Drive sourcing strategies, procurement activities, and supplier management for IT category
Create and update sourcing strategies, review spend, manage supplier relationships, and lead cross-functional teams
Lead cross functional teams to develop and implement global sourcing strategies that improve quality, delivery, service, total cost of ownership, cash flow and mitigate risk
Monitor global category market conditions, supplier innovation, technology roadmaps and identify supply/demand challenges & opportunities
Establish strong supplier relationships, manage category spend and supplier performance, act as primary escalation point
Conduct Quarterly Business reviews to measure supplier performance
Oversee supplier selection process and develop/execute negotiation strategies
Ensure commercial terms documented and NDAs, SOWs and Purchase Agreements executed
Perform contract life-cycle management and drive cost reduction and avoidance initiatives
Perform total cost and pricing analysis and monitor industry trends to achieve lowest TCO
Proactively identify and mitigate supply risk and lead projects as required
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree; Degree in business, supply chain or engineering related discipline preferred
5+ years relevant experience leading a procurement category in sourcing, negotiating, contracting, supplier management and project management
Prior experience in IT global strategic sourcing and supplier management using strategic category management techniques
In depth knowledge of IT market and other industry trends such as SaaS, cloud etc
Deep understanding of software trends, commercial models, and industry-specific terminology
Proven track record of leading complex sourcing initiatives and contract negotiations
Success in selecting suppliers and negotiating contracts
Experience using benchmarking and cost analysis tools
Ability to influence and lead at senior levels
Prior experience working in a fast paced dynamic environment
Proficient with Microsoft Windows and Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel
Medical device or manufacturing experience highly preferred
Benefits
Hybrid working arrangements
Up to 20% domestic and international travel
Note: salary range excludes bonus, equity, or benefits (comp details not exhaustive)
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