Lead project execution and drive innovation within procurement function at ABB across global stakeholders, ensuring effective collaboration and deliverables.
About the role
- Sourcing Lead responsible for researching and developing sources of supply for various commodities. Delivering corporate-wide sourcing savings while leading cross-organizational teams and initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for researching and developing sources of supply for various commodities
- Deliver corporate-wide sourcing savings that meet or exceed fiscal year targets
- Provide overall leadership of cross-organizational teams that develop and execute sourcing initiatives
- Develop policies, procedures and drive cost management methodologies throughout the organization
- Partner with Legal Affairs and divisional vendor management groups in selection, development, and negotiation of high dollar value/high risk contracts
- Serve as a strategic partner to key business leaders, addressing needs and challenges
- Drive continuous improvement of procurement processes across the enterprise
- Support development and execution of overall commodity strategy, identifying opportunities for improvement and optimization
- Provide oversight for enterprise-wide sourcing projects throughout the full sourcing lifecycle
- Lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives, including new contracts, onboarding new suppliers, managing demand or specification changes
- Analyze procurement data to drive value, maximize supplier ROI, and inform strategic sourcing decisions
- Manage supplier selection activities, leveraging RFx tools and processes
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships by applying supplier-management best practices
- Collaborate with Manager, Sourcing & Supplier Management to develop annual sourcing and cost-management plans
Requirements
- Minimum Highschool diploma or GED
- Prefers an MBA degree.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement
- Minimum 5 years of experience in RFP development and contract negotiation
- Proven experience leading complex contract negotiations
- Strong background in IT sourcing, including IT professional services and IT security
- Certified Purchasing Supply Manager (CPSM)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision)
- Retirement Plans
- Generous PTO
- Incentive Plans
- Wellness Programs
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
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