Develops comprehensive category strategies that align with stakeholder goals and strategies by utilizing market intelligence, demand management, sustainability, supplier diversity and total cost of ownership.
Identifies and elevates areas of highest risk within the category and leads multi-functional teams to develop actionable risk mitigation strategies.
Identify, successfully get support from the appropriate stakeholders, and delivers cost savings projects to meet organizational savings targets.
Develop and provide spend analytics, market research and cost modeling for internal purposes and to business unit client in support of category strategies
Leverage industry knowledge and technology to establish should cost models, identify opportunities for spend leverage and drive supplier negotiations
Actively monitor industry trends and best practices related to category assignments and incorporate them into category and execution plans and present to business unit clients as appropriate.
Research and develop a working knowledge of the assigned commodities/services or areas of responsibilities, including how the commodities/services are made, rendered, specification requirements, and how the commodities/services are used by the Company.
Work with business unit to formulate and define the scope and objective of purchases to fully understand entire purchase/service requirement and to assess risks.
Qualifications:
Requires a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, Computer Science or other related discipline.
3+ years of relevant work experience required in strategic sourcing with responsibilities for large, complex negotiations with vendors and a proven record of achieving bottom-line savings for year-over-year sustainable cost reduction.
Strong analytical mindset that translates to operational strategies.
Has experience with driving value through understanding market dynamics along with a working knowledge of category management principles.
Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
I’ve been with Burnett Specialists since 2012, and I love finding the right fit for both my clients and candidates! My recruiting expertise lies in the Accounting, Finance, and Supply Chain sectors, encompassing roles from C-suite executives to staff professionals. If you're looking to enhance your team or grow your career in these areas, I would love to connect.
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