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Strategic Sourcing Leader
| Company | Werfen |
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| Location | San Diego, CA, USA |
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| Salary | $85000 – $130000 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | |
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| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
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Requirements
- Strong leadership and strategic thinking abilities.
- Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
- Experience with supplier risk management and business continuity planning.
- High proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced procurement analytics.
- Ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
Responsibilities
- Develop and lead global sourcing strategies to drive cost savings, risk mitigation, and supplier performance improvements.
- Establish and maintain strong supplier partnerships, negotiating long-term agreements to secure strategic supply.
- Lead supplier contract negotiations and management to drive successful agreements that align with business objectives and optimize cost, quality, and service.
- Lead cross-functional teams in supplier selection, qualification, and onboarding processes.
- Implement supplier performance management programs, including scorecards and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Drive innovation by collaborating with R&D, Operations, and Quality teams to enhance product development and sourcing strategies.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and corporate procurement policies.
- Mentor and develop procurement team members, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Stay informed about market trends, supply chain disruptions, and regulatory changes to proactively address potential risks.
Preferred Qualifications
No preferred qualifications provided.
