Strategic Sourcing Manager
Introduction
We are looking for Procurement Sourcing Managers with Strategic Sourcing Category SMEs, who will be leading a set of teams and directly engaging with the Client Sourcing Team under the CPO organization of a Global Healthcare Life science client based out of North America. This role will be aligned in one or multiple categories across Direct, Indirect, Enterprise, and R&D and engages in complex sourcing projects providing thought leadership and play advisory role to the Client Stakeholder. You will be responsible for end-to-end sourcing for one or more of the categories listed above driving proven results and leading a team of 5-10 members. This role requires 11-15 years of experience in procurement operations.
Your role and responsibilities
• Lead high-complexity RFx processes
• Drive strategic sourcing aligned with business goals
• Manage senior stakeholder relationships
• Lead contract negotiations for high-value agreements
• Develop procurement governance frameworks
• Mentor global procurement teams
• Collaborate with legal, finance, and operations
• Utilize advanced analytics and market intelligence
• Champion digital procurement tools and automation
• Ensure alignment with compliance standards
• Work with stakeholders and management efficiently
• Positive attitude, planning, curiosity, self-discipline
Category execution (complex projects)
• Localization for global agreements (expertise and support)
• Contract management and administration (complex requirements, BU/client/supplier engagement)
• Sourcing/RFx management (engagement based on complexity)
• NDA/CDA negotiation (direct negotiation)
• Cost modeling (client discussions and presentations)
• Supplier performance management (client/supplier discussions and presentations)
• Scorecard oversight and category-specific guidance
• Financial health reporting (complex requirements)
• Market intelligence and supplier identification (assessment and guidance)
• Back-office escalations and support (geo-specific leadership engagement)
• Policies, Procedures and Program Management
• Lead procurement strategy development and policy reviews
• Escalate service-impacting issues and drive resolution
• Category Management and Sourcing Execution
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and annual planning
• Analyze spend data and identify optimization levers
• Align sourcing strategy with category strategy and business rules
• Finalize business requirements and budgets with senior stakeholders
• Evaluate market trends and supplier capabilities
• Document sourcing processes and ensure compliance
Sourcing Execution
• Lead high-complexity RFx events
• Create and manage RFx documents and bid processes
• Evaluate supplier proposals and lead negotiations
• Prepare contracts and award letters
• Coordinate NDA/CDA creation and legal reviews
• Drive strategic supplier selection and contracting
• Contract and Compliance Administration
• Oversee contract implementation and stakeholder communication
• Lead change management and supplier onboarding
Category Buying Desk
• Oversee tactical buying strategy and supplier engagement
• Approve supplier lists and specifications
• Review savings tracking and reporting
• Cost Modelling and Supplier Performance
• Lead cost modelling and financial analysis
• Drive supplier performance through KPIs and QBRs
• Support supplier onboarding and compliance
Other Middle Office Activities
• Lead market intelligence and ESG data initiatives
• Drive reporting and dashboard enhancements
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• Lead digitalization efforts and tool deployments (e.g., OTM, Power BI, Sievo)
• Contribute to process innovation and automation
• Escalation and Request Management
1. Resolve P2P escalations and refer unresolved issues
2. Manage non-automated client requests via Intake Workflow System
3. Execute stakeholder requests not requiring S2P Lead support
Work the shift hours to support North America time zone (6:30 pm IST to 3:30 am IST/7.30 pm to 4.30 am IST)
Required education
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred education
Bachelor's Degree
Required technical and professional expertise
• Required Professional and Technical Expertise:
• Bachelor's or master's degree in business, Supply Chain, or related field
• 11-15 years of experience in strategic sourcing and team management
• Proven track record in managing complex sourcing projects
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
• Expertise in ERP systems and procurement technologies
• Experience in global procurement governance and compliance
Preferred technical and professional experience
• Required Professional and Technical Expertise:
• Bachelor's or master's degree in business, Supply Chain, or related field
• 11-15 years of experience in strategic sourcing and team management
• Proven track record in managing complex sourcing projects
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
• Expertise in ERP systems and procurement technologies
• Experience in global procurement governance and compliance
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