Strategic Sourcing Manager I

Job Description

The Sourcing Manager is responsible for the planning and execution of equipment, smallwares and technology contracting initiatives that result in successful contracts that support the needs of our customers. The Manager will develop a plan to conduct the initiative that leverages best practices and sound processes. Also, the role requires judgment to adjust the process to enable creating a successful contract in an efficient manner. Additionally, the Manager will oversee a portfolio of contracts in which s/he will ensure the supplier meets their contract commitments and that customers? needs are being met.

Preferred Locations: Philadelphia, PA and Rockville, MD

Position Reports to Director, Strategic Sourcing

Job Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

• Implements all aspects for initiatives, i.e., identify the opportunities, solicit input at the appropriate times, lead supplier negotiations, drive productivity and savings
• Build and maintain supplier relationships; hold suppliers accountable to deliver contractual commitments
• Author Initiative Strategy Worksheets (ISWs) by thoughtfully planning initiatives; manages annual plan by creating realistic timelines and meeting milestones, communicates initiative status; leads effective supplier negotiation and pricing strategy development efforts which integrates Avendra?s principles and value proposition
• Lead Business Ownership activity for his/her portfolio of contracts

• Assist Category Strategy Leaders with development of category strategies in his/her area of responsibility
• Collaborate with other internal departments to ensure contracts are delivering maximum potential
• Collaborate with clients as needed

• Functional/Technical Skills
• Problem Solving & Analytical Skills
• Quality & Continuous Improvement
• Relationship Building
• Business Acumen (P3 and above)
• Negotiation (P1 and above)

• Strong technical sourcing knowledge; experience negotiating contracts and understanding of the negotiation process (understanding facts, presenting alternatives and thinking creatively)
• Knowledge of the food, hospitality and facilities equipment and supplies categories or ability to develop knowledge of new categories. Strategic sourcing experience in smallwares or kitchen equipment categories is a plus
• Detail-oriented, open thinker/idea generator
• Ability to manage more than one initiative at once
• Excellent interpersonal, written/verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong analytical thinking that leads to objective, fact-based decision making
• Ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Strong project management capabilities
• Ability to develop category and product knowledge in areas in which no or limited experience
• Ability to develop a contract that meets clients? business needs
• Ability to build strong relationships at all levels within Aramark, GPOs, Clients and Suppliers
• Knowledge of process workflow tools is a plus
• Expert skills of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.