Indirect Procurement Manager with Expertise in Strategic Sourcing
hace 2 semanas
Company Overview
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, we are a world leader in serving science. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Indirect Procurement Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our procurement organization, you will play a critical role in developing and executing sourcing strategies that drive cost savings and improve operational efficiency across our indirect categories.
Main Responsibilities:
- Lead contract lifecycle process, including uploading contracts, developing standard templates, and monitoring/tracking expiry;
- Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms for assigned spending categories;
- Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation is translated to RFP and contracts as appropriate;
- Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking to inform sourcing decisions;
- Negotiate contract terms of agreement and pricing delivering and recording annual P&L savings;
- Support projects assigned for various sourcing activities;
- Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness;
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior sourcing generalists on category-specific requirements;
Functional & Technical Skills:
The ideal candidate will possess excellent category-specific sourcing and category management skills in key portfolios of Indirect Spend (Professional Services, IT Products, and Facilities Management). You will have expert understanding of multi-step strategic sourcing processes and strategies, experience negotiating agreements/contracts with suppliers, and strong experience with sourcing process, supplier management, contract negotiations, and procure-to-pay operations.
Leadership & Behavioural Attributes:
- You will thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, be a self-starter who looks for ways to improve existing processes;
- Have a strong customer service orientation, keen to deliver on internal customer needs;
- Desire to mentor and coach junior team members;
- Be an analytical thinker who makes decisions using data and insights;
Experience & Qualifications:
- A minimum of 8 years of procurement experience within Indirect categories (Professional Services, IT Products, Facilities Management);
- Proven working experience as purchasing manager, agent, or officer;
- Degree in supply chain management, operations, business administration, or related field;
- High level of English language competency (verbal and written).
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