Strategic Sourcing Manager

hace 1 mes


Santa Cruz, Costa Rica Thermo Fisher Scientific A tiempo completo

**Job Overview**

We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Sourcing Manager to join our team at Thermo Fisher Scientific. This is a key role that plays an integral part in developing and implementing sourcing strategies across multiple categories.

**Key Responsibilities:**

The successful candidate will be responsible for executing spot buys, sourcing events, and projects related activities with spend up to $10M. They will craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms for assigned spend categories, research potential vendors, develop and execute RFPs for spend between $100-$10M, and partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation is translated to RFPs and contracts as appropriate.

**Competencies & Skills:**

The ideal candidate should have strong experience with sourcing processes, supplier management, contract negotiations, and procure-to-pay operations. They should also have expertise in ERP systems, spend analytics, eSourcing, and contract management systems, as well as excellent category-specific sourcing and category management skills in key portfolios of spend in Direct (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Packaging or Chemicals). Additionally, they should have a thorough understanding of multi-step strategic sourcing processes and strategies, experience negotiating agreements/contracts with suppliers, and knowledge of procurement processes, tools, and best practices.

**Requirements & Qualifications:**

To be considered for this role, candidates should have 4+ years of procurement experience within Direct categories (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical,) and proven working experience as a buyer, senior buyer, purchasing specialist agent, or officer. A degree in supply chain management, operations, or business administration is desirable, as is a high level of English language competency (verbal and written).

**Estimated Salary Range:** $80,000 - $120,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.



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