciplines
- Ability to work effectively in a matrix environment
- Excellent strategic planning and project management skills
- Experience with project and cost center budgets
- Virtual and matrix management
- Global experience
- Management of a cross-functional and cross-geography team
- Technical knowledge of Medtronic Leads and Delivery Systems products
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Senior Buyer Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing operations, business administration, operations management, or purchasing
- Basic knowledge of Biological/Chemical terms and processes, good clinical practices and protocols, and supporting regulatory compliance is preferred
- Leads purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering departments to identify alternative suppliers
- Ability to take initiative and work independently towards a defined goal. Attention to detail a must
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Manager, FF&E Strategic Sourcing Rooms Resume Examples & Samples
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience in Purchasing and/or Strategic Sourcing roles
- A minimum of two (2) years of management experience
- Strong contract interpretation and negotiation skills (legal and business terms and conditions)
- Experience in identifying and developing global sources of supply, including, but not limited to distribution networks, global manufacturers, and in-country sourcing
- Experience creating and delivery presentations for senior executives
- A minimum of seven (7) years of Indirect Purchasing and/or Strategic Sourcing experience
- Understanding and exposure to ERP, eProcurement, or related systems and software
- Budget development and management experience, including tracking expenses against commitments, setting priorities for funding, and developing annual budgets
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Senior Buyer, Strategic Sourcing Ingredients Resume Examples & Samples
- Execute Ingredients strategies to deliver the needs of business
- Business Administration/Engineering
- Fluent in Spanish
- Excel knowledge
- 6 -10 Years Procurement Experience
- Experience participating and eventually coordinating projects
- Experience in different types of industries
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Regional Strategic Sourcing Leader for Customs Brokerage & PL Categories Resume Examples & Samples
- Strategic Sourcing of Customs Brokerage and 4PL Services Categories
- Categories Contracts management
- Lead Implementation process for sourcing events
- Suppliers Management under Supplier Relationship Management J&J Model
- Interphase with Worldwide Transportation Team as LATAM Leader of Sourced Categories
- Support business decisions / projects related to sourced categories
- Identify, develop & implement Cost Improvement Projects for transportation categories under responsibility
- Strategic interphase with Inbound Operations Teams to capture business requirements related to services under responsibility.)
- Bachelor Degree / Postgraduate studies are desirable
- 2 years of experience on similar positions
- Procurement activities of Intl Logistic Services or ther Supply Chain Areas. Knowledge in International Trade Operation & Projects Management. Process & cost improvement projects Leadership
- Strong leadership & negotiation skills, Supplier management experience, Desirable Project Management Experience, Communication & prioritization skills
- Fluency in English & Portuguese
- Porcentaje de Viajes: 20%
- Requerimientos de auto o Registro de Conducir vigente, en los casos que aplique
- Location: Key Country Latam: Mexico, Colombia, Brazil
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Strategic Sourcing Supervisor Resume Examples & Samples
- Knowledge of the organization's industry group, trends, directions, major issues, regulatory considerations, and trendsetters; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations
- Knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques and ability to understand, monitor, update, or enhance existing business or work processes
- Knowledge of successful negotiation concepts and techniques; ability to negotiate successfully across the organization and with external vendors and clients in a constructive and collaborative manner
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Senior Dir, Ta Strategy / Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Represent Talent Acquisition to HR and business leaders across all Nike Inc. businesses and territories
- Continually allocate resources and align team to pipeline, business or strategy
- Manage the matrix by negotiating with and influencing multiple Global and Regional business leaders & HRBPs
- Demonstrate professional credibility with team and business by providing key insights, market intelligence & a successful track record in managing end to end recruitment processes
- Demonstrate high Emotional Intelligence, confidentiality and a consultative approach to your work
- Play influential and active role within Global Leadership Team; being that voice and presence of Sourcing & Strategy
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Strategic Sourcing Leader Resume Examples & Samples
- Work with the Global Sub Commodity Leaders to develop the regional sub-commodity strategy to achieve variable cost productivity, cash flow, and controllership goals
- Strategy should include market trends, external benchmarking, spend analysis, supplier rationalization and development, supplier risk, performance and compliance monitoring, and ongoing supplier management and governance
- Lead the regional supplier selection, qualification, development, and overall supplier management, including drafting, managing and terminating contracts
- Execute cost reduction projects through contract negotiation, process changes, and implementation of sustainable cost controls, including collaboration with Finance to validate the impact of projects and contract negotiations to the general ledger
- Continue to develop and leverage technical and market expertise in regional sub commodity area
- Identify and assess supplier capabilities; measure and manage supplier performance
- Collaborate and influence stakeholders and peers to develop and drive Sub-Commodity strategy
- Work cross-functionally with forecasting, Order Management, quality and engineering to ensure deliveries at cost, on time and in quality
- Live GE Beliefs while ensuring that purchases meet Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and all other regulatory/compliance requirements
- Coordinate tender queries or tender clarification questions related to supplier base,
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited College or University
- Minimum of 5 to 10 years' experience in Sourcing, working for an Industrial or Power Generation Companies
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is preferred’
- Change agent with ability to influence at all levels
- Highly motivated and team oriented
- Ability to effectively influence, establish and manage relationship across functional teams
- Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning systems (Oracle, SAP), Microsoft office including Word, Excel, Power Point and Tableau
- Ability to develop strategic plans and drive execution with team
- Technical (manufacturing/engineering) background is an advantage
- Six Sigma GB certified or equivalent quality training or certification as benefit
- Strong negotiation skills and experience in contract Development
- Ability to organize, assess, prioritize tasks, risks, resources, milestones and deliverables
- Very good communication skills; written and verbal English language skills
- Able to co-locate in assigned location to effectively collaborate and build relationship with the team and constituents
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VP Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Assess sourcing needs and lead planning efforts
- Develop annual supply expense cost reduction programs and reprogram BSWH budgets to reflect strategic sourcing impact
- Monitor savings and define budget impact
- Deliver year over year non-labor cost savings
- Set policies and standards
- Lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives to reduce total cost of ownership
- Oversight of the procurement function
- Strong organization building skills, including talent attraction and establishing links across BSWH’s divisions and functions
- Outstanding cross-functional leadership skills
- World class supplier relationship skills
- Strategic ability to develop high-impact sourcing strategies
- Analytic ability to understand and define most critical issues (total cost of ownership, make vs. lease vs. buy, NPV, ROI)
- Strong negotiating skills based on a thorough understanding of sales/marketing practices
- Sourcing experience with demonstrated success in, annual total cost of ownership reduction, change management leadership and/or strategic planning and leadership
- M.S
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Strategic Sourcing Procurement Services Analyst Resume Examples & Samples
- 1-3 years of related proven work experience in a data-intensive setting
- Ability to work in a professional services environment
- Excellent knowledge of data analysis and its relevance to business decisions
- Experience coordinating analysis and reporting requests across a number of stakeholders
- Ability to organize and process large amounts of data from multiple sources
- Must have demonstrated critical thinking and value-based decision making ability
- Proven track record of data-supported decision making
- Familiarity with Procurement concepts and processes
- Bachelor Degree in Business, Finance, Industrial Engineering and/or Procurement and/or Supply Chain or equivalent business experience; advanced degree desirable
- Deep understanding of both financial and statistical analysis/reporting
- Ability to use and understand Procurement systems, BI Tools, SharePoint and enabling tools
- Advanced level skill in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- 2-3 years of related proven work experience in strategic sourcing, contract management and financial analysis
- Experience communicating internally and externally with key stakeholders, via both verbal and written communication, in order to build relationships and convey key business issues in a clear and succinct manner
- Strong acumen of analytics, reporting, contracting and metrics
- Expert knowledge of supplier evaluation and contract design and legal elements
- Flexible to complete work during and beyond normal office hours as required by the job
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Director of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Negotiate key business terms and influence internal and external business partners to achieve departmental goals for food and beverage categories
- Facilitate vendor selection through RFI’s, RFP’s, etc. to assist with the strategic direction of food and beverage especially as it relates to the Wyndham Hotel Group (WHG) managed hotel portfolio and Wyndham Vacation Ownership (WVO)
- Assist in formulation of GPO strategy and relationships to deliver value to Wyndham, the business units and, ultimately, at the property levels
- Manage vendor agreements through the legal process to execution(conception through completion) and assist with implementation efforts within the business units
- Work proactively with strategic vendors to discover and generate additional sources of revenue through new programs or expansion of existing programs and provide analysis and analytical support to endorse their recommendation
- Build and maintain relationships with sourcing team members, business units, suppliers and franchisees in an effort to strengthen the programs of Strategic Sourcing and ensure maximum utilization by customers in accordance with the Strategic Sourcing Policy
- Assist with development and management of F&B programs: i.e. program roll-outs, WHG Global Conference (sponsorship collections), regional meetings, solicitation for donations (Wyndham Championship, picnic, holiday party) and various other events throughout the year
- Work closely with marketing in an effort to increase customer penetration and revenue for approved suppliers
- Collect and review quarterly reporting from assigned suppliers and conduct meetings with suppliers on a monthly/quarterly basis
- Work directly with WVO and WHG F&B contact to support and build comprehensive programs (franchised and owned/managed) that leverages the spend and supplier relationships within Wyndham Worldwide
- BA or MS preferred
- Minimum 5-7 years contract negotiation experience
- Hospitality/Food & Beverage industry experience
- Commodities and food category specific knowledge
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and multi-task
- Possesses good written and oral communication skills,
- Strong PC Skills (Excel, database management, eProcurement tools)
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Senior Buyer, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Create, maintain, and monitor the finished faucets category, which includes a global sourcing strategy
- Maintain the relationship for suppliers in identified areas of spend, including performance reviews and required supplier development
- Manage and lead multi-location/global projects with expanded domestic awareness of culture, currency, geography, and political and international exposure
- Set spend level strategies for business unit
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations, business, or engineering
- Minimum of 5 years professional experience and two years purchasing experience
- SAP experience is a plus
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Manager of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Drive sourcing events (RFPs, supplier communications, etc.) in a manner that complies with the processes established by the Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Team
- Preparing and executing negotiations following the Essex standard strategic sourcing methodology
- Tracking cost savings, spend compliance, demand management, and pricing variances
- Develop sourcing forecasts and provide input on budgets
- Oversees critical supplier relationship management and contract management processes to ensure terms are met and termination dates are monitored
- Updates project/savings tracker and aligns with internal team to populate
- Conducts vendor negotiations, reviews contracts, and works with Legal on contract management and review process
- Looks for opportunities to consolidate vendors, drive efficiencies, add financial value, and partner with colleagues to set procurement standards to reduce the total cost of ownership for products and services
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university (preferably in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Management)
- Minimum 3-4 yrs experience in project management, procurement, real estate operations, or consulting
- Preferred experience with REITs or exposure to property management
- Preferred experience with Strategic Sourcing across multiple product and service categories
- Proven ability to work across an enterprise and service internal clients
- Strong analytical skills and technical knowledge
- Strong interpersonal, client facing and team management skills
- Able to work in a professional, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
- Takes enjoyment in helping to build/structure an internal department
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Highly flexible and adaptable
- Technical aptitude
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Strategic Sourcing Senior Specialist Resume Examples & Samples
- An understanding of the Supply Chain Management processes and lifecycle in dealing with third parties/suppliers
- Collect data and establish the current state process performance and capability
- Evaluating process opportunities to understand key decision points, data flow, and process expectations that will drive technology investments, reengineering opportunities, and process optimization
- Identify, evaluate, and capitalize on opportunities to catalog, manage and secure data across the numerous external entities Cigna partners with every day
- Work closely with the SCM leadership to provide insights into the data management project
- Support the rollout of the Enterprise External Entity Data Project, and the critical automation work (e.g. testing, end user training, education and change management activities, supplier on boarding etc.) tied to this program
- Ongoing management of new processes and tools coming out of the Enterprise External Entity Data Project
- Participate in the review and approve any identified integration, process readiness and regression testing
- Manage and measure process performance against KPIs and key SCM goals tied to this program
- Present and speak to large groups or in training environments about this program and the strategic work of the Supply Chain Management Roadmap
- Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience desired. Ideal candidate to have bachelors or proven experience in Information Technology, Process Engineering
- 5years of relevant work experience strongly preferred
- Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification desired
- Experience with technology implementations and operations
- Operational leadership experience, preferably in a Procurement or Health Services setting
- Experience leading large scale change initiatives
- Technologically savvy with an ability to think outside the box for new/unique solutions
- Demonstrate skill in executive presentation, negotiation, and collaboration. Competency skills most important for success in this role: Process Engineering, Total Works Systems, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Savvy, and Perspective
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Information Technolgy Services & Software Strategic Sourcing Senior Specialist Resume Examples & Samples
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers
- Review, revise and or edit contracts, service level agreements, master agreements, orders and statements of work to optimize value and mitigate risk to Cigna
- Provide analysis and support of business decision making
- Drive internal and external adherence to Cigna’s sourcing policies and processes
- BA / BS in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement/Sourcing, IT, or related field strongly preferred
- Excellent negotiation and listening skills
- Strong customer focus experience in dealing with internal customers
- Efficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint )
- Demonstrated experience in drafting, revising and reviewing contracts, Work Orders, Service Level Agreements, Change Requests and Statements of Work
- Excellent project management and multi-tasking skills
- Strong communication, facilitation and leadership skills with a proven ability to lead, influence and motivate others
- Strong time management skills; highly organized and detailed oriented
- Knowledge of Finance, IT operations and Sourcing
- Strong leadership skills; inspires confidence and respect with associates and suppliers
- Strong decision making/problem solving skills; can identify issues, recommend and implement solutions
- Strong organizational, consultative and collaboration skills - builds relationships and is able to effectively influence both internal and external business partners
- Demonstrates negotiation and supplier management skills with proven success
- Domain Expertise in listed categories
- Experience with eSourcing applications such as Emptoris or Ariba
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Senior Strategic Sourcing / Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop and execute negotiation strategies to secure cost advantage in the market
- Optimize global sourcing procedures to attain maximum efficiency
- Handles special projects as assigned
- Experience in the Chemical Sourcing
- Strong negotiation and contract skills and strong alliance management skills
- Excellent ability to communicate with internal customers and suppliers
- Thorough knowledge of Master Supply Agreement (MSA) content and structure, Including, but not limited to, legal terms and conditions, transportation INCO terms, payment terms, SOX compliance, and, import and export
- Plant experience helpful
- Six Sigma Certification preferred
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IT Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Analyst Resume Examples & Samples
- Assist with drafting, negotiating and managing IT contractual documentation (SOW, WO, MSA, NDA, Amendments)
- Ensure appropriate contract documents, scope, provisions, pricing and protections are in place for SOWs and WOs
- 2 - 4 years relevant IT Procurement experience is required
- Experience of IT environment and current IT trends
- Knowledge of vendor workforce rate cards in IT environment
- Ability to manage own time and meet deadlines
- Effective interpersonal communication skills
- Proficient written and oral communication skills
- Compelling influencing and persuasion skills
- Demonstrated project management skills
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Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Analyst Resume Examples & Samples
- Research and analyze spend and market data in supporting the assigned sub categories
- Develop and deliver sub-category strategies within the overall category program while ensuring customer service, savings and efficiencies are achieved effectively
- Support internal customers with SS&P operational questions
- Assist in the management of the sourcing process including requirements definition, RFx development and execution, scorecard, analysis, risk management
- Assist with drafting, negotiating and managing contractual documentation (MSA, NDA, Amendments, SOW, WO)
- 3 - 5 years relevant experience
- Adept problem solving and analytical skills
- Strong desire and capacity to learn
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IT Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Customer Relationship Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned IT leadership with accountability for delivery of services and appropriate communication
- Strategy: lead IT strategic sourcing & supply base strategy development and subsequent execution for assigned IT category portfolio
- Execution: manage IT sourcing process including requirements definition. RFx development and execution, scorecard, analysis, risk management
- Legal: responsible for drafting, negotiating and managing contractual documentation (MSA. NDA, Amendments, SoW, WO)
- Leadership: supervise assigned staff including oversight of talent acquisition, performance management and talent development
- Experience in IT environment required
- Proficiency with IT systems (including, but not limited to: Ariba, contract management systems, e-signature tool, email client, Office suite)
- Excellent interpersonal communication and people management skills
- Exceptional contract negotiation skills
- Self-starter, able to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment
- Results orientated
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Senior Analyst Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- BA/BS preferably with an analytical focus (e.g. Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain)
- Minimum of 5 years post-college experience. Experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Consulting or Retail is a plus
- Needs to be able to build effective working relationships within Ross
- Must be able to listen, understand, and communicate with employees at all levels of the company
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Strategic Sourcing Manager, Silicon Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop commodity supplier sourcing strategy ensuring the supplier is capable of meeting Oculus’ current and future technical and business requirements
- Be an expert in commodity cost and supply
- 5 plus years work experience in Procurement or related disciplines specific to electrical including strategic silicon and board electrical sourcing
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Associate, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Active support of SAP P2P (ERP/SRM) work-streams
- Compile information for master data changes
- Facilitate MDM work-flows
- Perform quality and bid limit checks on requisitions
- Create POs
- Compile data; prepare reports to support Sourcing Key Performance Indicators
- Top-down savings reports
- PPV reports
- Purchase Orders, Purchase/Meeting cards spend reports
- Other reports, as needed
- Administrative support of Sourcing contracts
- Populate CDA and contract templates
- Facilitate internal/external CDA, contract work-flows
- Maintain contracts in CorA
- Administrative support of supplier management
- Compile, distribute minutes of matrix team meetings
- Track supplier selection activities
- Compile metrics to support supplier evaluations
- Facilitate, support supplier business review meetings
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Senior Manager, Global Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop and execute against global category management plans by using data analytics, market research and by working with internal stakeholders
- Provide strategic sourcing guidance to internal teams to identify services required and lead the development of supplier selection timelines. As well as conduct requirements analysis to fully understand business requirements and needs
- Analyze spending trends, current agreements and alignment with business operations
- Perform industry/market bench-marking to identify trends, best practices, and specific market characteristics
- Organize and lead cross-functional sourcing teams, including preparing advanced sourcing strategies and plans, requests for proposals (RFPs) and performing detailed analysis of proposals and supplier capabilities
- Collaborate with the GxP Compliance department and others as needed to ensure vendor performance status is incorporated into supplier selection decisions
- Help negotiate contracts with new suppliers and/or renegotiate existing contracts in coordination with stakeholders and BioMarin Legal
- Develop spend and/or demand management strategies for identified categories of services spend in collaboration with stakeholders
- Establish and manage strategic business relationships, internally and externally to ensure business goals are aligned
- Master understanding of BioMarin’s suite of source-to-pay tools such as Oracle ERP and Ariba contract management system. Provide process improvement recommendations based on end user feedback and professional experience
- Leverage spend analytics tools such as OBIEE and Deem to gain insight in to the business and develop strategic category management initiatives
- Develop/improve general strategic sourcing / procurement tools, processes and policies
- Create and implement relationship management programs for key suppliers in order to maintain acceptable performance levels and look for opportunities to innovate and improve processes
- Other responsibilities as assigned
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Strategic Sourcing Commodity Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Qualifications & Skills
- Related four-year degree is required, graduate degree preferred, with 5-10 years of closely related experience in purchasing, business, economics, engineering, or appropriate technical field
- ISM, APICS certification a plus
- Skilled negotiator with fluency in contracts, and pricing issues (MOU, LTA, SA)
- Excellent written, and oral communication skills
- Superior analytical, and detailed data analysis skills
- Team player that is self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision
- Flexible, adaptable, and able to navigate changes quickly
- Ability to handle stressful situations professionally
- Ability to effectively manage multiple assignments concurrently with changing priorities
- Willing to travel as required
- Proficient software skills including: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
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Senior Manager of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Vendor negotiation and selection
- Management and oversight of vendor contracts
- Responsible for the development and execution of a robust contract and vendor management program, which will include responsibility for the development, documentation, implementation and maintenance of contracts, vendor management processes, standards, and metrics tracking in a highly fluid environment
- Manages diverse and/or specialized disciplines or functions which have operational and/or financial impact on the Company
- Functionally focused. Balances mix of day-today operations and policy with strategic planning
- Manages significant financial and employee resources, with heavy organizational influence
- Develops medium- to long-term business plans and objectives for the organization, and contributes to the development of departmental business plans and corporate objectives
- Accountable for continuously evolving the sourcing strategies to align with business strategies to ensure the best possible performance and outcomes
- The role is accountable for all activities associated with effectively building and maintaining external third party partner/vendor/outsourcing relationships
- Monthly contact with executive management. Provides information and persuades in setting strategic direction
- Weekly contact with inter- and intradepartmental managers and supervisors
- Manages the evaluation, development, and implementation of multiple projects or a single major project that have major financial or operational impact to the business unit or Company
- Acts as a key consultant to senior management
- Typically manages high-level organization(s) with individuals reporting to them that yield a lot of influence on the organization
- Will have significant resources and significant latitude in managing a budget
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree
- Leadership, strong interpersonal skills, strong functional awareness and expertise, strong analytical and/or project management experience
- Experience with people management, performance management, managing salary planning and performance reviews
- Experience developing, managing and measuring strategies, projects and initiatives
- Experience maintaining project oversight, and assessing operational, business and technical deficiencies
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Manager of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Lead a team with various skills and experiences
- Remain current with new technologies and market trends through relationships with strategic suppliers and market experts
- Develop and support strategies that drive cost reduction, enterprise consistency, and business value
- Provide input and comply with Northrop Grumman internal policies, procedures, guidelines, and strategic direction
- Partner with various internal organizations (Business Development, Law Department, IT Solutions, Mission Assurance / Quality, Human Resources, Information Security and Business Management) to identify and meet mutual business goals and demand requirements
- Support the corporation’s global supplier diversity program
- Establish/Negotiate long term, cost competitive global and strategic supplier agreements (NDAs, teaming agreements, Enterprise Agreements and subcontracts)
- Collaborate/partner with all Northrop Grumman sectors
- Provide managerial assistance in the areas of staff development, goal setting, prioritizing, performance assessments and corrective actions, training development and mentoring
- Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of supply chain experience; 8 years of supply chain experience with a master's degree
- A proven ability to work well under pressure in a dynamic, fast paced environment, balancing multiple tasks, changing requirements/priorities, and short deadlines
- Excellent analytical problem solving and decision making skills
- Expertise and negotiation skills relative to Northrop Grumman terms and conditions
- An executive presence and previous experience working in a matrixed environment
- Excellent communication skills (influential and highly collaborative)
- IT software experience
- Experience in supplier development/management
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Strategic Sourcing Officer Resume Examples & Samples
- B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Engineering or equivalent relevant degree with additional business or advanced procurement certification or experience
- Significant purchasing experience, preferably in a large complex matrix organization and involving site installation
- Demonstrates good hands-on experience in Negotiation, Contract review and implantation, RFQ and RFI processes
- Demonstrates a high degree of initiative, and resourcefulness in solving problems as identified
- Stays current with the technology of the discipline
- Good presentation skills. Excellent command of English, both written and oral, is essential for the role
- Ability to prioritize and work in a fast paced environment
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Strategic Sourcing Manager Asia-indirect Procurement Resume Examples & Samples
- Oversight and leadership working with global team peers and regional site procurement teams
- Working with Global Procurement Director and other regional managers on global and regional projects
- Internal customer support and issues resolution from a procurement perspective
- Management and advocacy of procurement processes
- Communication and utilization of strategic procurement policies, procedures, guidelines and tools
- Management and utilization of contracts management, negotiation and market intelligence skills
- Utilization of spend and price analytics skills
- Regional and department initiatives leadership and support
- Vendor performance and issues resolution management
- Company and department spend, budgeting and cost reduction support
- Cross functional team leadership opportunities
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Procurement Strategic Sourcing Co-op Resume Examples & Samples
- Facilitate strategic sourcing events, namely RFXs and/or Auctions using the deployed e-Sourcing tool
- Utilize online databases such as DNB and One Source to generate supplier portfolios
- Support the execution of the 7-step Strategic Sourcing process including category deep-dives, category strategy development, and sourcing approach identification
- Support Supply Market, Supplier Relationship and Supplier-View Segmentation
- Support the implementation of surveys/scorecards for key suppliers
- Support Global Spend Analytics
- Consistently and actively seek feedback from and deliver feedback to manager and peers, and drive continuous progress on self- development
- Coordinate with buyers, suppliers and extended cross-functional teams on sourcing requirements, establishing spend baseline,
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VP, Global Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Global responsibility for all direct sourcing (Advanced & Project Sourcing, Customer Service & Professional Solutions Sourcing, and Commodity Management)
- Global responsibility for all indirect sourcing (MRO, Marketing, IT, Facilities, HR, Finance, Logistics, R&D, and other)
- Leads companywide Direct and Indirect Sourcing. Focus areas include spend analysis, terms and conditions, contracts, industry trends and best practices, category strategies, and cost reduction strategies
- Oversees and manages all company contract negotiations
- Develops annual strategies to drive savings, performance improvement, and compliance improvement
- Responsible for supplier selection & reviews for global supply base
- Develops/maintains strong external relationships to anticipate industry trends and best practices
- Provides leadership and guidance to Sourcing Category Managers. Ensures category expertise, develops and implements key strategies to reduce cost, improve performance and compliance. Performs and publishes spend trend and compliance analysis
- Builds strong partnerships with key internal functional stakeholders to drive strategy alignment
- Drives programs to continuously increase contract coverage and preferred supplier utilization
- Establish and maintain executive level relationship with our strategic supply chain partners
- Manage resolution of all issues between suppliers and internal customers
- Manage cost reduction opportunities through benchmarking, process/technology improvements, supplier negotiations and supplier partnerships
- Manage to business review metrics, cost/delivery improvements plans, PMV, PPV and contract dispute resolution processes
- Direct business reviews with strategic suppliers, representing Grass Valley Senior Management in these reviews
- Develop the commodity strategy associated with Strategic components and future technologies
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Manager Indirect Purchasing Strategic Sourcing Transportation Logistics Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop strong relationships with your key stakeholders, be recognized as a valued partner and influence business decisions
- Excellent communication skills are essential as you will be responsible for building relationships and influencing your business partners and suppliers
- Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related discipline; MBA or other advanced degree preferred
- 5+ years’ experience in sourcing is preferred
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Manager of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Identify and qualify suppliers including diversity businesses for goods and services
- Execute Make versus Buy decisions and strategies for manufacturing plants
- Ensure goal/project alignment with all customers
- Implement cost analysis and modeling for purchases
- 5-7 years relevant work experience in a strategic sourcing position or work experience in a highly regulated Medical Device or Pharma industry in the area of Quality, Procurement and Safety
- Ability to influence/collaborate
- Business fluent in german and englisch
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Global Strategic Sourcing Director Resume Examples & Samples
- Requires Global experience and will matrix with peer groups in EMEA, APAC and LATAM
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university. Minimum of six years of related experience and/or training. C.P.M., C.P.S.M. or N.A.C.M. certifications or eligibility required
- Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret the most complex business documents
- Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive issues
- Ability to write reports, manuals, speeches and articles using distinctive style
- Ability to motivate and negotiate effectively with key employees, top management, and client groups to take desired action. Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles
- Ability to calculate complex figures. Ability to forecast and prepare budgets
- Conducts financial/business analysis including the preparation of reports
- Ability to solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations
- Requires expert level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix-based multi-industry sales environment. Draws upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the company. Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with e-procurement and contracts management technology platforms. Experience with standard accounting and/or ERP systems. Decisions made with in-depth understanding and interpretation of procedures, company policies and business practices to achieve general results. Responsible for setting department deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause long-term impact to co-workers, supervisor, department and/or line of business
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Global Strategic Sourcing Leader Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in life sciences or related field
- At least 7 years experience in clinical research with a CRO, pharmaceutical company or equivalent
- At least 3 years functional line management experience in a multi-cultural sourcing environment inclusive of mentorship and training experience
- At least 5 years experience in clinical outsourcing, strategic sourcing, contractor management and ESP management. Additional experience in implementation and management of multi-service FSPs, Business Process Outsourcing (BPOs) and enterprise solutions
- At least 2 years global alliance management experience, consisting of development and leadership of global resourcing strategy management platforms inclusive of FSP, flexible resources, BPOs etc, providing governance, performance and category management expertise
- Advanced understanding of the clinical development process, provider selection, cost drivers, innovative resourcing and costing models
- Advanced experience in negotiation and implementation of Master Services Agreements inclusive of enterprise solutions, discount and incentive models
- Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, decision making and collaborative skills, ability to successfully interact with senior management and drive business decisions and strategy across functional areas
- Advanced knowledge of principles of corporate governance, sourcing business and compliance practices, processes and requirements
- Strong negotiation, facilitation and project management experience
- Conflict management experience with ability to effect efficient and sustained issue resolution with internal and external customers
- Excellent presentation, organizational, written and verbal communication skills
- Fluent in written and spoken English
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Strategic Sourcing Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Materials, Business or a related field is required
- At least 10 years of directly related experience of which at least 7 years in castings strategic sourcing in support of a multinational company with multiple manufacturing locations and global suppliers in low cost regions
- Direct involvement in low cost region sourcing experience (China required; India and Mexico preferred) particularly in industrial products similar to fluid handling equipment or similar in complexity, size, annual demand
- At least 3 years of proven success in negotiating with suppliers directly for large dollar expenditures and constructing such a negotiation in a formal contract
- Demonstrated results in attaining year-over-year price reduction or cost savings in the business area supported
- Strong project management and matrix organization collaboration skills. Must be comfortable with and demonstrated success in leading projects in a matrix organization within a decentralized geographic organization
- Excellent excel, PowerPoint skills and ability to analyze data and present a concise and strategically strong path forward based on the current state and gap to a future state
- Fluency in English required
- Available for a minimum of 25% travel, internationally including China, India, Mexico on occasion
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Category Analyst, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Perform market and price analysis, identify industry trends to support effective decision analysis in the sourcing process
- Develop and track global supply chain metrics including areas of spend analytics, requisition-to-payment process, operational efficiencies, supplier performance, and project contribution impact
- Provide input and data analysis to the Category Managers to aid in strategy development
- Develop efficient tracking tools and comprehensive spend reports for senior management
- Coordinate with regional business partners to develop forecast to be utilized in MRP process
- Execute sourcing initiatives that support the departments overall objectives
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VP, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Development of organizational procurement strategy
- Management of sustainable programs with suppliers
- Identification and realization of cost-saving and cost-reduction opportunities
- Creation and management of short, mid, and long term goals and objectives
- Creation and improvement of best-practice based processes (e.g., leadership of high-value/strategic sourcing efforts)
- Selection and management of procurement systems
- Creating a talent management process in coordination with HR to ensure that the right resources are in place
- Leadership of cross-functional teaming across other business functions and initiatives
- Budget management for categories under management – and for procurement itself
- Development of benchmarks and scorecards to be used for continuous improvement
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in Business, Supply Chain, or other similar area (or MBA)
- Organizational agility and strong communication and leadership skills including ability to shepherd projects through the organization, across the supply chain
- Must have experience in floral, food, perishables, or grocery or related consumer goods and/or a proven track record of delivering large savings and other value to large swaths of spend
- Very strong analytical and quantitative skills and the ability to use data to influence critical business decisions and priorities
- Fluency in English and Spanish highly desired
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Strategic Sourcing Leader Resume Examples & Samples
- Collaborate with internal business partners to identify requirements and develop strategies for key categories and critical suppliers
- Lead the 6-step Strategic Sourcing Process for assigned categories which includes analyze spend, define requirements, develop a strategy, author RFx's, negotiate contracts, award and implement contracts
- Support Supplier Lifecycle Management activities including; supplier discovery, supplier risk management, supplier performance management, supplier contract management, supply chain sustainability & social responsibility, supplier development (including diverse supplier development)
- Assist in the streamlining tasks and building technological efficiencies in an effort to improve processes while maintaining a high quality work product
- Drive the financial and risk conversations with your internal business partners from a sourcing perspective to ensure compliance to sourcing policy and achieve financial efficiencies
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Specialist, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Familiar with office software, ERP (SAP preferred) etc
- Good command of reading, spoken and written English , capable to round meetings/conference call both with internal team and external suppliers in English
- High ethical standards and professionalism is required
- Frequent travelling required
- OT may require for conference call with oversea team (Europe)
- Sourcing and develops new suppliers/CMs for new projects/new business needs
- RFQ with CMs for finish products, cost analysis on BOM level with supporting from different category buyers, ensure that all procurements are based on competitive bids as submitted by qualified suppliers
- Projects coordination from supply chain team for new products transfer to CMs, cross function communication with Europe engineering, operation, PLM …
- CMs overall performance management with different function team supporting
- Lead vendor selection and qualification process with qualification team when supplier selection procedure applied for direct material purchasing, to ensure all required vendors’ general information and NDA in place
- Procure complex direct materials, ensure all necessary purchasing data well maintained in SAP database for order process and that all payment, delivery issues, etc. are resolved
- Purchasing contract initial, negotiation and management
- Achieve cost savings/reductions through supply base optimization & negotiation
- Work with global category manager for category strategies and implement in local region as well as global projects supporting
- BU strategy alignment, ensure supply base strategy is line with BU expectation
- Maintain positive working relationship with supplier base, ensure that the Supplier Performance meets business expectation
- Supply risk management, analyze and assess any potential risk in the supply base, seek for solution for risk mitigation and avoidance
- I nterface with Business Units (engineering, manufacturing, quality, planning) to identify business/projects needs and team works to meet those needs
- Comply with internal and external audits , and provide necessary information during auditing
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Strategic Sourcing Senior Specialist Resume Examples & Samples
- Drives strategy on inventory/cataloging external party that Cigna currently does business with
- Provide guidance on building out repeatable patterns of cataloging external data inventory/profiling for the entire corporation
- Responsible for defining Features, user stories and prioritizing the team backlog
- Program Management experience at a global level. Understanding how to define and deliver multiple enterprise level initiatives balancing multiple strategies and large scale changes
- A strong understanding of the Supply Chain Management processes and lifecycle in dealing with third parties/suppliers
- Data taxonomy and information collection methodologies to reverse engineer current state process and move to new processes that are engineered to connect third party process with Client and IT processes to manage the flow of information across platforms, exchange methods and customers in such a way as to introduce enterprise controls around our most critical data at Cigna
- Work closely with the SCM leadership and enterprise ELT to provide insights into the data management process and protocols
- Managing change across a broader enterprise level that will redefine how and if we share data in all Cigna systems when an external entity is involved
- Bachelor degree strongly preferred in Information Technology or Information Management
- Supply Chain Management experience working through the lifecycle of a supplier preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience required
- Agile certification preferred or proven experience ( 2+ years) agile methodology & delivery using Rally and building Epics, User Stories, Sprints, Children, Backlog
- Experience working Big Data and data warehousing
- Experience with metadata mapping and data taxonomies at a global/enterprise scale
- Experience with large scale enterprise technology implementations and operations across multiple organizations and large international companies
- Operational leadership experience, preferably in an IT Procurement or Health Services setting
- Experience leading large scale enterprise change initiatives
- Technologically savvy with an ability to think outside the box for new/unique solutions. Experience designing enterprise solutions that span corporations, products and organizational strategies
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Senior Analyst Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Executes strategic sourcing projects (using standard sourcing methodologies) for a variety of goods and complex services
- Proactively monitors market trends that impact spend category and adapts strategies to mitigate risk
- Analyzes historical spend to assist in the development of supply management and channel strategies
- Develops category objectives and operational requirements with strong consideration for market conditions and opportunities
- Performs analysis of category spend to assist in the development of sourcing strategies for the assigned category
- Partners with business units and legal team in the negotiation of contracts and agreements
- Identifies sourcing opportunities to obtain optimal value for JetBlue and respective business units by estimating cost savings benefits and evaluating strategic sourcing performance metrics (KPIs)
- Ensures compliance with operational requirements, internal controls and regulations
- Partners with business units in developing budgets for external spend to identify risks and opportunities
- Partners with FP&A on reviewing category spend to ensure budget compliance
- Proactively monitors and interprets market intelligence trends that impact category group and adapts strategies to mitigate risks
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, or related field
- Three (3) of strategic sourcing or equivalent experience
- Proficiency in procurement and strategic sourcing processes
- Proficiency with MS Office suite (minimum Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word)
- Financial, quantitative and analytical skills
- Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills; track record of capturing value and savings
- Strong project and relationship management skills, including stakeholder and timeline management and meeting facilitation
- Demonstrated ability to present information clearly and effectively to company senior leadership
- Relevant experience managing supplier relationships
- Relevant experience supporting sourcing efforts for a marketing, advertising, or product development organization
- Relevant experience supporting sourcing aviation-specific products/services (such as aircraft interiors, catering, or product distribution)
- Demonstrated ability to draft, interpret and communicate complex contractual documents such as Statements of Work (SOW) and Master Service Agreements (MSA)
- Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet modeling and database administration
- Experience with e-Procurement platforms & tools, in particular Ariba
- Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short-notice
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Director of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Accountable for delivering cost savings as part of HSM savings target across multiple spend categories
- Conduct detailed supply market research and analysis to continuously upgrade supply chain
- Develop new programs and/or renegotiate existing programs and distribution channels with supplier and/or manufacturers
- Finding the suppliers for goods and services need to be purchased
- The Strategic Sourcing is responsible for the sourcing and establishment of all brand standard item supply programs, multi-regional and large volume, high spend category programs, and supplier brand relationships
- Be responsible for negotiating with stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes
- Manage supplier contracts and product data, including catalogue content, product spec. photographs and descriptions, pricing and etc
- Research departmental inquiries on product availability, pricing, specification and recommendation
- Attending internal meetings to develop sourcing strategic policy with the organization if necessary
- Additionally, director of strategic management must monitor and evaluate procurement strategies to ensure they are as effective and efficient as possible
- Lead efforts to improve supply chain efficiency, maintain products quality standards, and reduce cost
- Set strategies related to vendor assessments and purchasing terms and conditions to help ensure products or services ordered are delivered on time at the best quality and value
- Set the methodologies for sourcing new products or services, approved vendors, and determining when products should be sources to a single vendor or to multiple vendors for a stable and consistent supply
- Collaborate with internal stakeholder to understand demand and supplier trends, and analyzes financial information related to total cost of ownership to identity opportunities for cost reduce
- Identify opportunities/issues across the business line and proactively source professional suppliers, manufacturers and new products while driving cost savings and ensuring all quality and compliance requirements are met
- Manage purchase of supplies and lead the development and implementation of procurement strategies
- Identify and secure improve the procurement process across the organization whilst maintaining procurement best practice standards and operational excellence
- Promote and raise profile of Strategic Sourcing procurement service across Greater China
- Support corporate wide initiatives including Supply Diversity
- Establish and maintain confidential supplier flies and databases including bidding documents, pricing, certificate of product liability insurance and general supplier information
- Develop and implement procurement plans to support regional requirements
- Manage and priorities procurement activity on core brand program and produces requirement i.e. bathroom amenity program, mattress, bedding program, DT cookie etc
- Proactively encourage, influence and build process improvement at the property level
- Provide pre-opening hotels with generic HOE listing with specification, including the brand related supplies and equipment according to the brand standard
- Develop and maintain complete HOE listing per brand with information on suppliers and prices, as per available data if necessary
- Support hotels with preparation and implementation of HOE pre-opening budget
- Provides basic and technical knowledge of hospitality products to hotel staff
- Provides support and advice on China property procurement to our Corporate procurement when required
- Assists the hotels in understanding product needs and assists in the determination of product usage and specifications, along with seeking new, alternate, or better products
- Coordinate products and information with Corporate Procurement Division. In addition to performance of the essential
- Complete knowledge of food, beverage and operating supply products and purchasing procedures
- Considerable mathematical skills necessary to calculate percentage discounts, product cost, operational reports and comparative figure analysis through utilizing ratios and net weighted averages
- Ability to read, write and speak Mandarin and English languages to read quotations, analyze bids, write instructions for bidders and communicate with co-workers, staff and suppliers
- Ability to apply supervisory skills to plan, organize, direct employees, coach, train and discipline, as necessary
- Strong interpersonal and communicative skills
- Ability to visually evaluate specifications
- Procurement Sourcing
- Vendor Relationship
- 3-5 years procurement experience, ideally, in the hospitality industry at corporate / cluster level
- Candidates with relevant experience with FMCG background will be considered
- Experience in the setup of central procurement, implementation of short and long term procurement strategies and development of standard operating procedures and policies
- Understanding of tender procedures and contractual terms
- Proficient in the use of procurement systems ( knowledge of Check EAM / SCM would be an advantage)
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Strategic Sourcing Director Resume Examples & Samples
- Provide support and oversight to deliver all account based SCMP KPI's that meets or exceeds account and Client requirements
- Design, lead, and/or implement Risk Management processes and controls in line with JLL SCMP Risk Management protocols
- Develop and implement regional and/or vertical sourcing initiatives encompassing account based needs and requirements. Initiatives will center on group sourcing, service bundling, vendor consolidation, risk and compliance, and improved regional operational performance
- Ensure all accounts are aligned on SCMP strategy, vendor selection, scope and pricing consistency
- Lead development and execution of all sourcing related functions including category assessments, RFP development and execution, contract negotiations and supplier transitions
- Ensure procurement policies and procedures are accurately reflected and executed throughout client portfolios
- Manage expectations, communications, deliverables and progress to client procurement teams
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Purchasing and/or Supply Chain Management, MBA Preferred
- Minimum of 5-7 years strategic sourcing experience for facilities services
- Outsourcing / consulting experience
- Negotiations expertise
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a decentralized environment with an ability to deliver results in evolving environments
- Ability to lead all RFP-related activities
- Deep knowledge of facilities categories
- Excellent Computer proficiency in MS Excel, Access, and PPT
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Advisor, Strategic Sourcing Global Products Resume Examples & Samples
- Global expertise in category including technical product knowledge, cost drivers, related industry dynamics and market trends
- Strong project and process management in order to execute sourcing strategy with cross functional teams
- Perform data analysis and utilize financial acumen to identify opportunities to leverage scale and drive cost savings
- Establish collaborative environment with key suppliers and business partners to optimize supplier performance and innovation
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate effectively and interact with personnel at various levels of expertise on a global landscape
- Expertise with contract requirements in order to negotiate critical terms and conditions in line with sourcing strategy
- Familiarity with manufacturing, quality and supply chain processes to support supplier selection and performance management
- Collaborate with and influence business partners in a highly matrixed environment to optimize key supplier performance and innovation
- Works on complex projects of large scope
- Completes work independently; receives general guidance on new projects
- BA, BS, or equivalent experience in related field
- 3-4 yrs experience in related field
- Identifies data requirements, often beyond the standard, and collects all relevant data needed to analyze a complex problem, situation or issue
- Applies hypotheses and an understanding of cause and effect when analyzing a complex process, situation or issue or discerning data patterns
- Identifies advanced implications/conclusions from the logical analysis of a complex situation or issue
- Leverages functional expertise to anticipate and plan for each step of routine or complex projects/processes
- Leverages appropriate organization or function-specific processes/skill set(s) to efficiently complete actions/objectives and provides guidance on processes/skill sets to more junior staff
- Accomplishes complex tasks and provides deliverables within the stated performance and quality parameters
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Co-op, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Create and analyze OBI spend and key metric reports
- Resolve invoice issues, monitor invoice on hold reports
- Develop process mapping for key P2P processes
- Strategic Sourcing project support
- Provide administrative support to RFX (Request for Proposal/Quote) processes
- Support towards key projects
- Contracting database enhancement and processes
- Rate card analysis, matrices
- Category analysis
- Must be enrolled in a College/University and have at least finished two years of a Bachelor’s Degree
- Candidate must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating in Spring 2017
- Legally eligible to work onsite
- Demonstrates technical competence to grasp new concepts and applications quickly
- Proficient within Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Driven and motivated individual who is eager to learn
- Strong analytical skills, interest in market research and sourcing analysis
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Strategic Sourcing Initiatives & Business Applications Resume Examples & Samples
- 70% Sourcing Execution – Design, implementation and execution of bank-wide Strategic Sourcing and Procurement for regional banking, transaction banking, wholesale banking spend category ranging from $50 to $200 million in annual spend. Responsible for strategic sourcing execution of assigned category related spend across the Bank. Understand business partner's objectives and business drivers and closely collaborate with business partners while leading the development and delivery of spend category strategies. Provide full and accurate category “market intelligence” by leading and performing in-depth analysis, understanding market drivers, cost structures and advantages on a category level. Responsible for pipeline (value, savings) delivery; in addition to measuring and tracking performance relating to spend and budgetary impact
- 20% Strategic Sourcing bi-directional integration with MUFG Business Owners – Effectively influence stakeholders and business owners, facilitating the Strategic Sourcing process and compliance with Bank policy and practices. Ensure Strategic Sourcing efforts support business objectives and direction; Establish key internal and external relationships enabling multi-year planning and category strategies, supporting sustainable spend management; Lead cross-functional teams in the execution of sourcing initiatives end-to-end
- 10% Staff– Lead, define and develop the capabilities of the individuals assigned as direct reports. Responsible for directly supervising staff, including interviewing, hiring staff and the termination of staff; recommending salary changes, job promotions; setting work hours, conducting counseling /performance reviews, and planning of the staff's work. Responsible for ensuring staff comply with all wage and hour regulations
- Requires minimum of 8+ years leading Strategic Sourcing groups
- 12+ years of Strategic Sourcing and supplier relations experience in assigned category specialty in regional banking, transaction banking, and wholesale Banking support and services
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Finance or equivalent business experience; MBA preferred
- Experience in designing, deploying or managing E-Sourcing tools and technology preferred for Reverse Auctions and RFx sourcing events
- Ability to drive performance improvement across a team; strong teamwork and collaboration skills
- Strong coaching and management skills
- Excellent sourcing and category management skills
- Excellent Analytical skills, continuous improvement mind-set
- Excellent written, graphical and oral communication skills with internal clients, external partners and team members; strong influencing and relationship skills; polished interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently in a dynamic, ambiguous and newly forming organization
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Strategic Sourcing Attorney Resume Examples & Samples
- Draft, review and negotiate vendor contracts. Negotiate with vendors’ business and legal teams
- Provide advice and counseling to Category and Sourcing Managers for their vendor contracts and legal matters as needed
- Identify and assess legal risks impacting Ericsson for business and legal provisions. Ensure that legal and risk matters are properly escalated and clarified
- Get approval from all provision owners including risk, intellectual property, safety, human resources and more
- Create Negotiation Playbooks that list all terms of contract templates, explain provisions, provide negotiation tips and alternative languages, and list key stakeholders
- Conduct training classes for Category and Sourcing Managers on Contracts/Legal process and Negotiation Playbooks
- J.D. and licensed in at least one state
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Strategic Sourcing Professionals With Heavy Analytics Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor's degree required, MBA preferred
- 7+ years of strategic sourcing experience
- Experience developing and implementing sourcing strategies which yield measurable reductions in spend
- Expertise in full cycle sourcing
- Proficiency in analytical tools (i.e. MS Excel) required
- Hands on PowerPoint Presentations skills with the ability to present to Executive levels and peers
- Advanced analytical and quantitative skills required
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Strategic Sourcing Consultants Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience
- 7 - 8 years of experience in Supply Chain , Procurement Management, including strategic sourcing (indirect spend), procurement, contracts and vendor management for a mid-large size company
- Expertise in full cycle strategic sourcing with indirect; categories with $3 to $5 million in spend
- Proficient in sourcing tools (i.e. Ariba, eProcurement, Coupa, etc.) preferred
- Knowledge of large ERP systems (i.e. SAP, PeopleSoft, etc.) preferred
- Experienced in leading and managing sourcing projects and support cross functional internal org's
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Strategic Sourcing Professionals Resume Examples & Samples
- Example Categories: Professional Services; Marketing; Facilities; HR; IT Hardware or Software; Telecom; Electronic Components; Steel
- Analyze commodity spend data and support cost reduction initiatives
- Lead the supplier selection and evaluation process and manage RFP and competitive bidding process. Evaluate and select suppliers by participating in the approval process with appropriate internal business unit managers and other key stakeholders. In conjunction with the business team, verify metrics such as capabilities, quality controls, overall value, etc
- Participate in the competitive bid and vendor selection process for appropriate categories, when appropriate
- Create and place purchase orders and lead related meetings, when appropriate. Communicate with suppliers to resolve issues and escalate as necessary
- Prepare performance metrics for management, identifying issues and recommending corrective action
- Professional Qualifications
- 7 - 8 years of experience in Supply Chain, Procurement Management, including strategic sourcing (indirect spend), procurement, contracts and/or vendor management for a mid-large size company
- Expertise in full cycle strategic sourcing with indirect or categories
- Experienced in leading and managing sourcing projects and support cross functional internal teams
- Our Consultants enjoy the flexibility and autonomy to choose the client projects that interest them, while continuing to build professional relationships within our global community of Consultant and business professionals. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including health and life insurance, a 401(k) savings plan which includes a discretionary company match, employee stock purchase plan, paid personal time off program, professional development and certification courses
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Strategic Sourcing Consultants Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience
- 7 - 8 years of experience in Supply Chain, Procurement Management, including strategic sourcing (indirect spend), procurement, contracts and vendor management for a mid-large size company
- Experienced in leading and managing sourcing projects and support cross functional internal organizations
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Strategic Sourcing for Indirect Spend Consultant Resume Examples & Samples
- 5 - 10 years of experience in Supply Chain , Procurement Management, including strategic sourcing (indirect spend), procurement, contracts and vendor management in a mid to large size company
- Demonstrated success in performing spend analysis, managing the entire RFQ, RFP process, and negotiating and managing large, complex contracts in corporate environment
- Proven ability to articulate a (5 to 7) step strategic sourcing methodology, process map; dashboard experience preferred
- Proficient in sourcing tools (i.e. Ariba, eProcurement, etc.) preferred
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Americas Strategic Sourcing Leader Resume Examples & Samples
- Lead and drive service and cost savings activities, including: E-Sourcing, Re-Sourcing, value engineering (VA/VE), Commodity Management Strategies to improve service and achieve year over year cost productivity
- Lead process to implement and maintain contracts, consignment and stocking program activities to reduce lead times and inventory turns for purchased materials. This also includes negotiating agreements with suppliers to hold and maintain raw material inventory
- Develop process to maintain Info Records in SAP, TEAO-P Initiatives and Star Level attainment
- Supplier Management –Lead development of commodity management process including risk assessment, development and capacity management. Also includes scorecard reviews and strategic meetings
- Approve all supplier cost increase requests, and drive submittal for review in Industrial or TE strategic sourcing teams
- Lead new product development review from procurement prospective. Manage material and vendor selection processes
- Bachelor’s degree in business or suitable experience in the purchasing / procurement
- A strong leader with clearly demonstrated experience and a track record of success
- Understanding of production methods and supplier quality assurance methods
- Strong advance management skills, including personnel development
- Previous experience working with off shore suppliers is helpful
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs required
- Broad knowledge base of manufacturing principles, practices and procedures for commodities such as screw machining, customer machining, stamping, plastic conversion molding, plating, casting and /or rubber molding as a plus
- APICS certification is a plus
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Specialist Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- US Citizen and capable of obtaining and maintaining a government security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in a technical, professional, or administrative field
- A minimum of five years progressive procurement experience with consistent achievement of high quality results on assigned responsibilities or equivalent related experience
- Demonstrated ability to identify, lead and execute innovative commercial best practices and sourcing strategies
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, as well as established negotiation skills
- Working knowledge of purchasing procedures, products, services and strategic supplier management concepts
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Manager of Strategic Sourcing & Tactical Procurement Resume Examples & Samples
- Manage an integrated prospect experience leveraging inbound/outbound tactics, including email / SMS marketing and messaging
- Learn the operations behind email/SMS service provider(s) and act as single point of contact for all email /SMS matters
- Be subject matter expert for email /SMS marketing and champion best practices within the organization
- Design and execute email lead nurturing campaigns from idea creation, creative, copy, design, deployment, scheduling, segmentation, production, A/B testing, and optimization
- Execute, report on and continuously optimize email marketing campaigns
- De-construct competitive best practices in email marketing from leading brands
- Navigate effectively from high level strategy down to tactical, email channel optimization with a focus on personalization/customization
- Develop contact management strategy to influence customer experience and relationship deepening
- Manage messaging stream, cadence & strategy across marketing/deepening, and account servicing emails with an understanding of impact to lifetime value
- Partner with creative teams to define creative needs (e.g. write creative briefs, partner to develop effective and efficient creative templates, streamline creative development processes, etc.)
- Ensure campaign objectives align to business priorities across marketing channels and deliver on financial goals
- Utilize quality assurance reviews to improve email deployments and maintain health of ESP(s)
- Manage multiple work streams, project manage to ensure timely delivery on objectives, and handle a very fast-paced timeline-driven environment
- Manage email marketing budget with a focus on delivering optimal outcomes at efficient levels of marketing spend (CPM, CPA, MROI)
- Continuous use of A/B and multivariate testing (test, learn, apply, optimize) methodology to optimize email marketing activity
- Measure performance of email marketing activity with KPI's including deliverability, open, click, revenue contribution at campaign level and present to senior leadership
- 10+ years' experience in a business related role; minimum 5+ years' experience in digital marketing (prefer a focus on integrated demand generation)
- Financial services experience is a plus and/or experience in regulated industries
- Understand marketing technologies and methodologies
- Demonstrable experience leading and managing email marketing and marketing database segmentation
- Experience in identifying target audiences and driving qualified traffic through email / SMS campaigns that engage, inform and motivate
- Passionate/knowledgeable about optimized design and user experience
- Strong analytical skills and data-driven thinking
- Comfortable presenting ideas to stakeholder groups and leadership -- strong written and presentation skills
- Experience with A/B and multivariate tools/techniques
- Experience managing and forecasting budgets and performance across marketing channels
- Demonstrated ability to work with external agencies and manage day to day interactions
- Innovative thinker -- willing to consider novel approaches to solving difficult problems
- Energetic -- high energy, willing to work hard and enjoy success and willing take risks
- Self-starter -- driven to get results, needing little or no management oversight
- Passionate -- always strive for excellence and have pride in your work
- LI-LT1
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Strategic Sourcing Intern Resume Examples & Samples
- Can ensure 3-4 days' attendance per week and work at least 6 months
- Good command of written English, Fluent oral English will be a plus
- Good at communication, project management and data analytics
- Smart and quick learner
- Good at excel, PPT
- Have certain knowledge about supplier chain is preferred
- With Civil or project management education background will be a plus
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Director of Strategic Sourcing, OS&E Resume Examples & Samples
- Lead the strategic sourcing efforts for all OS&E and Facilities related product and services required by the company’s various properties
- Execute and broaden “best-practice” procurement techniques for OS&E/ Facilities products and services including, but not limited to
- Bachelor’s degree or certification in a related field
- Exceptional leadership skills and the ability to motivate the team toward a common goal; comfortable working in an environment where the success of the business is based on team effort
- Ability to manage a network of internal and external stakeholders to optimal outcomes
- Ability to demonstrate superior project management skills
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams, gain consensus and achieve company and department goals
- Ability to work on several projects simultaneously
- Ability to maintain professional vendor relationships
- Must have experience conducting bid processes (RFI, RFP and informal bids) and conducting negotiations
- Must have understanding of contract terms and conditions
- Must provide leadership and direction in the development, execution, problem resolution and measurement of internal guest service standards within Procurement consistent with the company’s core service standards and brand attributes
- Must participate in value analysis of projects and make recommendations to departments where savings, superior quality, higher performance, or better service is available
- Must have organizational skills to function effectively under time constraints, within established deadlines and attention to detail, effective listening abilities with strong judgment skills, maintain a professional image and enthusiastic attitude at all times, especially when traveling on business
- Must direct the research, development, evaluation and implementation of new products, services, technology and processes to ensure MGM Resorts’ competitive position in anticipation
- Assure compliance to Human Resources guidelines, to include: creating a work environment that promotes teamwork; performance feedback, recognition, mutual respect, and employee satisfaction; quality hiring, training, and succession planning processes that encompass the company’s diversity commitment
- Working knowledge in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Stratton Warren required. Proficiency in MS Access and Visio
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Strategic Sourcing New Product Resume Examples & Samples
- Manages all purchasing activity for multiple, concurrent new product development programs
- Accountable for cost of purchased parts all direct material cost of the product
- Increases supplier value through R&D, co-design, and innovation
- Has decision making authority on all sourcing decisions for new product
- Drives the Identifies and implements identification and implementation of cost reduction opportunities savings projects
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Management or related
- Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing, project management, manufacturing, engineering, quality, or similar
- Strong analytical and negotiating skills
- Working knowledge of product development methodology (APQP or similar)
- Ability to demonstrate past use of project management skills to meet specific goals product launch goals
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Able to understand and explain complex problems others
- Have the capacity to solve complex problems by taking a new perspective on existing solutions
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Strategic Sourcing Consultant Resume Examples & Samples
- Requires a BA/BS; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background
- MBA and/or CPM preferred
- 5 years of experience in sourcing/supplier selection with at least 3 years of experience with negotiating of pricing and contract terms and conditions
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Strategic Sourcing Consultant Resume Examples & Samples
- Requires a BA/BS
- 3 years of experience in sourcing/supplier selection, with at least 2 years experience with negotiation, or the equivalent or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background
- Experience in supporting collateral print strongly preferred
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Senior Mgr, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Lead sourcing activities for multiple areas of spend within General Enterprise spending including Customer Care Operations such as call centers, Forms, Postage & Freight, Travel, and Events among others
- Facilitate and lead cross-functional teams with key stakeholders to develop effective cost reduction and risk mitigation strategies as well as implementation plans while maintaining or improving internal client satisfaction
- BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience
- 7-10 years of relevant work experience, including experience in procurement / strategic sourcing, negotiation, and contract mgmt
- Experience required developing and managing teams
- General Enterprise category expertise (or able to learn quickly)
- Experience leveraging Ariba suite of data analytics, sourcing, contracting and SRM modules
- Strategic sourcing of customer and compliance preferred
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Analyst, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Support category management team through data analysis on cost-savings levers and key aspects of the supplier options to inform and shape the strategy for third party spend decisions
- Comfort with a broad range of research tools and technologies as well as basic financial analyses
- Advanced technical skills in data management platforms such as Excel and/or SQL (experience with Ariba suite of Data Analytics, Sourcing, Contracting and SRM modules preferred
- Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills
- History of being a quick learner with interest in understanding and applying global supplier best practices
- Demonstrated strong service and execution orientation, “can do attitude,” and passion for cost-reduction
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Strategic Sourcing Category 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
- Responsible for executing supplier relationship management activities for key assigned suppliers within the assigned category’s, with oversight regarding supplier relationship management
- The category sourcing manager will also be expected to take on additional projects as needed to support business requirements
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Senior Analyst, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Drive sourcing activities for Western Union’s indirect sourcing needs across a variety of categories
- Develop category strategies with cross-functional teams which outline and define the product, market, and supply strategies
- 3+ years of relevant work experience, including experience in procurement / strategic sourcing, data analysis, and contract management
- Experience in or interest in developing supplier sourcing, negotiation and contract management experience
- Excellent analytical, communication and presentation skills
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Senior Analyst, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Assist Dir. Marketing & Advisory Services with sourcing activities for Western Union’s marketing needs including: total cost of ownership calculations and analysis, qualitative and quantitative research and supplier evaluation, as well as other administrative tasks involved in strategic sourcing process
- Drive sourcing activities for portion of Western Union marketing needs; for example: production, retail merchandise, and market research services
- Marketing category expertise (or have the research skills to be able to come up to speed quickly)
- Experience in or interest in learning supplier sourcing, negotiation and contract management
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Specialist, Strategic Sourcing Logistics Resume Examples & Samples
- A minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience is required
- A minimum of two (2) years of Project Management and/or Leadership is required
- Demonstrated experience in developing key business metrics is required
- Knowledge and understanding of finance and budgeting is required
- Experience and/or certifications in Process Excellence, LEAN, 5S, Kaizen and PMP are preferred
- Ability to use MS Office Suite is required
- Ability to create V-lookups and Pivot Tables in MS Excel are preferred
- Ability to travel domestically up to 10% of the timeStrategic Sourcing/Logistics
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Director of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Review and update sourcing practices in accordance with new or changing environmental policies, standards and regulations
- Supervise strategic sourcing team members using the principles set forth by the TT Way of Management
- Monitor department goals and objectives as well as team members
- Meet with suppliers to discuss to discuss performance metrics, provide performance feedback and discuss other issues or upcoming programs
- Develop long term sourcing strategies that fit business unit requirements
- Actively participate and lead TT corporate initiatives
- Drive continuous improvement within the sourcing organization
- Lead sourcing team in their effort to reduce the total cost of ownership of purchase parts
- Establish strategic partnership with key supplier base
- Oversee and support the competitive and timely material cost quotations to support the business activity
- Oversee and support supplier related Quality maintenance including buyer support of part issues, selection, audit, and ratings of suppliers
- Maintain and update quality and operating procedures related to purchasing and supplier maintenance and control
- Support TT group and divisional initiatives
- Oversee and support the U.S. purchasing activity for Suzhou
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Strategic Sourcing Indirect Resume Examples & Samples
- Implementation Plan and execute the plan for Indirect Procurement strategies to the assigned buy areas or projects
- Develop project implementation plan in conjunction with functional leadership, functional teams and Category Manager
- Manage supplier performance during the implementation of purchase and report progress to the Category Manager
- Identify, Source and Negotiate local procurement strategies that work in conjunction with the Sourcing/Procurement vision
- Utilize competitive bidding tools to aid in the negotiation and decision making process
- Monitor contract compliance within the assigned area; take all necessary actions to ensure highest possible compliance
- Assist with implementing tools and system enhancements, and standardization of Indirect Spend process, policy and procedures
- Optimize supplier catalog usage and identify potential catalog candidates within the assigned procurement area
- Ensure all new vendors meet service level requirements throughout the project life cycle; including maximum contract utilization
- Provide project management direction on all assigned projects to include: project kick off organization, mobilization of resources communication, including status reporting, risk management, escalation of issues that cannot be resolved in the team
- Identify and harmonize requirements and create, maintain local & regional catalogs for the eProcurement system
- Responsible in supporting indirect category groups, in particular IT, SOW’s, subscription services and software maintenance renewals
- Education: Bachelor's Degree (accredited) or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four years of relevant work experience
- Experience: Three years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement)
- Sourcing experience in a large, multi-location company environment
- Intermediate experience developing strategic sourcing strategies for Indirect Procurement in IT and development of Statement of Works (SOW)
- Demonstrated ability to facilitate meetings (e.g. brainstorming) and build project teams
- Demonstrated ability to provide direction and leadership to informal teams and/or contractors
- Effective communicator with the ability to lead and influence others
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Strategic Sourcing Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Execute order placement and issuance of POs in accordance with policies/procedures
- Responsible for timely blocked invoice resolution and avoidance in alignment with best practices
- Participates in Sourcing process improvement initiatives including project planning and implementation under planned timetables and supervision
- Delivers appropriate communication to internal/external stakeholders to meet the needs of Operations
- Collaborates with Sourcing Commodity Manager to communicate purchasing category best practices
- Collaborates with internal partners to communicate utilization of preferred suppliers
- Under supervision uses data to conduct price & cost analysis to drive savings
- Participates in and conducts negotiations on smaller scale projects to achieve department objectives
- Partners with Operations and Commodity Manager to resolve contractual issues
- Works with internal partners to ensure supplier contribution and performance requirements are met
- Participates in the implementation of training, policy and procedure materials
- Ability to participate on cross-functional teams across functional boundaries
- Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned
- 1) Bachelor degree in discipline related to functional work or role with up to 3 years of relevant work experience OR demonstrated ability to meet the job requirements through a comparable number of years of applicable work experience
- 2) Able to translate previous work experience in to very good problem-solving skills and appropriately apply proven solutions. Consistently deliver prescribed outcomes in a timely and accurate manner with appropriate guidance. Apply existing processes and procedures to solve problems and may receive guidance for problems that are non-routine
- 3) Able to apply very good functional computer knowledge in utilizing Microsoft Windows, MAC or other technical tools to complete work assignments. May require knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn specialized software related to the position
- 4) Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written. Able to understand general business concepts and apply them when communicating with diverse groups of people when completing work assignments
- 5) Requires knowledge of price and cost analysis
- 6) Experience in influencing and persuading stakeholders and suppliers and some experience with supplier management
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Manager of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Strategy development including supplier rationalization, market analysis, and business strategy collaboration. Development of multi-year strategies to lower risk, improve continuity of supply, and to yield top quartile high tech industry YTY cost and operational improvements. Effectively develop & quickly communicate alignment for these strategies across all stakeholders
- Total cost reduction management: drive the increased value generation in both the direct material, indirect material and services by demonstrating market knowledge and total cost understanding
- Deployment of a global productivity program utilizing lean techniques to improve processes and tools to eliminate waste. Establish excellence of performance in the operation and deliverables of the teams as measured against similar International organizations. Leverage the best practices across all spend categories globally
- Proactive, partner based approach that utilizes lean / OE skills as its foundation
- Key, strategic managing interface with suppliers (strategic relationship management; supplier performance management, etc)
- Management of global staff within managed categories
- 7-10 years experience in international strategic sourcing and multiple categories of spend with experience in indirect categories
- Ability to develop and influence optimized strategies and establish financial targets
- Proven track record of cost savings
- Lean and operational excellence applied experience
- Continuous improvement mentality with the ability to provide LEAN leadership and drive LEAN transformation into the supply base
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Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Understand and manipulate spend from SPE’s various third-party spend and cost management systems
- Gather market research/data and conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis to develop sourcing strategies and provide recommendations
- Recommend opportunities for data improvement and cleansing
- Analyze Spend
- Analyze third-party spend to identify opportunities for cost savings
- Review internal processes and policies and provide recommendations for improvement
- Profile suppliers and segment spend
- Perform total cost/supply analysis to identify opportunities to achieve optimal value
- Analyze industry trends and conditions that affect internal stakeholders and external suppliers and/or pricing
- Understand and assist in the development and execution of supplier and performance management programs with suppliers that focus on quality, responsiveness and cost
- Provide Recommendations
- Prepare clear, fact-based, executive-level presentations with sourcing strategy recommendations
- Communicate and report to management the status of any critical external relationships that could affect planning and decision-making
- Support Procurement/Sourcing Initiatives
- Participate on cross-functional sourcing projects
- Analyze spend and opportunities for specific sourcing events and work with category managers to develop and execute a sourcing plan
- Assist, as needed, with commodity and supplier negotiations
- Evaluate supplier fit based on pre-determined selection criteria
- Ensure compliance with Sourcing and Procurement policies and best practices
- Develop and provide management reports as required
- Participate in professional development activities to keep abreast of current industry best practices
- Demonstrate exemplary integrity and ethics in all instances
- Must have strong Microsoft Office skills including: Excel, Visio, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, etc
- Strong written and oral communication skills and strong presentation skills
- Ability to collaborate in a team environment and work with senior management
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Manager, Chemicals Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Effectively choose tailored sourcing approaches and tools as well as negotiate and implement commercial/contract terms and supply agreements
- Ensure the creation and maintenance of pricing models and predictive models for feedstock and other key cost drivers for all key materials
- Conduct monthly analytics on Purchase Price Variance and estimate the annual spend for each commodity within his/her responsibility and leverage these analyses in business planning, strategies and negotiations
- Support the development of new products through early involvement with AS&I R&D/Engineering on alternative identification and supply agreement negotiations
- Drives an environment that leads procurement best practices, policies, quality and compliance
- A minimum of a Bachelor's degree plus 6-8 years of business experience
- A minimum of 2 years in Procurement, Project Management, Finance, R&D, Planning and/or Manufacturing
- Strong analytical decision making background
- Ability to effectively persuade, convince, and inspire internal and external stakeholders to gain their support for a specific course of action (i.e. business cases, project timelines)
- Must have analytical decision making background and proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and the ability to influence without authority
- Ability to travel 25% international and domestic
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Strategic Sourcing Lead Resume Examples & Samples
- Utilize sourcing and analytical skills to develop sourcing opportunities, drive projects, and support ongoing RFP activity at the Corporate, Business Unit and Site levels
- Identify, qualify and develop new and incumbent key suppliers within a category in support of JBT’s drive towards fewer, stronger suppliers
- Develop, streamline and enhance data analytics and business intelligence processes and reporting
- Support other local site and corporate sourcing team leaders to build category strategies, create sourcing engagements and develop procurement processes
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Senior Professional, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- BA/BS in Business, MBA preferred
- Well versed in Contract Law
- Detailed understanding of sourcing indirect products and services
- 5-10 years experience in supplier management role
- Successful track record of contract negotiations
- Ability to interface effectively at all levels of the organization and influence those he/she interacts with
- Good issue resolution skills
- Good grasp of business acumen
- Expert Negotiation skills
- Must be able to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
- Outstanding ethics
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Director of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Oversees the purchasing and/or contracting for materials, supplies, equipment, and services for the operation of the Company, in addition to all inventory items.Confers with requesting parties when specific sources are requested.Supporting site purchasing managers, the Director of Strategic Sourcing will investigate and solve problems resulting from material shortages, however caused
- Establishes and maintains purchasing practices and policies to ensure honest, fair, and ethical relationships with vendors.Keeps informed on legal matters that affect purchasing policies
- Responsible for sourcing materials with the lowest total landed cost
- Responsible for continuing programs of exploration for new materials, suppliers, and processes to achieve the best possible quality, reliability, prices, continuity, and delivery
- Develop sourcing plan in accordance with the strategic growth plan of Performance Materials, keeping abreast of materials pricing and availability trends that affect Company products
- Develop long term partnerships with suppliers. Negotiate complex long term agreements
- Develops, establishes, and provides for the maintenance of reporting systems that relate to the materials function
- Ensures that the Company standard practices and procedures are followed in connection with all Materials Department functions
- Will actively engage in Continuous Improvement by encouraging, participating in, and supporting a Lean Six Sigma culture
- Work with Lydall Corporate and other Lydall Divisions to leverage the “total buy” to secure advantageous material pricing
- Must adhere to all company policies and safety rules
- Must be able to work extended hours when required
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Strategic Sourcing Contracting Professional Resume Examples & Samples
- 5 years of experience with contracts in a strategy sourcing and procurement environment
- 5 years of experience with supplier management of an MSP or similar that could serve as transferrable expertise
- Experience with a variety of commodities, including IT, consulting, technical services, and professional services
- Experience with preparing reports in a concise manner that communicates supplier performance
- Experience with internal stakeholder management
- Experience with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and an intermediate level of proficiency in Excel
- Ability to apply judgment to assess contractual risk to the company versus delay of client contracts and projects
- Ability to work collaboratively with clients and other ESG support groups
- Experience with a Vendor Management System managed by a Managed Service Provider
- Experience with developing and managing VMS metrics
- Ability to work closely with internal clients to assist with the correct usage of the VMS tool
- Possession of excellent analytical and research skills
- Possession of excellent interpersonal, organization, and time management skills to manage deadlines across multiple deliverables
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Strategic Sourcing & Category Management Marketing & Promotions Resume Examples & Samples
- Manage global marketing and promotion spend across 26 countries and a team of 7-10 category managers
- Grow and develop the Marketing strategic sourcing and category management team to create a culture of strong strategic thinking, financial analytics, marketplace focus, and relationship management internally and externally
- Partner on key strategic projects across the enterprise to optimize our marketing and promotions spend and supplier base while improving speed to market and quality of creative and marketing messaging
- Establish and maintain close relationships with Business Unit marketing leaders to understand key business strategies, annual goals/objectives and economic challenges/opportunities
- Demonstrate strong leadership and exceptional partnering skills including ability to contract and influence with and without authority at all levels, within GSM, across functional teams and with key vendor partners
- Lead development of marketing and promotion category management spend profile, strategies, and industry benchmarking and prepare presentations and dashboards to discuss with internal stakeholders and suppliers to realize saves, influence demand, and drive other value add benefits to support growth
- Understand marketing marketplace dynamics and trends to ensure American express has the right marketing supplier mix globally
- Assess global marketing vendors and identify opportunities to rationalize supply base and deliver savings to help business partners meet their goals
- Support negotiation of key deals and contracts with third party vendors and complete supplier assessments and selections through RFx activities
- Oversee approved supplier list, process improvements with a focus on reducing time to market, monitoring and analyzing performance, and enhancing the American Express employee user experience
- 5+ years working at an Agency, in a marketing function, or in marketing procurement organization
- Deep understanding of the market opportunities and the broader business issues within marketing and promotions to be able to capitalize on market changes and future trends
- Strong general manager, including strategic thinking, financial acumen, negotiation skills and team leadership
- Strong track-record in people leadership – able to motivate and develop a team and structure work to prioritize effectively and to deliver high-quality output with limited resources and work collaboratively with colleagues and partners across the world
- Collaborative mindset and passion for marketing
- Strong executive presence and communication skills a must
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master's degree preferred
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Strategic Sourcing Intern Resume Examples & Samples
- Analyze prior year spend and utilization data as well as rate trends
- Utilize conventional computer technology and analysis tools standard to the industry. You may also support formal report writing, formatting and checking
- Apply professional knowledge of engineering principles and techniques, standardized mathematical methods, previous design and test information, and handbook data to the resolution of technical problems
- Support continuous improvement activities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of processes
- Ability to collect & organize data
- Ability to analyze data and provide recommendations
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint; Excel Macro building capability is a plus
- Ability to understand basic technical issues and develop solutions within scope of responsibilities
- Demonstrated ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams
- Self-starter
- Related internship experience preferred
- Ability to start internship part-time in spring and continue full-time in summer or begin full-time summer internship in May
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Global Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Director Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop Global Sourcing and Procurement Strategy for the Project Management platform. Works with Regional leadership to design Sourcing & Procurement strategy that is consistent and regionally (business) appropriate for markets. Develops and plans global/regional contracting and procurement strategies and programs to increase operational efficiency and profitability. Implements those plans in AMS
- Builds AMS capabilities to execute plans (RFP processes, solution selection and negotiations to achieve the desired results.)
- Develop Supplier performance and management tools to ensure, supplier/contractor certification process including review of requisite experience, legal and organizational structure, financial viability, geographic coverage, insurance requirements, performance and other capabilities
- Ensures contracting and contracts with national/regional service providers in accordance with company standards
- Maintains CBRE PJM Sourcing & Procurement practices contemporary outsourcing practices, adding value to the interests of the supply chain (3rd parties, clients and CBRE
- Effectively manages the communciation, issues and expectations (change management) of the shifting strategy from current practice (FUSION) to new practice
- Engages and works with cross-functional partners (FM, A&T, etc.) to leverage the scale and breadth of CBRE to develop industry leading solutions/programs
- Serves as a SME for utilization management and coordination with outside procurement/e-procurement solutions
- Participates on behalf of the PJM Platform in approved or sponsored procurement organizations or related initiatives
- Develops company-wide policies and procedures, playbooks and other organizational materials with respect to global/regional sourcing
- Provides formal supervision to individual employees within single functional or operational area. Approves subordinate's recommendations for staff recruitment, selection, promotion, advancement, corrective action and termination
- Effectively recommends same for direct reports to next level management for review and approval. Plans and monitors appropriate staffing levels and utilization of labor, including overtime
- Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with the company's values
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university. Minimum of six years of related experience and/or training
- C.P.M., C.P.S.M. or N.A.C.M. certifications or eligibility required
- Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret the most complex business documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive issues. Ability to write reports, manuals, speeches and articles using distinctive style
- Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to employees, clients, top management and/or public groups. Ability to motivate and negotiate effectively with key employees, top management, and client groups to take desired action
- Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles
- Ability to calculate complex figures. Ability to forecast and prepare budgets. Conducts financial/business analysis including the preparation of reports
- Ability to solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations. Requires expert level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix-based multi-industry sales environment
- Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with e-procurement and contracts management technology platforms. Experience with standard accounting and/or ERP systems
- Decisions made with in-depth understanding and interpretation of procedures, company policies and business practices to achieve general results. Responsible for setting department deadlines
- Errors in judgment may cause long-term impact to co-workers, supervisor, department and/or line of business
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Mgr Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Develops Strategic Sourcing model in line with the strategic plan for the Mission Systems Global Supply Chain (GSC) organization through collaboration with technical, business development, and strategy teams
- Work with product architects to develop long term development supplier strategies that align with known technical gaps and product line architectures by engaging with companies that offer affordable, discriminating technology, including small businesses and universities
- Lead a team of engineers aligned to support technologists in developing technology roadmaps through creation of supplier strategies that leverage external capabilities to drive affordability and agility, and external investments where needed
- Develops mechanisms for monitoring progress throughout development
- The successful candidate will possess strong leadership, communication and writing skills, and a desire to work with elements of both technology and business strategy
- Ability to effectively coach and mentor individual contributors from diverse functional backgrounds
- Promote professional development within the organization and foster a cooperative culture that sustains the momentum around employee engagement, innovation, and continuous improvement
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or other related field
- System Engineering experience
- 8+ years in Engineering or Strategy Development
- 3+ years of Team leadership and/or management experience
- Demonstrated success in creating business or win strategies
- Strong project management skills including organization and strategy generation
- Great communication skills
- Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance
- Masters Degree in Engineering or MBA
- International and US Government experience
- Experience with Business Development/Capture, Product Development, CAIV, and Affordability initiatives a plus
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Team Leader Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Business Degree or similar complemented by a demonstrated track record
- English – at a proficient level; any other European language would be an advantage
- 1 – 3 years of work experience, Leadership skills, Procurement background, People Management skills
- Solid level in MS Office Applications, E-mail application, Experience with ERP systems, eProcurement tools
- Excellent customer management and interpersonal skills
- Strong Negotiation/Influencing skills; solid communication and presentation skills in English
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Analyst, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or other relevant area
- A minimum of two years professional experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain, or related field
- Experience with electronic and web-based sourcing tools
- ERP/MRP systems knowledge (SAP preferred)
- Critical thinking and problem solving skills required with the ability to manipulate data, summarize findings and investigate root cause. Able to view projects and provide outcomes incorporating TCO methodology
- Intermediate knowledge of sourcing and supply chain management
- Works on issues to highly complex problems requiring the creation of analytical tools, data analysis and providing recommendations and solutions to problem
- Strong knowledge of office productivity tools (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate to management, suppliers, and key stakeholders
- Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks with high degree of accuracy and detail
- Travel 0-10% or as needed
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Strategic Sourcing & RPO Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Minimum qualification: University degree or equivalent, preferably in HR, Business
- Preferred qualification: Combination of college degree and experience preferred
- Four or more years of experience, including two to three years in a supervisory position fostering a highly collaborative team environment and foster team spirit
- Experience in managing a team in providing cross-segment sourcing services in a complex, diverse, and high growth business is highly desirable
- Experience in leading a team in executing research for agency or executive search; recruiting and sourcing
- Experience in web based search engines/ CV mining/ online searching/ marketing/ databases preferable
- Experience in sourcing for diverse skill sets in a fast paced environment
- Strong written, oral and listening communication skills
- Ability to provide oversight and management to synthesize/bring synergy to multiple initiatives by establishing courses of action to ensure that work is completed efficiently, adjusting priorities, establishing management routines to effectively track progress and identify issues, removing barriers and leveraging resources
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External Manufacturing Strategic Sourcing Lead Resume Examples & Samples
- To be successful, the External Manufacturing Strategic Sourcing Lead must
- Have knowledge of the suppliers, markets and business context within their scope
- Be an excellent collaborator within the Supply Chain organization (Direct Materials Procurement, Planning, Manufacturing), Marketing, Quality, Technical Services, Legal and ad hoc project teams
- Demonstrate inspired leadership with the ability to influence others to engage in projects and to drive business deliverables
- Demonstrate analytical skills and the ability to problem solve / drive process improvements
- Bachelor’s Degree (Procurement/Supply Chain/Economics/Business/Science/Engineering or related fields)
- Must have experience working in a cross-functional environment
- Minimum: 3 years of relevant experience
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Assistant Manager of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Advise designers on the viability and costing of proposed designs and specs, including available alternatives
- Develop and manage the FF&E budget for all assigned projects, with a focus on minimizing final spend
- Employ best-practice sourcing techniques for all FF&E, including the use of low-cost country and direct sourcing
- Create and manage consolidated RFPs to maximize spend and optimize price
- Execute strong negotiation skills and simultaneously build strong supplier relationships and minimize the cost of ownership for his/her internal customers
- Ensure timely and comprehensive purchase for all FF&E goods and services required to complete the project on schedule
- Track and expedite submittals, prototypes, production schedule, in-production and off-the-line quality, and arrival dates of all products purchased
- Manage logistics to minimize the total cost and transport risk to deliver the product on time
- Manage and/or supervise on-site FF&E Installation Coordination as required
- Ensure that all product meets internal customers’ needs and expectations on schedule
- Develop detailed procurement schedule for each project and ensure interdisciplinary compliance
- Ensure that all goods and services comply with local and state building codes, including Flame Codes, UL Ratings, etc
- Ensure that all goods and services purchased do not infringe upon copyrights or patent
- Monitor and report on supplier performance; facilitate regular performance reviews with stakeholders
- Support MGM Resorts International Supplier Diversity program
- Bachelor’s Degree in interior design, project management, business, supply chain, or related field; or equivalent work experience
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IT Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Mgr Resume Examples & Samples
- Provide oversight and guidance to Business Process Outsourcer (BPO)
- 5 - 8 years relevant experience in IT strategic sourcing/ supply chain/ purchasing/ contract negotiation
- Experience with managing and delivering across business unit and geographical boundaries
- Robust project management and change management skills
- Demonstrated consulting and problem solving skills
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Strategic Sourcing Engineer Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop a strategy for commodities and put policies in place to ensure strategy is implemented and maintained
- Assess supplier capability, capacity, cost structure, and performance against targets
- Prepare and evaluate electronic RFXs
- Negotiate long-term agreements with a focus on cost containment, quality, and payment terms improvement
- Maintain relationships with preferred suppliers
- Resolve supply issues and develop supply chain risk mitigation and contingency plans
- Review parts and product with suppliers as necessary to develop and initiate containment and cost reduction opportunities
- Coordinate efforts between suppliers, Quality Assurance, Engineering and Materials departments as necessary to support cost containment and cost reduction project implementation
- Develop and maintain systems and processes necessary to maintain and drive supplier- suggested cost reduction
- Analyze technical data, designs, preliminary specifications, manufacturing limitations and supplier facilities
- Coordinate efforts between suppliers, Engineering, Quality Assurance and Procurement to facilitate material substitutions, standardization, rework and salvage of purchased materials
- Develop effective relationships with business group management to ensure that business unit benefits from group leverage opportunities
- Deliver results for key performance metrics (Day Payables Outstanding, Net Material Inflation, and Parts Per Million)
- 5+ years of supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment with a business or technical degree (ME, IE, EE, BA, BS), MBA preferred
- Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment with strategic responsibility for procurement/planning of mechanical components
- Strong presentation skills – must be comfortable and competent at presenting technical information to senior management and defending position
- Organizational and analytical skills
- Ability to work effectively with all levels of management. To facilitate accomplishment of mutual goals
- International purchasing experience desired. To develop and evaluate foreign sources
- Strong oral and written communication skills with ability to communicate with suppliers in other countries
- Ability to comprehend and interpret engineering drawings, quality systems requirements and customer specifications
- Ability to understand component requirements and communicate requirements to suppliers
- Ability to project a positive and professional image on behalf of the organization
- Possess sufficient oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with suppliers and all levels of staff throughout the organization
- Solid personal computer skills with strong capability with Microsoft Office products; Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Experience with Ariba Sourcing Professional or equivalent preferred
- Oracle ERP experience preferred
- Must be able to travel domestically and internationally (up to 30%)
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Strategic Sourcing Program Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Lead the development and implementation of projects to meet the goals and priorities of the Supply Chain Department
- Identify, develop, and manage strategic sourcing projects from end to end
- Assemble cross functional teams to support project initiatives
- Facilitate the definition of project objectives, goals, tasks, and resource requirements
- Resolve or assist in the resolution of conflicts within and between projects or functional areas
- Develop methods to monitor project progress, and provide corrective supervision as necessary
- Manage total project costs including budget and resource allocation
- Supplier contract negotiations and management
- Evaluation of supplier performance to identify / implement actions for value-add development
- Experience with PFEP / Making materials flow
- Domestic travel between 25-40% maybe required
- BA or BS in Supply Chain, Mechanical Engineering, Business Management
- 4 - 7 years of experience purchasing management of which 2-3 years of strategic sourcing
- 3 – 5 years of project management experience in a heavy manufacturing environment
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team focused atmosphere
- Strong organization and analytical skills
- Effective verbal and written communications skills
- Ability to create and follow Standard Work processes on a daily basis
- Completes tasks within the requested timeline, with limited oversight
- Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize workload in order to meet project deadlines
- Intermediate to advance MS Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookup, etc.)
- Master’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
- PMP, CPPM or other professional certification for project management, purchasing or supply chain
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Strategic Sourcing Business Partner Resume Examples & Samples
- You build and maintain sourcing strategies for different commodities such as optical parts (LCD panels, touch screens, optical filters,…) in line with the global procurement strategy
- You maintain full ownership (on all levels and subjects) of the relationship between Esterline and the supplier. You act as interface between the supplier and the internal organization (engineering team, logistics buying, supply chain, ELS, program management,…)
- You issue and follow-up on RFQ’s and conduct/lead discussions and business reviews with suppliers and stakeholders; you negotiate supplier proposals; you put in place and manage purchasing agreements (contracts with commercial, quality and logistic terms and conditions, capacity and buffer stock arrangements, delivery schedules, performance rating, risk management, etc.); you ensure a good performance of your suppliers by implementing a continuous improvement program (delivery reliability, quality, cost, …)
- You are involved in new product developments and you obtain fully supported decisions based on advice from all stakeholders
- You develop and maintain a potential supplier network, remain informed on most recent technology trends and innovations, and share this knowledge within the organization
- You gather data and assist with compiling a result oriented and transparent reporting
- Master degree in a technical/commercial direction
- 10+ years of experience. Experience with display technology is an asset
- Knowledge of principles and practices of purchasing
- Social skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Strong negotiator and results oriented
- Pro-active attitude
- Analytical, accurate and deliver high quality work
- Willingness to travel up to 10% of your time
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Head of Global External Manufacturing & Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Contributes to the development and execution of Celgene’s global pharmaceutical manufacturing strategy and make vs. buy decisions,
- Sets operations strategy to ensure attainment of financial and strategic goals, translating strategy into tactics, priorities and resource requirements across the external network
- Oversees the execution of external pharmaceutical manufacturing, production control and/or manufacturing-related development for the company’s full product portfolio of pharmaceutical programs
- Responsible for external pharmaceutical manufacturing partnership and supplier relationship management
- Responsible for ensuring integration of end-to-end compound oversight and seamless integration with internal manufacturing for compounds which span both networks
- Manage the total spend linked with commercial external manufacturers, contract service providers and suppliers for DS, DP, API, Packaging and Starting materials
- Support global logistics and distribution in negotiations of commercial warehouse and distribution agreements
- A minimum of 15 years’ pharmaceutical operations experience, with at least 5 years multi-national experience. Specific experience in oral solids and sterile injectable highly desirable
- Life sciences or engineering degree required and additional degrees desirable (preferably an M.B.A)
- Member of Institute of Procurement, preferred
- Very strong communication and influencing capabilities
- Strong & creative modeling skills; must have advance presentation skills
- Experience in 3rd party (external manufacturing) operations and relationship management
- Knowledge of best practices within Supply Chain & Purchasing
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Manager of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Conduct research and analyze the supply marketplace, maintain working knowledge of business trends including industry issues, cost drivers, global pricing, market conditions, and economic indicators
- Create thorough business requirements to incorporate in sourcing strategies and agreements
- Persuade and manage internal client sourcing project teams in a structure and disciplined sourcing process
- Perform complex financial and cost analysis, projects and financial evaluations of bid proposals and suppliers financial strength
- HR category (Recruitment, Benefits, Temporary labor, Relocation, HR Technology, etc.),
- Telecom category (Voice, Data, Wireless, Internet, Equipment, etc.)
- Marketing, Print category
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Strategic Sourcing Lead / Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Initiate, identify and support the introduction of new material suppliers and/or products
- Monitor supplier sources to insure the purchase of highest quality and lowest cost materials, goods and/or services to ensure sustainable supply
- Interact with Project Management, Sales, Quality and Regulatory Affairs in sourcing goods and services to prevent supply chain issues
- Maintain and analyze Key Supplier Performance Indicators to identify trends and drive improvement actions with the intent to reduce internal and external failure costs
- Review and/or write vendor/supplier agreements to insure appropriate legal terms and conditions on behalf of all sites. Seek legal review as necessary.nsure that all departmental procedures, policies and/or systems are in compliance with government regulations
- B.S. Degree in Chemistry, Engineering or related technical degree
- 3 -5 years experience working in a pharmaceutical or specialty chemical manufacturing environment as a process engineer, chemist or quality professional
- Sourcing, Supplier Management and/or Supplier qualification experience is desired
- Knowledge of cGMP principles
- Knowledge of Customs and FDA importation regulations as defined in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), INCO and domestic shipping terms, and chemical nomenclature such as USP, ACS, CAS#, COA, COC
- Knowledge of Sustainability and RC14001 is preferred
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Consultant, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- 3+ year(s) of professional experience
- Strategic sourcing and negotiations experience in or outside of healthcare
- Experience using e-sourcing tools to manage electronic bidding projects
- Base level understanding of supply contract terms and conditions
- Experience working on a rapidly-growing team L1
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Strategic Sourcing Development Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop and execute a market leading sourcing category and supply base strategy in the Glass category via full market knowledge, supplier base rationalization, and total cost of ownership cost modeling
- Secure components and/or services in the assigned category that will provide competitive advantage in both technology and cost
- Drive change management to continuously improve efficiency, yield and performances
- Work with a cross functional team to drive the supplier selection process and component. qualification both under strict engineering and commercial best practices/disciplines
- Serve as key escalation channel responsible for continuity of supply risk
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Director of RF Strategic Sourcing & RF Subcontracting Engineering Resume Examples & Samples
- Engineer Management Director for Active, Passive, TWTA and SSPA products procured for SSL satellite payloads
- Act as the lead and champion for the Front End Process (FEP) which is responsible for new Payload design and build activities
- Act as the lead and champion for strategic sourcing and technology road map alignment between SSL Payload Systems and RF equipment suppliers
- Lead the Engineering Services team in the support of Payload Systems design, unit specification and the development of the Payload Bill of Materials (BOM) within an aggressive schedule target
- Accountable as the Cost Account Manager (CAM) for all procured RF Payload products
- Manage administration and engineering staff of 35+
- Co-lead supplier management with Supply Chain counterpart oversee all aspects of the procurement process
- Responsible for on-time, to-specification delivery of all RF subcontracted products
- Continuous communication with the Program Management Offices (PMO) and Customers related to technical and delivery aspects of RF products
- Work with the factory to coordinate the delivery, installation and test of all RF hardware
- Work with SSL Payload Managers, Development Engineers (DE) and the Suppliers to quickly resolve any out of specification or failure event
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Strategic Sourcing Consultant Resume Examples & Samples
- 90% of time will be spend delivering work for clients (i.e., a strategic sourcing consultant): 2 service lines: (1) category strategic sourcing and (2) procurement transformation
- Travel 80 - 90% of the time (typically Monday to Thursday); mostly in the domestic US
- 4 yrs of College Education: 3.5 GPA or better; BS in Supply Chain Management from Top program, or equivalent
- An ideal candidate will have experience leading packaging and/or freight sourcing initiatives
- It is important that this person can demonstrate they are capable of performing the two primary job functions as part of the interview process: (1) They will be asked to prepare a sample spend analysis prior to any late stage interviews; (2) They will be asked many questions around prior project management related experiences wherein they led and were accountable; (3) They will be asked to submit a written report sample
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Dir Ent Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor Degree in Business or related field plus 10 years of experience in Operations, Sourcing, Finance, Consulting, Sales, or Retail OR 13 years of experience in Operations, Sourcing, Finance, Consulting, Sales, or Retail without a degree
- 5 years of leadership experience with direct report responsibility
- 3 years of experience budgeting and strategic planning
- 3 years of project management experience
- Demonstrated experience with negotiations
- Demonstrated experience working closely with senior leadership (VP and above)
- Demonstrated knowledge of designated spend categories
- Demonstrated understanding of all aspects of strategic sourcing processes and capabilities (e.g., category management, strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract management, benchmarking, spend analytics, performance management, training and education, etc.)
- Proficient with MS Office Suite
- Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA)
- 12 years of experience in Management, Operations, Sourcing, Finance, Management Consulting, Sales, or Retail
- 5 years of experience in a strategic sourcing role with an annual spend of $500M or more
- 3 years of experience in respective Real Estate, Facilities and Energy or related industry and demonstrated knowledge of designated spend categories
- 3 years of experience working in a large corporate environment
- Demonstrated experience leading and managing change efforts in an organization
- Professional certification e.g., CPSM, C.P.M., PMP, etc
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Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Solicit bids from vendors, review vendors’ responses and coordinate with the discipline engineers to clarify pre-bid queries for compliance with requirements, perform pricing analysis, and recommend contract awards that result in best value procurement
- Prepare commercial bid tabulations, conduct commercial negotiation and conclude on techno commercial requirements
- Draft, handle and negotiate all commercial matters pertaining to Purchase Orders. Obtain award acceptance from bidders. Perform pre walk on checklist to make vendors understand the scope
- Handle and negotiate variations and claims arising after placement of orders. Locate and source with alternate vendors in case of problems with primary vendors
- Lines shipped on-time to customer requested date, On Time Delivery (OTD)
- Handle shipments with the freight forwarder and ensure that all shipping documents, bill of lading, certificate of origin, etc. are correct for smooth movement of materials
- Develop Project Procurement Plans and manage the execution of them
- Teaming up with Applications Engineering on firm bids and helping create the As Sold Materials Budget and developing the associated Project Procurement Plan, which break-out the costing of the major material categories and defines the sourcing strategies that will be executed should we be awarded the project
- Ensure materials are purchased at or below the budget / standard cost to drive material savings and enhance the as booked gross margins on our projects
- Utilize advanced negotiation concepts to fully maximize our material savings potential
- Implement pricing agreements as required with key suppliers
- Manage and control material master data
- Improve working capital by extending payment terms and procuring materials Just In Time (JIT) to meet project requirements
- Work with accounting department in resolution of invoicing issues
- Identify, evaluate and monitor risks to PALL related to selection of alternate vendor proposals
- To ensure the commodity strategy is applied in supplier selection
- Select and qualify suppliers as per the corporate processes and tools and coordinate with Quality Department,
- Perform a vendor evaluation and site audit when required with the vendor
- Develop the regional supply base to ensure Pall’s business objectives are met for both direct material and outsourced services
- Maintain existing vendor relationship and initiate potential new vendor relationship Continuously improve supplier performance and relationships through a documented and quantitative Supplier Evaluation Program Be the principal contact for all commercial and contractual matters
- Handle other tasks as assigned from time to time
- Have an understanding of the Oil & Gas industry
- Team player who is able to drive and deliver results under pressure
- Strong communication & conflict resolution skills
- Bachelor’s degree and 4 years’ experience or, Associates with 8 years’ experience, or a High School Diploma with 15 years’ experience in strategic sourcing
- 3+ years of experience in handling procurement activities
- Proficient in the use of MS Office computer applications including Word, Excel and Power Point
- To follow relevant legal requirements and the Company Environmental Health & Safety Policy and procedures
- To keep your work area tidy and free from hazards
- Report and address any Environmental, Health and Safety incidents or near misses
- To comply with site EHS regulations during site visits
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Head of Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- A degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management or Engineering required
- 10+ years experience in manufacturing operations or sourcing environment across all commodities
- 7+ years direct experience in managing the supply chain function
- 7+ years managing people
- Global supply chain and commodity management experience managing cross functional teams in a fast pace product company
- Familiarity with world-class sourcing methods and tools - should cost modeling
- Extensive negotiation experience of large or multi-year supply agreements with global suppliers with a proven track record in cost reduction
- Knowledge and experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies
- Exceptional ability to solve problems and coordinate with global team members
- Ability to be innovative in issues related to strategic sourcing, vendor relations, quality assurance and the associated measurement systems
- Strong analytical skills (i.e. cost modeling, quotation analysis, supplier selection)
- Expertise in the use of Microsoft Excel and Supply & Demand planning tools
- MA/MS/MBA degree preferred
- Change Management experience
- Must possess excellent business judgment, strong written and oral communication skills, and a practical, common sense approach to getting things done
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Strategic Sourcing Business Partner Resume Examples & Samples
- Building and maintaining sourcing commodity strategy in line with the global procurement strategy
- Performs all sourcing actions for a given commodity with excellent knowledge on product, supply market, its players and contracting techniques
- Investigates, selects and develops sources of supplies in order to minimize supply risk and total cost of ownership, issues bid requests and review quotations
- Negotiates contracts between Barco and supplier in order to maximize value for Barco (price, flexibility, risk, product advantage, etc)
- Optimal management of supply sources with minimum total landed cost
- Supplier KPI performance management
- Full ownership (on all levels and subjects) of the relationship between Barco and the supplier
- Assists the Logistic Buyers in the operational purchasing activities in case of repetitive default and/or deviations from contract
- Oversee organizational NPP (Non-Production Procurement) contract development and management activities, and enforce procurement organizational principles for integrity and compliance. Ensure that contracts and proposals are properly entered into databases and securely maintained
- Serve as primary organizational contact during contract negotiations. Engage relevant stakeholders in negotiation decisions involving legal or regulatory requirements, contract standards and cost targets
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Strategic Sourcing Intern Resume Examples & Samples
- Interacting with internal customers and suppliers regarding required specifications pricing, availability, and delivery of ad hoc/non-catalog procurement requests
- Performing necessary systematic corrective action on issues related to supplier purchase orders or contract non-compliance
- Supporting service and material buyers with ad hoc reporting and special project assistance
- Supporting contract management in the execution of accurate and timely agreements
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or graduate degree program at an accredited university
- Less than three (3) years of work experience. When calculating work experience, EXCLUDE internships or positions held while in high school or college
- Authorization to work in the US without Company sponsorship now AND in the future
- Relocation to Fort Worth, Texas for the summer
- Valid State ID or Driver's License
- Demonstrate the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities listed above
- Demonstrate leadership skills
- Express ideas and information in a clear and concise manner
- Recognize and respond effectively to unexpected situations and tight deadlines
- Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing task priorities and work situations
- Demonstrate ability to complete tasks regardless of obstacles
- Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above
- Pursuit of a degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Marketing, or other Business related degree
- Graduation date prior to September 1, 2018
- Basic quantitative analysis skills
- Knowledge in data extraction techniques using SAS, GQL, or Crystal reports
- Ability to demonstrate basic project and time management skills
- Proficiency in MS Office Applications (specifically Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
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Strategic Sourcing Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- 1) Bachelor degree in discipline related to functional work or role with 5-7 years of relevant work experience OR demonstrated ability to meet the job requirements through a comparable number of years of applicable work experience
- 2) Able to apply broad work experience and knowledge when analyzing complex problems. Must be able consistently identify critical elements, variables and alternatives to develop solutions. Must be able to organize/prioritize existing resources and incorporate new information, as needed, to implement the most effective solutions. Able to communicate clearly and courteously with those who need to know of decisions/actions/problems. Able to apply excellent business acumen and collaborative skills when resolving problems
- 3) Able to apply excellent functional computer knowledge in utilizing Microsoft Windows, MAC, or other technical tools in completing assignments. Able to apply expertise in all the tools or applications used to complete work assignments. Able to mentor junior level team members in the use of tools and/or systems in the position
- 4) Requires excellent communication skills with ability to state messages in a clear manner by using language that is easy for others to understand. Able to explain programs policies and procedures in language that is understood by others
- 5) Must be able to modify communication style both formal and informal to match the appropriate level of the audience targeted
- 6) Requires strong understanding of the impact of a message on the organization or customer
- 7) Able to write with the clarity and precision necessary for the work being performed
- 8) Developed expertise in the factors and key influences affecting sourcing and supplier mgmt
- 9) Skilled in applying the tools and techniques of competitive and collaborative purchasing
- 10) Skilled in creating work plans and programs for implementation of sourcing process improvements and tools
- 11) Strong Project Management and mentoring skills required. Developed expertise in price and cost analysis tools/techniques
- 12) Strong knowledge with negotiating contracts
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Strategic Sourcing Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- High School diploma or GED required, 4 year degree preferred
- Knowledge of and experience using Internet and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Email)
- 2 years Supply Chain experience preferred
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Strategic Sourcing Business Analyst Resume Examples & Samples
- Bring value to the business as a trusted advisor that delivers spend, supplier, industry, and cost/benefit analytics that drive demand management and best sourcing decisions
- As a change agent, accelerate Source-to-Pay’s process and tools maturity. Drive process standardization and consistency to reduce risk for Intuit. Influence the technology roadmap to ensure resources and tools address category leadership needs
- Bring sourcing best practices to bear through external networking and benchmarking. Translate industry intelligence into actionable category insights
- Proactively influence category leaders and sourcing operations to broaden thinking of sourcing strategies based on findings and interpretation
- Report on key performance indicators and analytics that improve supplier performance management, compliance, cycle time and process savings. Make organizational context and information accessible for S2P
- Lean into experimentation to tackle difficult, ambiguous business problems. Apply innovation and creativity to lead transformational projects across S2P
- Experience in business analytics preferred, with experience in sourcing/procurement/supply chain or related field
- BA/BS required; MBA or equivalent from a nationally recognized institution preferred
- Possesses the technical skills to synthesize and interpret Big Data. Experience with relational databases, SQL, data modeling, and basic programming preferred
- Exceptional analytical, communication, project management, and presentation skills. Highly detail-oriented
- Proactively works directly with business partners and executives with moderate to minimal guidance from manager
- Exhibits high levels of judgment, innovation and creativity. Effective use of inquiry and advocacy to work through barriers
- Demonstrated leadership track record – able to drive change and influence others
- Experience working in the High-Tech or Financial Services sector preferred
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Capital Procurement Execution Lead-strategic Sourcing & Procurement Resume Examples & Samples
- 30% Procurement Lead
- 50% Project Execution
- 5+ years in Capital Sourcing or Project Engineering Experience
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Senior Analyst, Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Analyze spend, purchasing, inventory, logistics, financial, and commodity index data to develop insights into how Ross can improve its procurement, create savings, improve quality, reduce business risks, and improve customer service
- Maintain created savings through development of data models, frameworks, and trackers to ensure that Ross is achieving the savings that were created through Strategic Sourcing activities
- Work with team to conduct pricing analysis and negotiations
- Support the writing of contracts including Master Services Agreements, Statements of Work, and Service Level Agreements
- Synthesize results of analysis into clear recommendations. These recommendations should be easily summarized as well as expanded in detail, depending on situational requirements
- Work with stakeholders to understand sourcing needs, product specifications, pricing targets, and sourcing constraints
- Develop, manage, and evaluate the RFx process from start-to finish
- Drive sourcing activities through e-sourcing tools
- Synthesize insights in purchasing and inventory patterns and interface with the Purchasing team to execute based on these insights
- Work with Purchasing team to develop insights into inventory and purchasing patterns which improve accuracy and reduce errors
- BA/BS preferably with an analytical focus (e.g. Economics, Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain). Degree from a top school is a plus
- Minimum of 3+ years post-college experience. Experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Management Consulting or Retail is a plus
- Must be highly motivated as this is a fast pace, high growth opportunity
- Must have a data-driven approach to solving problems
- Requires very strong quantitative skills and a good sense of how to dissect problems. Must have experience in dealing with large data sets and integrating multiple data inputs into scenario analysis
- Must have very close attention to details and the drive to get things right with minimal supervision
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Mgr Strategic Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples
- Working with stakeholders to understand and forecast upcoming purchasing needs
- Developing sourcing strategies
- Sourcing of IT services and software, computer hardware/systems
- Facilitate market research and perform internal data collection and analytics
- Purchase order and supply chain management
- Managing relationships with suppliers, internal stakeholders and business partners
- Leading supplier performance reviews