Category Manager, Indirect Sourcing

The primary responsibility of this position is to execute sourcing strategies and supplier management strategies for Technology suppliers to reduce costs without compromising quality. The Category Manager – Indirect Sourcing will be responsible for global category analysis, leading the RFx process, and negotiating contracts with suppliers.  The individual will be responsible for strategic sourcing, negotiations, and management of major global contracts for the company. This position will support the management of high complex projects by analyzing, reporting and researching, maintaining database information and executing tasks in an efficient and timely manner.
 

DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:  

•    Implement sourcing strategies as directed from management in the Logistics category that results in a sustainable competitive advantage
•    Perform high complexity negotiations
•    Perform complex analysis for proposed pricing
•    Provide input on negotiation and sourcing strategies
•    Ability to lead cross functional team through the procurement process
•    Track, monitor, analyze and report pricing to cross functional departments
•    Maintain sourcing database(s) to ensure reporting is accurate; review and analyze reporting
•    Strong influencing and networking skills as the organization relies on working in cross functional teams across borders
•    Good and up to date knowledge of the Logistics category
•    Strong ability to analyze data and present solutions
•    Manage full lifecycle of contracts for assigned programs of work and key suppliers
•    Conduct periodic market analysis of rates and other commercial terms
•    Negotiate new agreements and SOWs in support of key sourcing areas
•    Ability to take data analysis and build a strong business case for Sr. Management based on Total Cost of Ownership
•    Expeditiously resolve the needs of the internal customer and support supplier relationships
•    Ensure compliance with company purchasing/procurement policies and procedures

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Skills:

•    Effectively communicates ideas in written and verbal communication
•    Strong strategic and analytical skills to develop  complex multi-year strategic business plans
•    Effectively build a pipeline of deals and develop the appropriate resourcing plans.
•    Advanced computer skills
•    Ability multi-task various projects and achieve timely results by effectively and efficiently prioritizing tasks and projects
•    5+ years of leading global sourcing initiatives in Logistics category
•    Must be results oriented
•    Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
•    Intermediate project management skills
•    Team player with ability to work with associates from other countries/regions
•    Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence others without authority
•    Ability to express personal point of view in a constructive and direct manner
•    Fully bilingual English/Spanish
 

Experience:

•     7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, consulting, vendor management, contracts, and/or procurement 
•    5+ years experience in depth experience of contracts and working in Technology category
 

Education:

•    Bachelors Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business or related field
•    CPM/CPSM certified or equivalent or SME experience required 
 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 
•    MBA or JD preferred
•    Six Sigma Black Belt preferred