Job Description
Responsibilities
Deliver sourcing and procurement engagements in the areas of strategic cost reduction, sourcing optimization, procurement transformation, including but not limited to:
Define and execute sourcing optimization initiatives such as direct/ indirect/ capex sourcing, cost take-out, category management, should-cost modeling, procure-to-pay transformation, spend management solutions, etc.
Identify, evaluate and prioritize sourcing opportunities through in-depth spend analysis, market research, etc.
Work collaboratively with other team members to identify key insights and profit-growth opportunities
Implement and execute ideas, capturing tangible improvement to the bottom line
Support execution of various stages of strategic cost reduction, zero based budgeting and operations value transformation programs
Support in business development activities such as responding to proposal requests, conducting roadshows/demos, staffing management, people engagement, asset development, etc.
Address both strategic and operational supply chain issues within Sourcing and Procurement
Driving, supervising and reviewing technology diagnosis and value assessments to identify value creation opportunities for clients
Guiding team through problem definition, issue identification and work plan development using problem solving principles and past experience
Work effectively within groups of highly talented individuals and contribute to the development and implementation of strategies (e.g. category management, spend analyses, reverse auctions, supplier contract management, contract negotiations, etc.)
Manage the collection and analysis of large amounts of data, develop key insights / findings, and propose solutions to various Supply Chain issues.
Gather client requirements, such as spend, other accounting data, etc.
Develop supplier market intelligence, understand supplier market economics, develop pricing benchmarks.
Facilitate compliance to sourcing processes.
Identify and maximize addressable spend.
Requirements:
8+ years of progressive industry and/or consulting experience in related industry: preferably in Automotive, IT/High-tech, Industrial/Consumer Goods, Banking and Finance, Retail/General Merchandising Store (GMS), Logistics Services
Ability to define and execute end-to-end sourcing and procurement processes including category management and procurement analytics, supplier management, sourcing, contracts & order/goods receipt/invoice management
Strong technical understanding of factors driving pricing and possess experience in direct negotiations with suppliers.
Excellent data analytics, data interpretation and insights finding skills
Strong problem-solving skills, ability to think on their feet and able to develop creative solutions
Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
Cross-cultural competence with an ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
Demonstrate strong ability to interpret business case solutions into quantifiable customer values.
Should be diplomatic, flexible, and have a good team approach.
Demonstrate a strong track record of solving complex business issues and delivering client satisfaction.
