Position Type: Sourcing Manager
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Hourly rate: $72.00
Contractor benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k
Job Description:
The Sourcing Manager has extensive knowledge of business enterprise tools (e.g. SAP) and the overall procurement process / methodology, such as documenting requirements, conducting analysis and negotiations, and communicating with stakeholders and suppliers. The role has a strong understanding of internal stakeholder functions and requirements and effectively translates business needs into procurement requirements.
By efficiently and effectively executing the procurement process end-to-end, the Sourcing Manager ensures that end user demand and expectations are satisfied. In addition to providing high levels of internal customer service, the role also contributes to overall savings opportunity identification and delivery.
Primary Responsibilities
Core Accountabilites:
Perform procurement operations activities - Execute procurement operations activities within Region or site ensuring a focus on efficiency, compliance, and the quality of customer service. This includes the following actions:
Understand end user requirements as received directly or indirectly.
Leverage the applicable category guidance documents and procurement
knowledge to determine the best method for driving value in meeting the
request.
Execute support requests, applying continuous improvement methodologies
where possible.
Ensure compliance to applicable policies, standards and operating procedures
in order to maintain the organizations right to operate.
o Communicate the status, progress, and outcomes of procurement activities.
o Support the creation and review of relevant purchasing documentation.
Maintain information flows - Responsible for maintaining strong information flows back to the Category Management teams in the event of:
High-value or non-standard requests (i.e. those not covered by guidelines).
Opportunities to aggregate demand and generate additional leverage
Regular submission of operations data and requirements to develop new strategies
Apply sourcing process - Application of the sourcing process (RfIs, RfQs, RfPs) for the delivery of sourcing activity, incl. the application of eSourcing tools. Support the implementation of new processes, policies, and technologies.
Ensure contract compliance - Leads negotiations and contract drafting and is responsible to ensure all contracts with suppliers align to Category Strategy. Follow the defined processes to ensure contracts developed are compliant and effectively implemented at a global, regional and local level (as needed) including both terms and conditions and sign off procedures
Collaborate with support functions - Collaborate on an as-needed basis with relevant business support functions (e.g. Accounts Payable) to drive operational efficiencies and maximum value-add to the business.
Monitor targets and KPIs - Ensure that Direct Procurement Operations targets and metrics on customer service are delivered. Track and monitor these metrics where required, and escalate issues as they arise.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) - Support CSR initiatives related to (candidate) suppliers, e.g. supplier diversity, anti-bribery, animal welfare, etc.
Training - Perform continuous professional development activities and ensure up to date training in processes and systems relevant to the position
Education, experience and skills
Required:
University degree, with Business related or Supply Chain degree preferable
Business level fluency in English
5+ years with procurement experience in strategic sourcing, global category management, complex procurement contracting and operational category efficiency projects
7+ years overall business experience, including working within a regulated industry for regulated categories with familiarity of relevant legal risks and issues
Proven financial and business acumen (i.e. total cost of ownership, cost modelling)
Experience or demonstrated understanding in supporting cost reduction and value improvement programs
Excellent communication skills and demonstrated understanding of translating business requirements into procurement specifications with customer service in mind
Change management and process improvement skills
Knowledgeable in systems and process for efficient management of contract documentation, templates and processing tools (e.g. eSourcing, eAuction)
Desired:
Documented international Strategic Sourcing or cost reduction experience
Experience in operational excellence or continuous improvement methodologies
Life/Sciences experience
Professional purchasing (e.g. CIPS, ISM) or Finance related licenses or certifications
Experience with enterprise systems and procure-to-pay tools and eSourcing tools
Competence or fluency in other sub-region languages is strongly encouraged
Travel requirements: Minimal 10%
Must be U.S. Person for purposes of Export Compliance.
EEO Statement Apollo Professional Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status or characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.
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