IT Sourcing Manager at Valmet developing IT sourcing strategies and managing vendor relationships. Leading competitive bids and ensuring compliance in technology procurement and transformations.
About the role
- Sr. Manager, Procurement managing vendor relationships and procurement strategies at T-Mobile. Leading a high-performing team to enhance supply chain effectiveness and compliance.
Responsibilities
- Oversees a team of vendor management professionals, providing guidance and leadership to enhance performance.
- Manages vendor and strategic supplier relationships to secure advantageous terms and maintain supply chain reliability.
- Develops vendor management strategies that align with organizational goals and ensures cost-efficiency.
- Implements best practices and innovative solutions to improve the vendor management process.
- Ensures compliance with internal and external policies and regulations within the procurement department.
- Interacts regularly with internal and external executives to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree Business, Finance, Technology, or Engineering (Required)
- Master's/Advanced Degree Business Administration or Supply Chain Management (Preferred)
- 7-10 years - Experience in leading and managing procurement processes and supply chain operations in a technology or wireless industry required.
- 7-10 years - Experience in developing and negotiating complex agreements with suppliers, including key program specifications and objectives required.
- 7-10 years - Experience in implementing procurement strategies and solutions to enhance supply chain effectiveness and cost-efficiency required.
- Vendor Management- Expertise in managing and negotiating with vendors to secure favorable terms and maintain supply chain efficiency. (Required)
- Strategic Planning- Ability to develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the organization's overall business goals. (Required)
- Problem Solving- Capability to identify and resolve complex issues within the procurement process to ensure operational continuity and efficiency. (Required)
- Negotiation- Proficient in negotiation to achieve optimal contract terms and cost savings while maintaining quality and service standards. (Required)
- Analytics- Strong analytical skills to assess procurement metrics and performance, facilitating data-driven decision making. (Required)
- Supply Chain Management- Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain operations including planning, forecasting, and inventory control. (Required)
- Communication- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders and lead executive-level presentations. (Required)
- Financial Analysis- Ability to perform financial analysis to evaluate vendor proposals and the overall cost-effectiveness of procurement activities. (Required)
- Change Management- Skills in managing change within the procurement department to adopt new processes and technologies effectively. (Preferred)
Benefits
- medical, dental and vision insurance
- flexible spending account
- 401(k)
- employee stock grants
- employee stock purchase plan
- paid time off
- up to 12 paid holidays
- paid parental and family leave
- family building benefits
- back-up care
- enhanced family support
- childcare subsidy
- tuition assistance
- college coaching
- short- and long-term disability
- voluntary AD&D coverage
- voluntary accident coverage
- voluntary life insurance
- voluntary disability insurance
- voluntary long-term care insurance
- mobile service & home internet discounts
- pet insurance
- access to commuter and transit programs
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