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Manager Sourcing
New York, NY
Feil-Terry
New York, NY
Manager Sourcing
  • Develops the sourcing strategy for the category and agenda setting with key stakeholders
  • Manage global tender process for Concept Hardware (e.g. Fixtures, Fittings, Mannequins, Hangers) according to industry leading standards and procedures
  • Drive direct sourcing business in partnership with the brand as well as overseas offices, ensuring alignment with business trends and financial goals
  • Developing sourcing strategy
  • Monitor, evaluate and ensure continuous improvement in all aspects of performance including cost, quality, service levels, billing practices, etc
  • Deliver performance reviews and coaching, develop career and training plans, manage employee relations issues, interview and hire
  • Implements and maintains quality Strategic Sourcing tools and processes to facilitate sourcing and deliver cost savings and value added benefits
New York, NY
Manager, Sourcing
New York, NY
Quigley, Koch and Hyatt
New York, NY
Manager, Sourcing
  • Assist with special projects – both analytical and process improvements (i.e. improved management reports, operational processes, etc.)
  • Manage and monitor work process to affect improvement in workflow, costs and efficiency of operations
  • Develop and propose key performance indicators and metrics to analyze supplier total cost and cost savings to the organization
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management
  • Networking, including voice, data, wireless, SIP, conferencing, VOIP, network equipment
  • Responsible for Vendor preparedness during Onsite development workshops viz Costs/samples readiness
  • Own specific supplier relationships and ensure the ongoing management of performance, quality, cost, contractual commitments, etc
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San Francisco, CA
Category Manager, Sourcing
San Francisco, CA
Kris-Zieme
present
San Francisco, CA
Category Manager, Sourcing
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  • Assist the business manager and legal in negotiating terms and conditions related to mitigating identified risk
  • Manages the review process for service provider relationships that impact the Bancorp's Sarbanes Oxley compliance
  • Proficient at developing diverse high-performance talent
  • Develop short to long-term Sourcing strategies and execute multiple events concurrently
  • Develop Sourcing strategies and lead cross-functional teams of business line experts, subject matter experts and Sourcing professionals
  • Finalize contracts and develop communication, transition and implementation plans
  • Assist lines of business with the review and monitoring process to ensure compliance with the OSP Policy
Education Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Business
Bachelor’s Degree in Business
San Diego State University
Bachelor’s Degree in Business
Skills Skills
  • Strong working knowledge of supplier/industry economics and emerging trends, including supplier diversity risk and environmental sustainability
  • Highly comfortable in fast-paced environments and thrives in the face of ambiguity
  • Solid knowledge of purchasing policies, practices and systems, and demonstrates leadership skills
  • Working to strong knowledge of financial services industry
  • Excellent PC skills, proficient in MS applications; particularly Excel
  • Strategic mindset. Able to develop a strategic roadmap and translate into executable plans
  • Strong organizational awareness, and ability to plan and make decisions using sound judgment
  • Highly effective negotiator with an ability to influence executives both internally and externally
  • Capability to learn new categories quickly
  • Knowledge of various quality control procedures/processes
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Analyze complex data to identify sourcing opportunities
  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned commodities
  • Work with business partners to identify new areas of opportunity
  • Remain abreast of internal and external factors affecting commodity areas
  • Continually introduce industry best practices to NBCU and implement where feasible
  • Identify and implement processes and systems to efficiently and effectively manage the space
  • Manage payment and compliance processes and systems
  • Manage RFx process utilizing sourcing best practices
  • Support diversity sourcing initiatives and targets
  • Negotiate and implement deals that maximize cost savings and service levels for NBCU
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal business partners and external suppliers
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or related
  • Minimum 5 years procurement experience in a sophisticated sourcing environment
  • Strong proficiency in all aspects of the sourcing process including: market analysis; RFx development and analysis; strategy development; contract development, negotiations, procure-to-pay and management
  • Basic understanding of facility services and systems for new construction
  • Basic technical understanding in automotive or vehicle systems
  • Highly analytical—able to analyze complex data
  • Strategic Thinking skills including an ability to make sound business judgments related to strategic supply philosophies, and initiatives
  • Effective integrator, collaborator and promoter. Ability to influence toward optimal sourcing outcomes
  • Communication and Interpersonal skills including crisp verbal skills plus effective listening skills; effective facilitation skills
  • Strong managerial and leadership skills to work across all functions and levels of an organization; ability to impact change; effectively establishes high performance standards
  • Focus on innovation & creativity
  • Experience in an entertainment-related business preferred
  • Working knowledge of SAP a definite plus
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Assistant VP Spend Data Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Automation and Development for MI solutions
  • Technical Support and Performance Management
  • Personal and performance development
  • Ideating and implementing varying analytics schemes in MS Office
  • Respond to ad hoc MI requests for categories and clusters
  • Analysis and addition of value add insights in each delivery
  • Partner with the onshore business in understanding the business requirements and providing top quality solutions
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; confident and articulate
  • Ability to communicate and translate complex technology related topics in a non-technology environment
  • Consistent and demonstrably high levels of drive, tenacity and mental energy
  • Experience of working with cross geography teams where virtual working is a necessity
  • Proven track record of taking initiative and of achievement
  • Expert user - MS Office Excel &PowerPoint
  • Advanced user - MS Office Word & Access
  • Significant experience of providing automation and development expertise within a relevant business / function
  • Recent VBA accreditation and/or proven ability of current proficiency
  • Sound knowledge of Business Intelligence tools (e.g. Business Objects, Tableau etc.) and implementation experience to improve MI production efficiency
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Manager, Sourcing Capabilities Resume Examples & Samples

  • Support implementation of strategic cross-functional projects
  • Support sourcing solutions projects / sub modules across multiple countries and sourcing divisions as well as part of cross-functional teams towards achieving defined project goals
  • Support development of processes, structures and frameworks that support the implementation of smart solutions to improve the status quo (together with content experts)
  • Translate business requirements to business specifications for sourcing tools development and conduct business specs approval process with various functions within Global Ops
  • Support project management with respect to project planning, milestone tracking and status updates
  • Align with corresponding stakeholder to ensure project buy in and support
  • Support innovation and change in the sourcing organization
  • Analyse need for smart solutions in the sourcing area
  • Research on fact findings and data analysis to support improvement ideas
  • Identify solution options / scenarios and quantify general improvement potential
  • Support effective change management for process / structural changes
  • Develop training plan, material and schedule for sourcing tools / process implementation and conduct training sessions to stakeholders
  • Ensure newly implemented tools / processes are being rolled-out in a standardized way across the organisation and documented in appropriate materials
  • Follow-up on realisation of targeted benefits
  • Networking and self-development
  • Relationship management / networking within sourcing and supply chain community
  • Ensure continuous learning with respect to sourcing & supply chain trends
  • Able to work independently as well as part of a team
  • High motivation and eagerness to learn
  • Demonstrating initiative and acting result oriented
  • Good understanding of supply chain mechanics from sourcing to customer
  • Knowledge in raw materials management is a plus
  • Degree in supply chain management, business administration or similar
  • Minimum 4 years working experience, ideally in sourcing / supply chain related function for fashion / consumer goods multinationals
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Clients – EVP, SVP, VP, Director levels
  • Solid strategic planning, execution and change management skills
  • Technical and operational proficiency (Oracle, Ariba, MS Office, Financial/Accounting skills)
  • Developed judgment and problem solving skills sufficient to interpret and/or analyze factual and conceptual information with the ability to interpret/adapt general procedures or approaches when formulating responses to problems/issues
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Manager, Sourcing Operations Resume Examples & Samples

  • Create, update and align sourcing related SOP’s
  • Manage Product Creation Process Manager network, key interface to relevant stakeholders for PCPM topics and drive for resolution
  • Facilitate close collaboration between cross-functional teams
  • Provide input and regular update of information necessary for allocation to support the allocation process (e.g. Country of Origin analyses)
  • Analyze and identify ‘best practices’ and roll them out across LO’s
  • Work on “ad hoc” requests for Sourcing operations from T1/T2 or Development side (e.g., Product development process differences between adidas and Reebok)
  • Create and maintain an overview on Sourcing KPIs, identify needs for adjustment of defined KPIs
  • Strong analytical and result orientation
  • Strong planning & organizing skills
  • Pro-active approach and thinking outside of the box
  • Fluent in English, written and verbal
  • Undergraduate university degree from educational entity preferably in related fields
  • Minimum 3 years working experience in project management
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in apparel Industry, product development or related field
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Manager, Sourcing Operations Resume Examples & Samples

  • Support implementation of A&G Sourcing strategy projects and initiatives under a cross-functional environment
  • Support development of A&G Sourcing specific tools, frameworks, processes and procedures to improve the status quo (together with content experts) and to fulfil business requirements
  • Perform research and data analysis to identify improvement areas, develop possible solutions, and quantify general improvement potential
  • Support effective process / structural change management by managing roll-out of new processes, standards and tools in a standardized way across the A&G Sourcing organisation, and developing training plans, materials and schedules for implementation
  • Work as a main contact point in A&G for operational topics and lead the conversation within A&G Sourcing to identify optimal solutions, processes and tools
  • Support efforts to harmonize / standardize processes and structures within A&G Sourcing as well as with other Sourcing divisions
  • Maintain relation and network both within A&G Sourcing and across other divisions / functions
  • Process thinking / end-to-end mindset
  • Good presentation and “story telling” skills
  • High motivation and eagerness to learn and self-development
  • Competent user of Microsoft Office suite
  • Fluent in both verbal & written English
  • Knowledge in manufacturing industry / sporting goods industry is a plus
  • Degree in business administration, supply chain management or similar
  • Minimum 4 years working experience, ideally in sourcing / supply chain related function
  • Project management experience is an advantage
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Manager, Sourcing, .T Category, Intermediate Resume Examples & Samples

  • Sourcing peers and executive - Advising/coordinating/prescribing/implementing
  • Account level supplier relationships - Negotiating for services
  • Strategic sourcing, outsourcing and global resourcing professionals and counterparts in the industry
  • University degree/college diploma, MBA preferred
  • 3-5 years working experience with experience in strategic sourcing, general sourcing, outsourcing and global resourcing supply chain management
  • Strong procurement, sourcing and outsourcing knowledge (strategy framework, levers, tools, and best practices) to identify and implement appropriate procurement, sourcing and outsourcing business strategies
  • Strong working knowledge of supplier/industry economics and emerging trends, including supplier diversity risk and environmental sustainability
  • Aware of/follow all relevant policies, corporate standards, processes, templates developed for sourcing
  • Experience with E-sourcing tools and event methodologies an asset
  • Advanced procurement and sourcing methodology skills
  • Ability to operate in faced past, uncertain environment
  • Strong leadership and teamwork skills as well as advanced relationship management skills
  • Advanced interpersonal and communication skills, including facilitation and presentation skills
  • Contract and relationships background within the relevant sourcing domain
  • Knowledge and awareness of banking and enterprise solutions, and the competitive vendor landscape
  • Strong management and communications skills
  • Track record of effective partnering with internal lines of business and supplier organizations
  • Problem and decision making skills
  • Ability to plan, organize and manage moderately complex sourcing initiatives
  • Developed knowledge of the practices, procedures, and principles of one subject or functional area sufficient to apply in-depth sourcing activities
  • Consults and collaborates with appropriate experts to solve problems
  • Determines appropriate approach for solving a complex problem
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Manager, Sourcing, .T Category Resume Examples & Samples

  • Clients – EVP, SVP, VP, Director levels on an event basis and in ongoing relationship management provide advice, sourcing strategies and recommended approaches to events and negotiations and/or initiative based demand management strategies
  • Corporate Stakeholder - Advising/recommending/reporting
  • Ideal preference LLB and or Paralegal degree/diploma
  • 5-7 years working experience with experience in strategic sourcing, general sourcing, outsourcing and global resourcing supply chain management
  • Working to strong knowledge of financial services industry
  • Working knowledge of regulatory, audit and security policies related to supplier engagement
  • Advanced contract development and negotiation skills
  • Understands supply markets and associated impacts on the business
  • Negotiation skills to plan, prepare team, and to lead moderately complex vendor negotiations
  • Structure problem solving and decision making
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Manager, Sourcing & Production Resume Examples & Samples

  • Demonstrated sourcing and production knowledge
  • Ability to build and maintain lasting relationships between EMS Associates and suppliers
  • Use product frequently for personal testing
  • Ability to balance process and people management
  • Continually learn about the global sourcing and production environment
  • Ability to travel internationally a significant amount of time
  • 7 years experience in sourcing, product development, and production product lines for retail, wholesale or catalog
  • Extensive knowledge of products in managed category
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Merchandise Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Financial responsibility by category. Deliver on financial goals and company KPI’s
  • Manage, train and coach team including New Account Executives to drive high performance
  • Curate the calendar- ensure inventory and events meet the financial goals per day
  • Develop strategic partnerships with Buyer for top vendors
  • Provide direction to Buyer on brand management, curating the event, and building a cohesive assortment that resonates with the zulily customer
  • Develop seasonal category plans
  • Approve Homepage with their team
  • Develop and implement best practices, guidelines and category strategies
  • Aware of market place trends, new business and competitive landscape
  • Collaborate with other category Merchandise Managers to ensure alignment in processes and strategic planning
  • Key Interface
  • 5+ years Senior Manager or Director experience
  • College degree, or relevant work expereince
  • Strong negotiation skills and understanding of merchandising financials and the ability to manage profitability
  • Strong networking skills/ability to form partnerships and create a collaborative environment
  • Experience in hiring, training and managing a team of 15-20+ people
  • Experience in analyzing reports and drawing conclusions/ recommendations
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Category Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Manages the review process for service provider relationships that impact the Bancorp's Sarbanes Oxley compliance
  • Apply knowledge of best practices from throughout the Bancorp as they pertain to the risks associated with outsourcing and other third party service provider relationships
  • Assist the business manager and legal in negotiating terms and conditions related to mitigating identified risk
  • Develop short to long-term Sourcing strategies and execute multiple events concurrently
  • Assist lines of business with the review and monitoring process to ensure compliance with the OSP Policy
  • Coordinate BSP requests and reviews as necessary
  • Ensure contracts, goals, and objectives are aligned with Bancorp objectives
  • Develop relationships with key stakeholders to identify current and future business requirements and strategies for third party service provider arrangements
  • Leads negotiations for service provider agreements and other partnering arrangements
  • Finalize contracts and develop communication, transition and implementation plans
  • May manage 0-4 subordinates and/or peers within the Strategic Sourcing organization
  • Responsible for developing the appropriate talent pool for succession planning
  • BA/BS, BBA, BSC, Bcomm, MBA or equivalent preferred with 6+ years related experience
  • 5 years of business experience, preferably in a banking environment. Combination of one or more of the following skills required: Knowledge of Outside Service Providers, bank operations, auditing, legal, Information Technology, IT Security,SarbanesOxley, Basel and the FDICIA controls assessment
  • Broad knowledge of Risk Management practices and principles
  • The ability to understand and analyze financial data (e.g., validity of balance sheet account balance, P&L variance, volume trends, returns on investments). This includes understanding the relationships among various data to support decision-making
  • Strong relationship building/relationship management skills
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Collaborates with Universal parks IT and related UPR Business Units to optimize strategic sourcing efforts, TCO analysis and develop specific negotiation and pricing strategies for new and existing vendors. Drive overall savings goal for technology category
  • Prepare and execute RFP/RFI in conjunction with internal business partners in the area of technology and related commodity groups
  • Identifies long term sourcing strategy for technology and related commodity groups that can be used globally and nationwide. Also identifies critical long term issues that could affect the planning and decision-making process
  • Hosts periodic meetings with suppliers and business partners to review project performance, procure to pay (P2P) opportunities, and drive continuous improvement
  • 5-7 years’ of experience in strategic sourcing of IT/Technology category including hardware and software
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Manager, Sourcing & Procurement Resume Examples & Samples

  • Effectively and efficiently lead and/or support cross-functional teams of direct reports, virtual team members, and stakeholders through full life-cycle technology sourcing projects, including project planning & management, analysis & strategy, supplier evaluation & selection, negotiation, and implementation
  • Nurture stakeholder relationships with senior technology leaders by serving as a business partner, helping identify critical business requirements and providing strategic and tactical sourcing services that meet or exceed their expectations. Foster a collaborative environment among stakeholders and with other S&P teams that support them. Maintain strong relationships across various functions (e.g., operations, finance, legal, etc.), demonstrate the value-add of leveraging S&P processes and methods, and build enthusiasm and support for their adoption
  • Participate in the joint management of the overall technology category with other managers, including, for example, maintaining/updating strategy in accordance with business objectives; proactively seeking ways to leverage strategies to derive incremental value from projects; and facilitating development of lessons learned to further evolve category or subcategory strategies. Provide input and guidance to subcategory managers responsible for components of the overall technology category strategy
  • Coach and develop direct reports including, for example, providing direction, guidance and performance management input; encouraging and facilitating internal skill/capability development; maintaining an environment that supports career growth and development; and mentoring them on best practices, process improvement opportunities, strategy development, sourcing processes, and similar
  • Seven years of relevant experience, which may include, for example: a) sourcing and procurement of technology-related goods and services, b) experience in a related discipline with exposure to or experience in sourcing of technology-related products and services, c) business development experience identifying, analyzing, and building relationships with suppliers of technology-related products and services, d) management consulting focusing on strategy, operations/supply chain/logistics, and/or technology
  • Minimum of four years at the team lead or project management level
  • Minimum of three years with two or more direct reports
  • Ability to employ strategic analytical models (e.g., Porter's 5 forces)
  • Knowledge of Strategic Sourcing/Procurement or Supply Chain Management/Logistics processes
  • Proven ability to navigate complex organizations and thrive in a collaborative environment that is dependent on proactive communication to ensure the engagement of all necessary internal stakeholders
  • Ability to work independently as well as lead and participate in cross functional teams
  • Ability to conceptualize issues and problems and develop hypotheses around appropriate responses
  • Experience in Media and Entertainment Industry
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Senior Program Manager, Sourcing Operations Resume Examples & Samples

  • Develop and/or maintain stakeholder relationships for planning and managing to the aggressive ‘all-up’ business targets and function-specific goals
  • Champion strategic systems roadmap efforts within the MCIO business and across internal partner teams (Global Procurement, Legal, Engineering, Customers, Suppliers and Finance), influencing for increased automation to move the business forward
  • Engage consistently with corporate procurement, legal, finance and sourcing partners to ensure appropriate compliance and governance, as well as sharing of learnings and best practices
  • Consistently strive for innovative solutions that increase customer satisfaction and reduce overall time to market
  • Engage in a manner that supports relationship building and strong cross team collaboration at all levels throughout the organization
  • Partner with peers, stakeholders, suppliers and customers to align priorities and design an approach for delivering against key initiatives, keeping management informed in an efficient and transparent manner
  • Push the boundaries of the known Procurement models in pursuit of increased business effectiveness
  • Build cross group relationships to drive creative solutions to complex business problems that will sustain over time and align stakeholders
  • Enable and hold accountable stakeholders to deliver to quality work in a timely manner
  • Partner with MCIO peers to define and deliver systems training as needed
  • Demonstrated ability to develop strategic relationships with stakeholders and leveraging those relationships to move the business forward
  • Experience on enterprise projects from requirements to deployment, adoption to ROI validation
  • Strong communicator and active listener who seeks constructive feedback on proposed solutions
  • High integrity individual who seeks win-win and broader organizational benefit while driving toward own goals
  • Demonstrated capability to influence internal stakeholders at varying levels to support business goals
  • Multitasker capable of switching easily and constantly between strategic and tactical work
  • Develop and maintain technical expertise in product functionality and be able to utilize skills effectively to help customers
  • Demonstrated passion for and ability to represent the value and impact of procurement on our partners, teams and overall business goals
  • Fast-learner with excellent business acumen
  • Positive, can-do spirit and proactive problem solver
  • Strong self-discipline and time management skills
  • Strong quantitative and analytical experience
  • 4+ years supply chain experience, with experience working across operations, sourcing and contracts and purchase order management
  • BS/BA degree plus a minimum of four (4) years work experience in the field of supply chain. MBA preferred
  • 4+ years of experience in program and/or project management, preferably in supply chain operations
  • Experience facilitating the design of strategic solutions/systems that span organizational boundaries, preferably with demonstrated experience across core stakeholder organizations
  • Experience in SAP configuration and working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics and Ariba
  • Prior experience building requirements / specification documents
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Manager, Sourcing & Procurement Resume Examples & Samples

  • Serve as a business partner to internal key stakeholders by identifying their critical business requirements and providing procurement services to meet/exceed their expectations
  • Manage staff and drive internal skill/capability development
  • Manage entire sourcing process, including market assessments, RFP and bid strategy development through to contract execution, ensuring compliance with internal controls
  • Ensure cost savings and performance measures are established, tracked and achieved
  • 7 - 10 years of experience in a Sourcing & Procurement environment within a fortune 100 or Entertainment company
  • 3 - 5 years operational staff management experience leading a team of professionals
  • Detailed financial analysis
  • Understanding of external market analysis to ensure best value
  • Experience in drafting and executing contract documents
  • Ability to apply e-procurement technologies
  • Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders at all levels in the organization
  • Demonstrated ability to understand and anticipate he demands of various internal stakeholders across multiple lines of business CPM or similar certification desired
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or Supply Chain required
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Category Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Provides Sourcing methodology expertise when leading Business Line or Bancorp
  • Organizes project team, manages the execution, builds strong partnerships, executes a
  • Proficient at leading, coaching and motivating others
  • Proficient at developing diverse high-performance talent
  • Minimum: BA/BS, 3+ years in Technology environment, 2+ years people-management
  • Expert knowledge of Sourcing methodologies, best practices, strategies, negotiations and
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Manager Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • For all commodities and customers, manage and oversee the supplier/commodity research and analysis activities of the strategic sourcing team
  • Review and analyze all enterprise spend data to determine and/or recommend sourcing strategy for spend categories
  • For the most complex or high value commodities, proactively seek out, research and evaluate sources of supply to provide best service and value for the organization
  • Prepare bid requests, RFP/RFI documents and requirements/specifications
  • Manage RFP process in collaboration with business teams, analyze responses and recommend final solution
  • For all commodities and customers, oversee contract negotiation activities of the strategic sourcing team and serve as escalation point when issues arise
  • For the most complex or high value commodities, negotiate contract pricing, terms and conditions in collaboration with Legal counsel and business teams
  • Facilitate or manage new program rollouts or participate as a team member in projects related to these activities
  • Manage Strategic Sourcing/Contracts team
  • Deliver performance reviews and coaching, develop career and training plans, manage employee relations issues, interview and hire
  • Manage employee time-off requests, ensure workload coverage and management within the team
  • Develop and manage adherence to procedures
  • Provide guidance and oversight for the contract management activities of the strategic sourcing team
  • Develop, implement and oversee systems and processes related to contract management
  • Ensure proper monitoring of company obligations and compliance to contract terms
  • For the most complex or high value commodities, perform contract management duties including monitoring ongoing vendor performance by conducting quarterly business reviews to manage adherence to contract pricing/terms, forecast, review product roadmap, and identify/develop cost saving alternatives
  • Monitor, evaluate and ensure continuous improvement in all aspects of performance including cost, quality, service levels, billing practices, etc
  • Manage customer relationships with internal stakeholder management teams
  • For the most complex customers, directly manage those relationships with regular business meetings to review standards, supplier performance and forecast future business needs
  • BS/BA in Business or related field preferred, or equivalent work experience in the field required. Negotiation and contract law or related courses required
  • APP, ISM or related certification preferred
  • 10+ years’ of strategic sourcing and contract negotiation/management experience, 2+ years’ experience supervising or leading teams
  • Must be proficient with Word and Excel
  • Experience with Oracle PeopleSoft Financials a plus
  • Superior ability to draft, interpret, proofread and edit legal/contractual documents of all levels of complexity
  • Superior negotiation and relationship management skills
  • Ability to cultivate networks throughout the organization at management level to garner support and create a foundation for future influence
  • Fosters a sense of energy, ownership, and personal commitment to the work
  • Effectively leads others through change or to follow through on difficult actions/initiatives
  • Communicate effectively with all levels of management both orally and in writing
  • Ability to provide sound rationale for recommendations and influence management
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Champion minimizing stock levels while achieving 98% fill ratio on all venue orders. Ensure product integrity in regards to inventory turns and return on investment
  • Liaise with FDC to ensure the timely delivery of incoming raw materials, including packaging, and finished product to the FDC in order to ensure company service level expectations are met
  • Develop and motivate the sourcing team members to meet and surpass personal and quarterly objectives
  • Identify opportunities to reduce COGS without jeopardizing quality or product integrity
  • Ensures that items are bid on a regular basis as determined by commodity
  • Oversee and at times partake in the completion of all required pricing and related paperwork
  • Manage and monitor work process to affect improvement in workflow, costs and efficiency of operations
  • Ensure correct billing and vendor charges are in accordance with contracts/quotations
  • Manage time and resources to ensure work is completed as planned
  • Continuously scan the work environment by observing and listening to obtain information that addresses or anticipates the service needs of guests and fellow team members
  • Demonstrate active listening and effective questioning techniques, identifying options to satisfy the service needs of guests and team members
  • Based on the individual situations and desired results, selects the appropriate actions to efficiently meet or exceed the service expectation of guests or fellow team members
  • Demonstrate and champion a continuous improvement strategy within the department
  • Partner with Operations Management, Production Kitchen and Bakery, Finance, and IT to maximize operational efficiencies
  • Influence colleagues and intra-departmental decisions in a quantitative and tactful manner
  • Develop and implement controls to ensure a “no surprises” environment
  • Implement financial tools, metrics and processes to drive operating performance in sourcing, including but not limited to purchase price variance analysis, vendor performance management, etc
  • Assist with special projects – both analytical and process improvements (i.e. improved management reports, operational processes, etc.)
  • Ad Hoc requests as needed
  • Process mapping and value mapping as needed
  • Minimum 15 years of progressive, professional work experience at a supervisory and managerial position within food and packaging purchasing in a regionally- or nationally-known food manufacturing or retail operation
  • Must be available to work on weekends, holidays and nights
  • Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, MBA, or equivalent (15+ years) work experience is required; majors in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field is preferred
  • Strong working knowledge of MRP software such as Oracle, SAP, and others is preferred
  • Eatec, SAP, Robo-Com knowledge strongly preferred
  • Prior multi-unit fast food/QSR/retail, purchasing experience preferred
  • Internship or prior experience in a Corporate or Finance role is highly preferred
  • Demonstrated leadership values and ability to develop and participate in diverse/cross-functional teams
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Category Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Negotiation of contracts including pricing and service warranties for specific category
  • Performs detailed spend and other analysis to support the sourcing process
  • Apply in-depth knowledge of the category embracing best practices and industry trends
  • Develops and maintains a complex set of spreadsheets to capture and maintain the spend analysis for specific category on a month-by-month, year-over-year basis etc
  • Acts as subject matter expert and facilitates in the research, development and implementation of RFI's, RFQ’s, RFP's, SLA's and related contracts
  • Assist the Directors’/Managers’, RBC Procurement with vendor performance complaints and ensures vendors compliance/performance meets expectations as defined in SLA's and contract agreements
  • Proactively identifies opportunities/initiatives within supplier or RBC services in areas of savings, revenues or process streamlining
  • Takes ownership of assigned savings initiatives including the tracking and monitoring of saving roadmaps and project plans
  • Contributes to recommendations to Executives
  • IT experience and/or background
  • Collaborative ability to work with end users and vendors to achieve the best value for the Bank
  • In-depth appreciation of the current and emerging trends within the category
  • Team player with ability to influence
  • Focus on customer service
  • Proven PC skills including strong knowledge of Excel, Power Point and Word
  • Strong analytical skills to formulate a well developed set of metrics relating to the spend category
  • Be comfortable presenting to Executive’s level
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Manager, Sourcing & Procurement WDI Finance Resume Examples & Samples

  • 7-10 years Procurement experience – preferably with experience in sourcing indirect products and services
  • University Degree in Business or Finance
  • CPM, CIPs, EIPM or similar certification preferred
  • Marketing sourcing experience procuring a diversified range of products and services
  • Knowledge of best practices - procurement card, EDI, ERS, EFT, strategic alliances, supplier certification, etc
  • Demonstrated ability to exceed the demands of various internal stakeholders across multiple projects
  • Detailed and structured cost/financial analysis
  • Category Management expertise
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Manager, Sourcing & Production Resume Examples & Samples

  • Manage relationships between EMS and suppliers/ vendors. Act as a vendor liaison regarding information from Product Development, Merchandise Planning, Technical Design, and suppliers
  • Negotiate “best-price” with mills, trim suppliers and manufacturers to maximize profit margin
  • Ensure vendor compliance to EMS standards and requirements (Code of Ethics, Vendor Partner CTPAT
  • Reserve greige and other materials to expedite production of contingency product
  • Monitor vendor quality, delivery and compliance with EMS requirements. Conduct seasonal performance review
  • Supervise staff and serve as teacher and mentor
  • Research and identify EMS softlines sourcing opportunities and develop strong vendor base; work towards long-term vendor relationships and manage business risk through back up factory strategies
  • Oversee all aspects of softlines production; ensure that necessary QA/QC, raw materials are ordered, and merchandise is shipped on time
  • Collaborate with internal partners to ensure that Bill of Materials, Spec Packages and Purchase Orders are delivered on-time and accurately to maximize production efficiencies
  • Manual, logistics flow, packaging, etc.). Arrange inspection and follow-up as needed to ensure compliance
  • Adhere to Corporate/ Sourcing and Production Action Calendar
  • Cost product; classify quota category; update cost information in seasonal worksheets
  • Track production flow: follow up on piece goods, trims, samples and garment delivery. Communicate all significant changes to Inventory Specialist
  • Oversee the in-line and final inspections for quality assurance. Resolve production issues and troubleshooting at factory
  • Negotiate charge backs and discounts on delayed or defective materials
  • Manage the on-time delivery and execution of production
  • Excellent knowledge of MS Windows, Microsoft Office, Excel and Word
  • Excellent negotiation and listening skills
  • Demonstrated sourcing and production knowledge and cost/vendor negotiations
  • International Experience
  • Customer service orientation; team player and collaborator
  • BS or BA degree in business, retail management or related field (or two years of experience in lieu of a BS in addition to the required 7 year’s experience listed below)
  • 7 year’s experience in sourcing, product development, and production product lines for retail, wholesale or catalog
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Manager Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Sourcing candidates through job portals, social media and other direct sources
  • Managing stake holders (internal recruitment leaders)
  • Managing team members
  • Developing sourcing strategy
  • Understanding competitors
  • Direct hiring
  • Competitor mapping
  • 8-12 years post qualification experience in hiring, preferably in KPO industry
  • The incumbent should have experience in cross industry hiring
  • Experience in overall Talent Acquisition activities is an added advantage
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Senior Category Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Lead Sourcing initiatives with business partners to effectively drive the development of Sourcing strategies and execution of projects with high-risk profiles and complexity
  • Provide Sourcing governance expertise to Business Line or Bancorp managers to assist in the risk management of third-party service provider relationships by advising on risk mitigation strategies as well as alternative deal structures thatwilleliminate possible risks
  • Lead Business Line(s) and cross-functional teams in formulating business requirements to enable the achievement of strategic and tactical goals
  • Develop Sourcing strategies and lead cross-functional teams of business line experts, subject matter experts and Sourcing professionals
  • Achieve world-class Sourcing results, protect the Bank, and be recognized as one of the subject matter experts for Strategic Sourcing for externally acquired goods and services
  • In collaboration with project team, manage Sourcing events including needs analysis; market analysis; competitive intelligence; RFI and RFP development; cost and proposal analysis; high level contract negotiation; deal structuring to minimize riskandassistance to develop an effective implementation plan
  • Continually maintain knowledge of market and industry trends and best practices
  • Network externally with industry and international experts to facilitate effective strategic intelligence
  • Proficient at coaching, developing and motivating others
  • Expert knowledge of Sourcing and Outsourcing Methodologies
  • CFA, CPM or equivalent desired
  • Ability to effectively lead cross functional teams
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Senior Program Manager Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • B.S./B.A. in relevant business area
  • 7-10 years’ experience in a Costing, Development, Engineering or Sourcing function
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e. Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Project)
  • Familiarity with Think Cell preferred
  • Experience in cost analysis and supplier negotiations
  • Knowledge of metals fabrication and processing
  • Ability to lead, coach and develop others
  • Language skills in Mandarin, Vietnamese, Spanish very beneficial
  • Conflict Management
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Program Manager Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Develop, coach, motivate and lead the TaylorMade Product Cost team
  • 5-7 years’ experience in a Costing, Development, Engineering or Sourcing function
  • Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles
  • Proficiency with reporting and ERP systems (Business Objects and Oracle preferred)
  • Business fluency in English
  • Ability to play leadership role in a cross functional team environment (communicate clearly and hold others accountable for deliverables)
  • Ability to effectively present data / proposals to various levels of Management
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Manager Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Manage the prototyping and production processes of Concept Hardware for adidas consumer direct retail at the manufacturers premises
  • Work with the nominated suppliers to ensure the compliance to the adidas Group standards remotely and at the suppliers premises (warehouses and factories)
  • Undertake spot checks of Retail Hardware installations on the shop floor to control the compliance to the adidas Group standards
  • Ensure that production drawings reflect the content of the globally created engineering drawings and manage the rectification process if required
  • Manage retail fixture concepts within the adidas online system landscape based on the input of internal colleagues responsible for the concept design and communicate updates to all involved stakeholders
  • Manage global tender process for Concept Hardware (e.g. Fixtures, Fittings, Mannequins, Hangers) according to industry leading standards and procedures
  • Knowledge of manufacturing, construction and quality control processes
  • Graduate level engineering or graduate level BA
  • 2 years of progressive experience in retail development with technical background
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Raw Ingredients Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Manage $15-$30 MM portfolio of Chemicals/ Fragrances to support Avon's Beauty Business (Fragrance, Color Cosmetics, Personal Care, Skin Care, Wellness, Mark)
  • Independently develop strategies to support North American supply and meet business objectives. Implement such strategies and revise as business conditions warrant
  • Understand market factors that affect those decisions
  • Be innovative with cost reduction opportunities (drive out waste, negotiate with data, cost modeling, etc.)
  • Understand base materials and component cost drivers and use creatively in cost negotiations/discussions
  • Apply progressive costing/negotiation tactics to deliver the lowest total system cost to all markets
  • Utilize systems and PC software applications (spreadsheets, presentation packages (PowerPoint) word-processing, etc.) in support of sound business recommendations and decision makingServe as department lead on SERVICE improvement initiatives – working closely with each Beauty Sourcing associate – as well as cross-functionally. This will involve sharp communication skills and keen influence management abilities. This role will be expected to interface with all levels of management, and create service tracking reports for Beauty sourcing
  • This role requires in-depth knowledge of the interfaces in SC and how it translates to Avon's marketing and sales business model
  • Develop Raw Ingredient Commodity Strategies in-line with marketing objectives that supports Concept to Market needs and improved service flexibility
  • Implement and successfully lead continuous improvement initiatives with key suppliers in support of Business Transformation goals: cost savings, lead-time reduction, increased inventory turns, improved processes, etc
  • Lead, manage, and influence projects to successful completion
  • Develop measurements and KPI's to track continuous improvement opportunities/initiatives
  • Track and measure financial cost savings for assigned raw ingredient components based on purchase variation and rebates, as well as track cost avoidance, contributions to other markets, currency fluctuations and their impact, and savings cannibalization
  • Serve as direct liaison between Sourcing and other cross-functional groups: Finance, Marketing, Global Research and Development, Manufacturing, other Markets, Quality and the Supply Chain organization to influence focus and activities that support Avon's Operating agenda
  • TRAVEL: Travel required. Mainly United States (approx. 10%)
  • B.S. in Science ( Chemistry preferred) , Business, Purchasing or Finance
  • Minimum 7 years in chemical, food or pharmaceutical industry
  • Manufacturing, Finance, Planning and/or Logistics experience a plus
  • SSM and/or SSI experience is a plus
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Manager, Sourcing Analytics Resume Examples & Samples

  • Lead the design and development of Enterprise-Wide category strategies
  • University degree/college diploma (business, finance, supply chain)
  • 7-10 years working experience
  • Solid understanding of the strategic direction of BMO Financial Group
  • In-depth procurement and sourcing knowledge (strategy framework, levers, tools and best practices)
  • Strong knowledge of supplier and industry economics and emerging trends
  • Thought leadership with respect to cost management, category strategies and opportunity identification
  • Advanced analytical and quantitative skills including data analysis and modelling
  • Keen problem solver with strong motivation to impact positive results
  • Strong background in Procurement, or supply chain management
  • Solid strategic planning, execution and change management skills with the ability to influence effective change
  • Advanced interpersonal and communication skills (facilitation and presentation skills)
  • Solid leadership skills with an ability to build and foster relationships across teams and functions
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Closely participate in and with the client and Jones Lang LaSalle Strategic Sourcing and Facility teams to drive both immediate and sustained benefits to the client
  • Assess and build annual sourcing initiatives that provide detailed service commodity strategies that identify objectives, leverage spend (in association with the Client sourcing and Jones Lang LaSalle commodity strategies) initiatives, and milestone timelines
  • Support the JLL Preferred Supplier Program by understanding and leveraging spend, standardizing products/services, and optimizing the supply base
  • Negotiate JLL pricing, discounts, value or competitive differentiators. Evaluate competitor pricing to maintain competitive positioning in the market. Develop Case Studies to support our value to the Client
  • Perform periodic market trend analysis of assigned categories; analysing supplier base, industry changes, etc. Report analysis to global Supply Chain team in a client ready form. Develop and maintain commodity reports as required
  • Responsible for searching out new, competitive opportunities within the assigned categories and driving the category to ensure an industry leading position for JLL. Work with new vendors to satisfy JLL and Client supplier requirements
  • Key communication liaison with client procurement team
  • Improve communications with operations team. Provide management, detailed instruction and continuous follow-up to support the operations teams in standardized RFP/bid and contract processes
  • Develop, implement and maintain a supplier diversity program for the categories in accordance with client and company requirements. Mentor/educate suppliers through meetings
  • Support e-commerce procurement initiatives either corporate or client mandated
  • Excellent Inter-personal skills, Organization skills, Strong Analytical Ability, Proven ability to lead teams in decentralized environment, ability to effectively influence across the organization
  • Strategic mindset. Able to develop a strategic roadmap and translate into executable plans
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to negotiate and execute pricing and contracts
  • BS/BA Degree and 7+ years strategic sourcing experience for services, MBA preferred
  • Excellent PC skills, proficient in MS applications; particularly Excel
  • 6007
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Drive the merchandise sourcing & production of select toy/plush categories for Disney Stores and Parks & Resorts worldwide, e-commerce and alternative business model opportunities in partnership with the Senior Manager, Sourcing
  • Responsible for vendor strategy, product costing/placement and oversee vendor communication and production management related to toy/plush product categories
  • Responsible for ensuring products meet established standards for safety and quality including initiating quarterly Product Review Requests (PRRs) with product integrity partners
  • Ensure progress of production cycle against key milestone dates through oversight of daily Development Tracking Report (DTR)
  • Communicate production status to global and regional partners during weekly cross-functional meetings and as required
  • Ensure products are shipped on time to support established in-store and online launch dates
  • Manage processes that ensure accurate shipment status information from factory to DC
  • Contact vendors to follow-up and verify the accuracy of provided data, resolve routine issues and ensure vendor alignment with Disney processes and procedures
  • Build strong collaborative relationships with internal and external partners
  • Participate in weekly cross-functional meetings and quarterly product line review meetings to convey key sourcing issues and action items
  • 4+ years related experience preferably in specialty retail or consumer products
  • Exposure to merchandise sourcing and production of multiple product categories. Proven track record of effectively communicating with manufacturers
  • Ability to manage multiple SKU’s and timelines in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work collaboratively with central product creative and design as well as global product development partners and regional teams
  • Ability and desire to be flexible, adapt to change and grow with the organization
  • Toys/Plush experience preferred
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Manager Sourcing Operations Footwear Resume Examples & Samples

  • Understanding of demand/supply models, planning, production, purchasing practices, supply chain principles
  • Strong knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, MS Power Point and MS Access
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to apply those
  • Ability to understand and use data to make decisions and influence outcomes
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Assist in the development and implementation of sourcing strategies, both short (seasonal/annual) and long term (3-5yrs) for the assigned product categories
  • Research, identify and develop production sourcing markets and vendors that meet the product supply requirements of the assigned categories. Manage oversea office and vendor relationships in assigned categories in order to
  • Ensure product quality
  • Maximize profitability
  • Minimize risk
  • Develop and implement a product sourcing strategy in the assigned categories appropriate for each source region considering such factors as
  • Work with the design team during the development process to identify vendors for requested materials, finishes and products in the assigned product categories. Direct the product placement process by identifying markets and vendors to cost and sample awhile ensuring this fits into the overarching sourcing strategy for assigned category
  • Manage sourcing processes and procedures in the assigned categories to successfully execute and deliver WSI products on time, which meet the design, quality and value mission. This should include the following
  • Time and Action Calendars
  • Material Research and Development
  • Cost Negotiations based on received targets from Merchandising Team
  • Production placement and reservations - (based on information from planning and merchandising)
  • Creates Vendor and Country database for monitoring performance of cost savings, quality tracking, product lead times, etc
  • Evaluate and monitor the performance of the vendor base in the assigned categories for delivery performance, quality, and cost containment
  • Works close cross functionally with Inventory Planning, Buyers, Design, Tech Design, Merchandising and Order Management Team
  • Attends weekly Product Development meetings to ensure targets on cost, delivery, and design aesthetic are on track for the quarter
  • Coordinates with all support areas: QA, Testing, Inspections, Packaging, Inventory and Global Team
  • Proactively works to improve on-time performances on sku set-up, spec out, and PO issuance. Holds cross functional teams accountable to help achieve these targets
  • Support and executes brand vision to meet sustainability and handcraft goals for the department (responsibly sourced materials, and Fair Trade initiatives.)
  • Responsible for the Management of the Sourcing Team and ensuring the proper training and development is in place. This includes training in the following areas: WSI sourcing/production operating procedures, production and sourcing policies, technical use of systems (such as PLM), negotiation and communication skills, strategic vendor placement
  • 4+ years college education (BA/BS)
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Responsible for leading and managing complex sourcing projects, beginning with opportunity assessment, defining current state/baseline, conducting financial/cost analysis, driving a strategy/rollout plan, and driving implementation with the business stakeholders
  • Manage RFI/RFQ/RFPs, spanning from creation, issuance, and facilitation of the entire process through vendor selection
  • Develop and drive project activity through the communication of expectations, enforcement of deadlines, creation and evaluation of deliverables, and management of issues and risks
  • Lead negotiations with vendors, in collaboration with key stakeholders and offer guidance and negotiation tactics to team
  • Create and present executive-level presentations relating to the project summary and approach
  • Work with multiple business units to understand and fully define their current state and opportunities
  • Develop picture of vendor spend within the short and medium-term (12-24 months) to optimize discounts levels during vendor negotiations
  • Serve as lead for implementation of e-sourcing tools (spend analytics, eRFx, contract manager) to support the Global Sourcing organization
  • Define methodology for tracking and reporting savings, new vendor activity, managed spend, etc
  • Perform spend analysis and identify savings opportunities across vendor engagements; slice and dice data in various ways providing new dimensions of analyzing spend
  • Minimum 5-7 years experience with project management, and process-based sourcing experience (eg RFI/RFQ/RFP, reverse auctions, direct negotiations)
  • Excellent documentation and requirements analysis
  • Strong written and communication skills; MS PowerPoint, MS Word proficient
  • Experience with creation of process maps / swimlane diagrams (MS Visio)
  • Attention to detail and ability to analyze complex data
  • Experience with implementing software (e-Sourcing tools) and understanding of data warehouses
  • Ability to learn a new business area quickly
  • Knowledge and interest in key sourcing areas such as Marketing and Creative Services, Content Creation and Distribution, and Technology
  • Experience in managing global vendor relationships
  • Comfort with written and verbal communication of quantitative and qualitative information with executives
  • Proven track record of cost reduction and productivity improvements; ability to influence and drive change while building solid relationships with your internal clients and external vendors
  • Awareness of best practices regarding vendor management (eg strategic alliances, supplier certification, etc.)
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Manager, Sourcing & Category Management Resume Examples & Samples

  • Strong industry experience and category SME
  • Strong Financial analysis , quantitative skills & cost modelling
  • High degree of motivation, the ability to prioritize and self-direct and sound interpersonal skills
  • Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills required
  • Excellent people management and mentoring skills
  • Bachelors (RQ), MBA (PF) CPIM, CSCP or CPM certification (PF)
  • 7+ yrs. relevant purchasing or Supply chain experience. Min. 2 yrs. Category mgmt
  • Strong knowledge Excel, Access, Word; PowerPoint, Outlook, ERP/ P2P systems knowledge
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Manager Sourcing CCN Resume Examples & Samples

  • University degree in business, engineering, economy, finance,
  • Min. 10 years working experience, thereof 5 years in FMCG procurement,
  • Knowledge of spend area market/industry, experience in strategic sourcing thereof,
  • Price risk management knowledge in commodities as cocoa, nuts & grains would be advantage,
  • Experience of working on projects with cross functional & cross regional scope and influence,
  • Extensive knowledge of Mondelez business,
  • Team player, but on the other side able to work independently,
  • Master in Excel/Simulations,
  • Good communication & presentation skills,
  • Fluent in spoken/written English, any other language is an advantage
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Manager Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • University degree (Business Administration, International Logistics, Industrial Engineering)
  • Knowledge about Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain, International Logistics
  • People Management: Exceptional ability to build relationships and influence in a matrix organization
  • Strong drive for results and Demonstrated negotiation skills
  • Excellent communication and networking skills across all levels of organization: Able to influence others at same or higher level without formal authority
  • Functional / Technical skills
  • Project management and leadership capabilities
  • Culture fit: working across all functions within a business and mastering internal relations
  • High levels of empathy and understanding as well as a good degree of personal authority and professionalism
  • Demonstrated Leadership skills in Work independently, Crisis Management, Politick Savy, Persuasion and Team Work
  • Procurement Experience working with Virtual teams
  • Experience in Procurement Logistics and/or Procurement in International Logistics
  • Strategic Sourcing 7 steps
  • Technical knowledge in Freight Management services, 3PL, 4PL Logistics
  • Demonstrated Leadership skills, Crisis Management, Persuasion, Team Work and Dinamic
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Lead Manager, Sourcing & Procurement Resume Examples & Samples

  • 3-6 years of Sourcing/Procurement Experience with specific knowledge in the outsourcing space
  • Experience negotiating complex technology and business services deals is necessary
  • Management and leadership skills with ability to develop technical and business skills in others
  • Expert project management skills and a working knowledge of sourcing practices to handle complex projects
  • Strong customer service experience as well as strong verbal and written skills
  • Expert level technical knowledge of procurement systems and processes
  • Advanced knowledge of Sourcing process
  • Strong project management skills and a working knowledge of sourcing practices to handle complex projects
  • Ability to manage multiple projects at a time and often under tight timeframes
  • Responsible for serving 2-3 major business areas
  • Develops sourcing strategy, makes vendor recommendations, and work through contract issues
  • Develops and negotiates contract terms and conditions
  • Conducts vendor risk assessments with SMEs
  • Works with business areas to resolve vendor performance issues
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Manager, Sourcing & Procurement Resume Examples & Samples

  • Experience in evaluation, management and selection of medical device equipment suppliers
  • Experience in health insurance or managed care industries
  • 4+ years progressive experience in developing strategic business strategies to support contracting and risk mitigation activity, with 2 or more of those years involving complex contracting in non-IT or IT service categories
  • 3+ years of experience constructing, drafting and negotiating complex vendor contracts
  • Strong change management and influencing skills in order to gain buy-in and support of customers and leadership
  • Team player who takes action / initiative to get things done without being told
  • Potential for limited domestic travel in support of projects
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Executing category strategies and leading a cross functional team for sourcing events by managing all Sourcing activities from RFx to contract negotiations
  • Plan, initiate and lead supplier business/financial and strategic reviews
  • Ensure suppliers are meeting contractual terms and performance expectations; internal compliance is met and maintained; pricing is accurate; service levels are met or exceeded
  • Oversee proper administration and compliance with the contract; monitor the management of existing supplier arrangements and communicate contract terms to internal business lines and external suppliers as required
  • Initiate remedial action to capture all expected financial and non-financial benefits adding value to the relationship while ensuring suppliers are accountable for maintaining/improving service and quality, and enhancing management reporting
  • And escalating when necessary
  • Identify & recommend strategic supplier opportunities, improvements in quality and/or procurement processes, value optimization, policy changes, substitution or elimination and demand management
  • Assess existing supplier arrangements to identify process streamlining and standardizing potential processes
  • Integrate contract management tools, templates, methods and processes for preparing and disseminating information regarding contract status and compliance
  • In partnership with the Senior Manager, Sourcing, acting as a contact between the Business Lines, Legal and Supplier to ensure that legal and contractual matters are addressed efficiently and promptly
  • Interpreting and educating Business Lines on contract terms to ensure proper administration and compliance with the contract, in partnership with the Senior Manager, Sourcing
  • 5+ years of experience in a similar role
  • University/post-secondary degree required in engineering, computer science, business, commerce or economics
  • Demonstrated experience in establishing supplier performance frameworks with complex software suppliers such as Oracle, Microsoft, SFDC
  • Demonstrated experience with managing traditional and emerging deal structures in on premise, SaaS and cloud environments
  • Previous experience having demonstrated success with leading supplier performance governance for large high visibility suppliers
  • Very strong executive presence with a demonstrated ability to navigate difficult situations through relationship building and influencing others
  • Excellent change-leadership, conflict resolution and advanced problem solving skills
  • Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with stakeholder groups and key strategic suppliers
  • Superior interpersonal and communication skills, exhibits a high level of professionalism
  • Results focused with a real drive to achieve targets and goals
  • Solid understanding of commercial/business practices
  • Highly developed analytical and critical thinking skills using a systematic approach to planning and problem solving
  • Previous experience in Supplier Relationship Management, Cost Management, Contract Management, Strategic Sourcing, or Strategic Procurement
  • Related industry experience (telecom, Information Technology, etc.)
  • Thorough and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint )
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Drive Time and action calendar on line plan on weekly basis to ensure complete control of Bulk Delivery
  • Follow up on the status at any point in GTM calendar of protos, FLA, CS samples, and production
  • Appropriately highlights product engineering and risks to PD with suggested alternatives
  • Detail and validate vendor wise product costings break ups and proactively communicates results or difficulties to achieve targets
  • Review vendor wise monthly performance report on delivery, serviceability and as well defect %. Follow up with CAP for continuous improvements to meet Key Objective ie “Ontime In Full”
  • Follow up with vendor on test failures, resubmissions in engagement with Fabric/Finish team
  • Collaborate with Finish team towards competitive finish costs
  • Ensure all OA’s are created well in time
  • Ensure supplier web is well updated by vendor for all PO’s in timely manner
  • Review vendor production plans , forecast delays well in advance,
  • Collaboratively engage with Finish team on FTL approvals, bulk wash issues, test result failures etc
  • Responsible for Vendor preparedness during Onsite development workshops viz Costs/samples readiness
  • Vendor Management Skills, Executional excellence
  • Ability to be flex in a multiple-task environment with a sense of urgency to meet deadlines
  • Collaborative working relationships with cross functional partners
  • Strong communication, planning skills. Understanding of denim and non-denim fabrics, finishes & garmenting
  • Technical expertise coupled with commercials
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Manager, Sourcing Best Cost Country Resume Examples & Samples

  • Responsible for identification of BCCS opportunities. Identify, gather, and develop internal and external intelligence such as packaging industry scope and scale, supplier capabilities and capacities, specification data, emerging trends, technologies, and regulatory issues
  • Identify potential BCC suppliers in alignment with business priorities. Lead commercial assessment of BCC suppliers in close coordination with buying groups, including identification of supplier risks and opportunities
  • Lead the BCC supplier validation and qualification process. Secure cross functional alignment with key stakeholders in order to drive the BCC supplier development process
  • Coordinate with BCC suppliers in support of regional / Global bids. Directs and manages BCC supplier negotiation and contract execution process to ensure the best prices, terms & conditions. Leverage supplier capabilities to meet quality, cost, and service requirements and ensure continuous improvement
  • General/Basic Background in Functional Area
  • Demonstrated negotiation skills and ability to effectively deal with third parties
  • Demonstrated people management and superior influencing skills specially external world
  • Strong knowledge of BCC markets
  • Relates well to all kind of people, up, down and peers
  • Builds constructive relationships
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Networking, including voice, data, wireless, SIP, conferencing, VOIP, network equipment
  • Telecommunication, including contract terms, tariffs, fixed and variable bandwidth based pricing schedules, minimum revenue commitments, and service level agreements for voice and data
  • IT Software, including complex enterprise agreements,
  • IT Services, including outsourced infrastructure, data center, application development and product assessment
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Assistant Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Maintains ongoing and regular communication with vendor contacts including resolution of delivery issues with vendor base
  • Obtains accurate factory profiles from the vendors and partners with Corporate Compliance to ensure vendor files are current
  • Maintains weekly vendor Time & Action information in Sourcing WIP tracking and; alerts team on milestones and deadlines
  • Reviews delivery and production issues/options with the merchants/designers as they arise
  • Monitors shipment receipts through logistics and review Final Audit reports on all shipments; ensures Purchase Orders are issued and updated in an accurate and timely manner
  • Tracks and submits requests for all photo, web, and public relations samples
  • Bachelor's degree in Business/International Business or related field preferred
  • 1+ years in a production/sourcing environment within the apparel industry
  • Strong computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel, email, and production tracking software, i.e. Gerber or PDS
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and organizational skills Entrepreneurial spirit and passion for apparel business and ability to work effectively as a team player
  • Ability to travel if needed (up to 10% of the time)
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Associate Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Negotiates Time & Action with vendor, ensuring proper flexibility. Identifies conflicts with milestones and works with vendors to surface best possible resolutions
  • Identifies and Manages fabric and capacity reservations and liabilities. Advises the status of the consumption or resolution of outstanding liabilities to manage financial exposure
  • Review Final Audit reports on all shipments and call out where follow-up is required
  • Identifies wash care, testing, production issues with cross-functional counterparts to quickly address product issues during manufacturing cycle. Reviews and assess care and content instruction and resolves issues with testing lab
  • Partners in costs negotiation with vendor contacts on new product and re-negotiation on repeat programs Responsible for sourcing, cost-negotiation and production of a specific category of merchandise within their area
  • Identifies opportunities for cost savings and/or efficiencies in sourcing and works with manager to recommend alternative opportunities in cross development or cross sourcing
  • Consults with Design and/or Product Development in consideration of alternative production or sourcing options while maintaining design intent
  • Identifies opportunities to improve the efficiency or effectiveness of the sourcing organization and process
  • 2+ years experience in Sourcing within the apparel industry
  • Ability to travel if needed (up to 20% of the time)
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Manages the relationship with vendors and mills, spearheading the negotiation and final price confirmation, garment details, factory allocation, and delivery
  • Works with the Director of Sourcing or Sr. Manager to build long term vendor partnerships and alliances as required, cultivating the brand's relationship worldwide
  • Manages all pre-costing activities and supports the negotiations with mills, as appropriate, and suppliers for deliver targeted product costs and delivery requirements
  • Develops fabric and production capacity reservations and liabilities ensuring the consumption or resolution of outstanding liabilities to minimize financial exposure
  • Develops and executes the development and communication of seasonal time and action calendars for the business and ensures teams are in compliance to required dates
  • Works with partners in merchandising and planning to adhere to required call dates for all vendor/product forecasts or projections securing supplier and mill capacities to deliver margin and delivery targets
  • Implements and regulates production policy and standard operating processes across vendor base. Supports corporate social compliance, quota, and embargo issues, as they arise
  • Ensures quick resolution of product related issues with appropriate Merchant, Technical Design and / or Designer/Product Development
  • Defines and monitors all vendor chargeback's and / or discount details
  • Recommends and leads the opportunities to improve the efficiency and/or effectiveness of the sourcing organization and process
  • Develops, coaches, and trains Sourcing team associates to ensure growth opportunities for associates as well as to build/maintain effective and efficient operational expertise
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, International Business or a related field
  • 5+ years experience in Sourcing Management within the apparel industry
  • 5 years experience working with overseas vendors
  • Solid knowledge of Manufacturing and Costing
  • Strong computer skills to include Microsoft Word and Excel, email, and production tracking software, i.e. Gerber or PDS
  • Ability to speak and understand Spanish, Mandarin, or Cantonese preferred
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Drive direct sourcing business in partnership with the brand as well as overseas offices, ensuring alignment with business trends and financial goals
  • Attend core meetings, travel with merchants to develop/maintain solid understanding of market trends and customer intimacy
  • Utilize proactive behaviors and a high level of customer service / customer focus to create strategic opportunities through direct sourcing. Review business statistics to maximize growth in key categories
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Manager Sourcing Agencies Europe Resume Examples & Samples

  • Support global strategy development and planning
  • University Degree in a relevant discipline, MBA/Procurement Professional Qualification would be an asset
  • Several years of professional experience in Procurement/Marketing
  • Strategic sourcing and negotiation skills
  • Excellent communication and relationship management skills
  • Very good analytical and problem solving skills
  • Experience in remote working
  • Fluency in English and Polish (spoken and written)
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General Manager Sourcing & Logistics Resume Examples & Samples

  • Align and abide by core values of Sandvik
  • Exhibit leadership qualities, result driven, self-awareness, improvement oriented and people oriented capabilities
  • Experience in collecting and analysing data
  • Strong project management & leadership capabilities
  • Comfortable with figures and in collecting, analysing and interpreting data
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Lead the financial analysis and decision making in support of the VP Operations and Sourcing organization of the Outdoor & Recreation Division of Newell Brands
  • Champion improvements in financial reporting & forecasting for sourcing direct and indirect goods
  • Partner with sourcing organization to identify, monitor, track, and predict improvements to sourcing objectives including cost savings, working capital improvement, and overall supplier performance
  • Lead analysis and forecasting of sourcing exposures to foreign currency; Identify risks and opportunities and present alternatives to management
  • Finance liaison to Marketing & Sourcing organizations to ensure consistent understanding and approach to product costing
  • Finance leader for Value-Add/Value-Engineer activities to drive savings for sourced finished goods
  • Establish clear linkage of all expected savings to the division P&L's and forecasts
  • Support of make versus buy analysis, where necessary
  • Collaborate with financial peers in Product Costing, Manufacturing Finance, Commercial Finance, and Shared Services to ensure on-going governance, control, and appropriate financial perspective and understanding of all business affairs
  • Undergraduate Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in finance/accounting
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in Cost Accounting or comparable discipline
  • Experience in a Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) environment preferred
  • Evidence of strong accounting skills required
  • Significant experience with SAP preferred
  • Demonstrated leadership and communication skills
  • Demonstrated accomplishments in the areas of finance and accounting
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work in team environment and collaborate cross-functionally
  • Ability to assess risks and opportunities within complex business situations
  • Demonstrated ability to recommend and make decisions quickly under any situation
  • Willingness to travel in the performance of duties (approximately 15%)
  • Ability to be objective is required
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Manager Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Experienced in Category Management with an emphasis on Radio Access Technologies (RAN)
  • Develops the sourcing strategy for the category and agenda setting with key stakeholders
  • Anticipates changes, needs and market conditions to define sourcing strategies
  • Defines the cost drivers of the categories in scope and follows their evolution
  • Leads make/lease analysis and develops business cases
  • Drives discussions for purchasing requirements, project specifications and BU strategy with management and suppliers
  • Analyses historical data to provide demand/consumption trends and track deviations
  • Predicts categories trends and development (technologies evolution, new business model, suppliers’ consolidation etc.)
  • Manages supply market scouting and identifies the main actors in the value chains
  • Tracks supply market trends (competitive pressures, new entrants, substituting products or services, changes in the value chain)
  • Supports Finance by giving clear price roadmap/trends to prepare the budget
  • Develops segmentation criteria and maps supply base to desired relationship type
  • Manages service level agreements for tendered/non-tendered change orders as well as change orders for the supplier market and spend categories
  • Master’s degree in Business Administration/Engineering is preferred
  • Sound and proven negotiation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and work in fast-paced environment
  • Management skills & cultural intelligence
  • Knowledge of the market and relevant external service providers for NT&IT procurement
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Manager, Sourcing Analytics Resume Examples & Samples

  • Larger focus on strategic sourcing (as opposed to tactical/operational support)
  • Serving as a talent pipeline/ feeder for category teams – exposing members to variety of categories and product lines
  • Directly Manage a team of 2 Sourcing Leaders and a larger team of 4 Analysts reporting to those Leaders
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Manager Sourcing Flexibles Resume Examples & Samples

  • Analyze regional spend data and understand the business needs
  • Support sourcing strategy with implications on the region (e.g. productivity, cash, revenue)
  • Support the supplier negotiation strategy at country, regional, or global level
  • Prepare and plan for any of the regional bids, and support regional or global negotiations
  • Actively engage in execution of local key initiatives (aggregate demand, construct bid packages, and support sourcing through suppliers around the region) especially negotiations to ensure value levers are effectively played
  • Project prioritization and securing resources for implementation
  • Lead contract implementation and drive contract compliance as per globally agreed Procurement policies for selected global and multi-regional Spend Areas
  • Work in close collaboration with regional and local Procurement operations in order to ensure local acceptance of new contracts, and extended value generation to increase customer satisfaction
  • Coordinate contract implementation tasks with regional and local Procurement operations and users
  • Initiate supplier audits according to globally defined framework
  • Proactively identify supply continuity risks and propose mitigation plans
  • Execute local or regional items and spot buys
  • End-to-end sourcing of purely local or regional spend items and large spot buys, unplanned ad hoc demands to keep control over high spend utilizing deep sourcing or Spend Area expertise
  • Within the framework of the cross functional sourcing and supplier development teams, closely develop and manage the relationship with internal customers
  • Manage internal customer feedback and supplier performance
  • Improve and reinforce Procurement’s profile and recognition within the internal customer community
  • Support cross functional sourcing team through-out the strategic sourcing process
  • Work in close collaboration with local Procurement Representatives (LPR's) in order to ensure local acceptance
  • Extensive experience in Procurement or Supply Chain
  • Fluent in written and spoken English
  • Experience in Consumer Packaged Good Company
  • Knowledge in other language
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Manager, Sourcing & Procurement Resume Examples & Samples

  • Managing the sourcing and procurement of direct mail print communications for United Health Group (UHG)
  • Goals will be focused on cost savings, risk mitigation, advancing enterprise-wide participation in established programs, supplier rationalization, and driving UHG’s technology and automation agenda
  • Responsibilities also include the management of daily program operations, and oversight of multiple supplier relationships, including service levels and contract compliance within the Print Operations Category
  • BS / BA, or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years experience in print, fulfillment and mail operations
  • Minimum 3 years of direct mail print campaign management experience
  • Minimum 3 years of print sourcing experience (conducting Request for Proposals, Request for Quotes and Purchase Orders)
  • Demonstrated through understanding of print production processes, printing and lettershop equipment
  • Demonstrated strong background of executing highly complex data and programming for variable print programs
  • Responsible for the end-to-end operations of sourcing and procurement for a variety of print related communications with a focus on direct mail
  • Collaboration with senior leadership to identify, develop and implement strategies which drive toward achievement of department and organizational goals
  • Act as liaison between Procurement/operational staff, internal partners and outside suppliers to align priorities, troubleshoot issues and execute program communications
  • Solid knowledge of the healthcare industry and handling of PHI and non-PHI mailings and products
  • Proven knowledge of the postal industry, co-mingle and presort functions
  • Proven financial, expense management and activity reporting skills
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with varying levels of complexity
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, presentation skills and demonstrated analytical and problem solving abilities
  • Demonstrated knowledge of print applications and procure-to-pay programs
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Manager Sourcing Trade Marketing MEU Resume Examples & Samples

  • Support global strategy development and planning by analyzing regional spend data, providing regional market and supplier insights, developing and supporting the sourcing and supplier negotiation strategy
  • Support strategy alignment and execution for regional and local Spend Areas, especially by strategy communication, alignment with regional and local cross functional teams, active engagement in local key initiatives, and securing resources for implementation projects
  • Support regional supplier relationship and risk management in line with defined Procurement strategy, support classification and categorization of suppliers
  • Lead supplier development activities, set-up cross functional review meetings and initiate and conduct supplier audits according to globally defined framework
  • End-to-end sourcing of purely local or regional spend items and large spot buys, unplanned ad hoc demands to keep control over high spend
  • Work closely with cross-functional sourcing team through-out the strategic sourcing process
  • University Degree (MBA or Procurement professional qualification is an asset)
  • Min. 5 years of experience in Procurement or Supply Chain
  • Project management and communication skills
  • Strategic Sourcing and strong negotiating and influencing skills
  • Ability to build strong supplier partnerships and business relationships with all stakeholders
  • Exceptional communication skills and the ability to work in the remote team
  • Fluency in English, an additional language would be beneficial
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Directly support and manage a portfolio of categories and supplier relationships which are complex and difficult to manage (e.g., Marketing, PR/communications, Creative, Advertising)
  • Adopt and lead Sourcing and Procurement Management as a structured process creating and leading cross-functional teams
  • Develop strong working relationships with business units through active listening and problem solving to gain a position of influence as a trusted advisor
  • Effectively lead large cross functional and high performing teams and develop and manage new contracts implementation/communication plans and strategies to maximize contract utilization and cost savings
  • Assist in the development and implementation of short/long term strategic sourcing plans
  • Effectively provide backup coverage for the Director Global Strategic Sourcing on an as needed basis
  • Demonstrated mastery of managing multiple, involved projects including concurrent tasks, competing priorities and resources utilizing work and project plans to meet deadlines
  • Highly comfortable in fast-paced environments and thrives in the face of ambiguity
  • Demonstrated knowledge of marketing agency vendor pricing schemes, variations in the financial terms of contracts, service models, contract standards, and other business practices
  • Capability to learn new categories quickly
  • Proven knowledge and understanding of project management concepts, practices, standards and processes as demonstrated by experience leading complex teams in a collaborative environment, building consensus, promoting an exchange of information among technical and business collaborators and leading successful complex team and multi-party negotiations
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills, including a demonstrated ability to articulate ideas and issues clearly, concisely and persuasively to a variety of audiences, including technical, administrative, vendor representatives and senior management
  • Thorough knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of software and experience in effectively using Word, Excel and PowerPoint to create documents, reports and presentations
  • 5-7 years of professional experience in marketing strategic sourcing and/or Marketing Agency background
  • Experience in managing large and complex spend categories
  • 3-5 years of experience from Management Consultant background and/or Startup environment
  • Master’s Degree in Business or Supply Chain
  • Certified Purchasing Manager or equivalent credentials
  • Six Sigma, Lean, TQM or other strategy experience
  • Understanding and application of managerial concepts and techniques in areas such as project/change management, idea creation, coaching and cross-team effectiveness
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Snr Manager Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Understand manufacturing and quality assurance processes
  • Technical background, with experience in consumer electronics
  • Weekly factory audits of manufacturing lines for AmazonBasic products
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Associate Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Utilize line plan as a guide for development ratios, pricing strategies and sourcing needs with all pertinent information captured in PLM or Tradestone
  • Collaborate with internal parties to execute seasonal data (i.e. placeholders, projections, retails, etc.)
  • Support cost negotiations with overseas counterparts and market vendors
  • Collaborate with our global sourcing offices
  • Assist manager to resolve pre‐production and production issues
  • Seek opportunity to identify cost savings opportunities without impacting design aesthetics in conjunction with managers
  • Support management of the vertical calendar; assure all critical deadlines are met across cross‐functional teams‐raise exceptions at weekly meetings
  • Assist and maintain commit dates to ensure T/A is followed
  • Partner with manager on current issues for WIPS and other milestone meetings; take active role in adding topics to the agenda
  • Enters sourcing configuration in PLM or Tradestone
  • 2‐3 years direct sourcing and/or manufacturing experience in apparel and/or accessories
  • Experience in / strong garment construction technical knowledge
  • Proven ability to work independently as well as a member of a team
  • Demonstrated ability to build and manage effective cross‐functional partnerships
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Sourcing Manager / Sourcing Operations Expert Resume Examples & Samples

  • Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders within region business units and report procurement progress via regular meetings
  • Monitor and support our source-to-pay process within our region, by providing best practices, setting and recommending priorities, and driving the ramp-up of increased usage of our processes and tools
  • Gather ideas and drive thoughts within the community to introduce and implement
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Strong supply chain experience
  • Strong sales background and willing to learn e-commerce
  • Relevant warehousing experience
  • High analytical, database and BI tool knowledge are a plus
  • Leadership skills to manage, build and motivate a team to have it run highly effective
  • Ability to work under pressure and on projects and to deliver to targets
  • Experience in creating concepts and processes and quickly drive change in a multi-cultural environment
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Manager, Sourcing, Dymo Resume Examples & Samples

  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies for Dymo FG Electronics & Tier II component supply base that encompass the following
  • 5+ years of applicable experience including extensive knowledge in FG electronics sourcing and multi-tier supply base management
  • Commodity knowledge of PCB assemblies, active & passive electronic components
  • Understands technology trends and market influences
  • Excellent negotiation and project leadership skills
  • Preferably two or more years of SAP software experience
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Manager Sourcing Sweetener Resume Examples & Samples

  • Conduct day to day business analysis, supporting the supply chain organization
  • Prepare and analyze bid events to generate insights for business objectives and requirements
  • Identify key barriers/core problems and applies problem solving skills in order to deal creatively with complex situations
  • Actively engage with stakeholders, both internal and external, as defined in alignment with the Spend Area Manager throughout the strategy development and sourcing execution process
  • University Degree in a relevant discipline
  • Several years of experience with Supply Chain and Procurement
  • Strong time management, and organization skills and managing multiple priorities effectively
  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills – ability to analyze ambiguous data, determine key information elements, develop optimal plans, and recommend & execute action plans that weigh risks and benefits
  • Fluency in English and Russian
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Reserves production and new material on key categories. Negotiates product costs, and places commitments for assigned product categories
  • Monitors monthly performance against production commitments
  • Manages and maintains a global matrix of manufacturers and mills to implement the Company sourcing plan. Communicates with all foreign buying offices on all placement of product
  • Evaluates supplier performance and sourcing strategies
  • Analyzes product packages for target cost value. Designates supplier and mill for appropriate sampling and costing of assigned lines
  • Researches and evaluates new sourcing opportunities
  • Uses high standards of integrity and a strong cultural awareness to maintain liaisons internationally, and to build and maintain strong working relationships with Design, Product Development, and Logistics
  • Manages the reduction of lead-times to be able to react to shifts within our mix and add flexibility to our sales team and ensure on time delivery to the customer
  • Working closely with cross functional partners in the business units so as to understand the future needs that the supply chain will need to support
  • Works with merchant teams to determine target costs and delivery flow plans which meet profit goals
  • Understands maintain and develops supplier relationships
  • Directly supervises employees within Sourcing. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws
  • Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
  • 3 – 6 years’ experience with thorough knowledge of global sourcing, supplier capability and product development gained through sourcing assignments
  • Strong understanding of international manufacturing, material, fabric and/or garment constructions, and possess personal strength in negotiating strategy and analytical skills
  • Knowledge of various quality control procedures/processes
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Lead complex, enterprise-wide strategic sourcing initiatives and contract negotiations
  • Collaborate across multiple business units and in a global context with colleagues in technology, financial and business roles at multiple levels
  • Act as a liaison between internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure compliance to sourcing and contracting policies and procedures
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to identify cost savings opportunities
  • Own specific supplier relationships and ensure the ongoing management of performance, quality, cost, contractual commitments, etc
  • Participate in regular supplier business reviews that address supplier performance, technology roadmaps, business growth strategies and supply market changes
  • Prepare and give business reviews to senior management regarding sourcing and contracting progress and actions to close
  • Proactive, curious, highly ethical and productive
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively manage large, complex, strategic enterprise-wide projects with aggressive milestones, significant risk components and an annual financial value up to $50M
  • Experience and success using a structured strategic sourcing process
  • Highly effective negotiator with an ability to influence executives both internally and externally
  • Strong organizational awareness, and ability to plan and make decisions using sound judgment
  • Proactive and collaborative approach delivering superior internal client engagement
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Manager Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Serve as a leadership contact point responsible for building and managing business relationships with key business partners, agencies, vendors and Viacom and Paramount business owners (Marketing, Publicity, Interactive/Digital, Finance, Legal) required to drive successful, high impact and ROI focused global marketing and sourcing initiatives
  • Lead the opportunity assessment, strategy & project plan development, end-to-end negotiations, sourcing engagement and contracting processes to achieve strategic marketing and financial goals. Drive company-wide synergies, when appropriate, highlighting opportunities with common vendors, agencies, spending, or processes
  • Lead and manage overarching strategic thinking, ensure short-term and long range marketing and business strategies are aligned and meet revenue/profit goals and marketing objectives. Ensure senior management and stakeholder satisfaction
  • Develop and execute agency and vendor compensation/fee negotiations, including scope-of-work development, all fees and commissions, management of quarterly updates and related analysis
  • Provide strategic and tactical management of agency/vendor staffing and financial reconciliation, which includes internal and external communication and operational recommendations to improve agencies/vendors’ output, accountability and operational efficiencies
  • Compile, prepare and manage marketing and financial data in support of analyses including data quality checks and integration. Translate data, statistical information and financial analysis into actionable conclusions, insights and business recommendations
  • Develop financial models and provide data needed to identify P&L “flow through” savings and avoidance
  • Identify and implement best practice/best-in-class sustainable business, marketing and/or sourcing methodologies, processes, systems, tools, metrics/KPIs and other resources that meet Sourcing group’s and stakeholders’ needs from start to finish. Lead the standardization and operational improvements of current planning, buying and reporting processes
  • Management of media agency/media related issues (Head Office & Local), provide recommendations, create solutions/options and resolve network issues and challenges, consult with senior management and stakeholders
  • Serve as marketing and media consultant and team expert in both digital and linear landscapes, staying abreast of best-in-class sourcing and marketing strategies, emerging technologies, etc., collaborate with cross-functional teams and agency partners. Actively keep current with industry trends, market dynamics, & technologies (i.e. buying/reporting systems, analytics, research, etc.) Actively serve and represent Viacom and Paramount as a key voice within industry
  • Partner and interact with Legal and other departments and business partners to analyze risks associated with the continuous changes of the marketing landscape (i.e. data privacy, ad fraud, etc.). Develop strategy and language to minimize exposure and negative brand impact to Viacom, filmmakers, content partners, talent, etc
  • Support VP Sourcing in the development of the Marketing team as appropriate; providing leadership and motivation. Ensure collaboration among all departments and foster great teamwork
  • Relevant industry experience and strong knowledge in Marketing and Sourcing, with particular emphasis on strategy, analytics, media, digital, interactive media
  • College degree required; MBA degree preferred
  • Minimum 3-5 years’ experience
  • Driven, results-oriented with a “can do” attitude who can translate complex business situations into innovative business opportunities
  • Experience negotiating and working with advertising agencies, media companies, vendors and suppliers
  • Strong analytical skills and an understanding of financial quantitative modeling and accounting principles
  • Strong organizational and project management skills are a must to coordinate several projects simultaneously
  • Strong attention to detail is necessary
  • Creative thought leader, strong analytically and at the same time a pragmatic thinker
  • Experience in negotiating deals with global agencies and vendors
  • Comfort with written and verbal communication of quantitative and qualitative information with management teams
  • Proven track record of developing internal & external relationships; ability to influence and drive change and business growth
  • Ability to collaborate in a team environment and work with others
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Play a key part in the co-ordination and delivery of New Product Development, responsible for procuring materials and components in support of NPI (New Products Introduction) builds to meet Cost and Timing Targets
  • Ensuring upfront supplier engagement from design concept stage, coordinate DFM discussions between supplier and engineering
  • Understand key supplier capabilities and matches those capabilities to new designs and project schedules, lead supplier selection and approval
  • Lead or support other special projects of cost reduction etc as assigned by management, Identify and drive for continuous cost reduction
  • BS in Business, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent education/experience
  • Experience working with engineers and manufacturing resources for parts procurement, pilot activities and production launch of new products
  • Ability to enjoy and work effectively in a fast paced, chaotic environment of constant change
  • Experience with and a functional understanding of the manufacturing processes utilized by the suppliers of mechanical and electrical components (machining, sheet metal, stamping, plastic injection molding, extrusion, fiberglass protrusion, casting, cables, PCB/PCBA, motor etc.), a solid understanding of manufacturing technology will be important to success in this position
  • Familiarity with cost analysis and negotiation techniques
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills a must
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Manager, Sourcing & Procurement Resume Examples & Samples

  • PRINT, PACKAGING, & MERCHANDISE INITIATIVES
  • Minimum 6-8 years related experience in print production management, project management, operations, creative management, or similar field
  • Strong project management skills with demonstrated track record of process improvement and desire to implement best practices
  • Subject matter expert in print, packaging, and displays; specifically in substrates, structure, and specialty inks, coatings and foils
  • Develop unique packages, collaborate with designers and print vendors on all package aspects from structures to stock choices and printing techniques
  • Familiarity with Studio products and related components, such as physical media printed components (wraps, inserts, o-sleeves), retail displays, specialty packaging, retail signage, retail POP, and premium merchandise
  • Experience working with overseas manufacturing and suppliers, and related regulatory requirements
  • Familiarity with International Labor Standards, Product Safety Testing, and other related compliance programs
  • Self-motivated individual capable of managing work with little direct supervision
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task
  • Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with cast members and third party partners at all levels
  • Highly professional and customer-service oriented
  • Demonstrated strong verbal, written, and presentation skills
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Manager, Sourcing Laboratory Products Resume Examples & Samples

  • 5-7 years of experience in related field
  • Develops and executes sourcing and supplier strategies that support business requirements
  • Develops and negotiates agreements to deliver best economics, high quality and service levels
  • Leads supplier business reviews and manages suppliers in accordance with established key performance indicators
  • Leads cross functional teams relative to development of comprehensive commodity strategies
  • Leads supplier selection and management processes that supports product launch objectives
  • Develops expertise in assigned categories relative to analyzing cost drivers and commodity impacts
  • Contributes to development and improvement in sourcing and adjacent processes
  • Assists with the supplier diversity program to attain goals
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Source cutting-edge products and services that will enhance Panera Warmth and increase the value of our customers experience
  • Spearhead efforts of sourcing new items and conducting tests that offer results for the appropriate party to make directional decisions
  • Maintain the rollout (Charter) program on a daily basis that offers timely and accurate communication to other departments within Panera as well as outside suppliers
  • Coordinate efforts that support promotions (Celebrations) with new items, to the point of approval
  • Offer direction when forecasting and budgeting for potential new items
  • Support Purchasing by sourcing product suppliers who have a known capacity and financial stability that support ongoing use of new items within Panera
  • BS required, MBA preferred
  • Five plus years in the food service industry specifically related to procurement and/or research and development
  • Needs to have a creative mindset that can envision an out of the box business approach to accountabilities
  • Experience with building relationships with suppliers as well as contract negotiations and foodservice operations
  • Attention to detail and great customer service skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Proficient in Discoverer, Oracle, and Power Point a plus
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Manager, Sourcing National Brands Resume Examples & Samples

  • ​Ability to build strong internal and external relationships and manage effectively across a heavily matrixed organizations
  • Ability to analyze, summarize and communicate data for all organizational levels
  • Leads with influence to facilitate cross-functional issue resolution and process improvement
  • Effective communication and presentation skills. Ability to successfully communicate with all levels of the organization as well as with external supplier partners
  • Utilizes industry business and market data for strategy and value creation
  • Creates negotiation strategy, participates and may lead negotiation process, develops contract terms and conditions to manage risk
  • Demonstrates a strong financial acumen
  • Applies advanced knowledge and understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to manage a wide variety of projects
  • Participates in the development policies and procedures to achieve specific goals
  • Recommends new practices, processes, metrics, or models
  • Works on or may lead complex projects of large scope
  • Projects may have significant and long-term impact
  • Acts as a mentor to less experienced colleagues
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Travel required to complete job duties
  • Work cross-functionally with other departments to execute key initiatives
  • Complete adhoc projects as needed
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent
  • 3-5 years experience in procurement, sourcing, purchasing, supply chain and finance preferably in the food service/restaurant industry
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal). Must be able to effectively convey information to associates at all levels
  • Strong computer skills with Microsoft Suite, Word, Excel and databases, including Access
  • Active listening skills, including giving full attention to others in meetings, by phone, personally
  • Complex problem-solving; able to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
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Manager Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Serves as primary liaison with contracting principals, internal departments and external parties to ensure compliance with contract specifications and resolution of issues
  • Identifies and negotiates revisions as necessary
  • Leads contracting efforts as they relate to the work of the Sourcing Integration Acceleration team to ensure readiness for business transformation
  • Interfaces with and assigns contacting work to the Contract Champions in the Health Ministries as well as communicate in-progress contracting efforts at the local and national level
  • Utilizes Ascension Health's collective purchasing power and exercise sound business judgment. Identify and develop key initiatives into strategies and strategies into results, including monitoring success of implementation
  • Implements and maintains quality Strategic Sourcing tools and processes to facilitate sourcing and deliver cost savings and value added benefits
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • 5+ years of sourcing experience with at least 2 in Services area
  • Expertise in eRFX, contract and analytics tools
  • Strong project management experience including business case development and conflict management
  • Solid knowledge of purchasing policies, practices and systems, and demonstrates leadership skills
  • SAP SRM, Ariba or similar technology solution experience preferred
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Lead Sourcing partner for NPI Teams jointly accountable for delivering products on time at the right cost
  • Drive the collaboration with R&D, Marketing, and Category Management to assemble technology requirements and Roadmaps and work to ensure a Supply Base is in place with Technologies required to facilitate the NPI Pipeline
  • Own the generation and negotiation of Development, Technology, and Confidentiality agreements
  • In conjunction with R&D Engineering, facilitate Design for Manufacturing and Product Tear Down/Design sessions with appropriate Suppliers to generate and leverage material cost reduction ideas into new product designs
  • Drive selection of Preferred Suppliers for raw materials, components, and services in NPI in a manner consistent with Global Strategies and that drives Supply Base consolidation
  • Bachelors Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Science, Engineering, or Finance
  • 5+ years supporting New Product Introduction teams in a Sourcing related role that maximized preferred supplier utilization and design for best cost
  • Supply management professional designation (CPM, CPSM, or Equivalent) preferred
  • Experience working in ERP systems like SAP is preferred
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and sourcing for Metal Forming, Machining, Injection Molding, and Electromechanical motors and actuated structures
  • Demonstrated leadership and influence skills that alignment and decisions in matrix Environments
  • Proven ability to interpret and understand integrated business plans and supporting manufacturing financial models in terms of Labor, Material, and Overhead drivers for products
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Solution Manager Sourcing & Procurement Resume Examples & Samples

  • Lead and mentor teams in the discovery, understanding and resolving of anomalies to ensure solution and delivery quality
  • Manage teams through resolution of client business challenges and solution performance
  • Demonstrate strong ability to consult with clients on highly complex supply chain technical/data issues utilizing analytics and visualization tools to efficiently address business problems
  • Display a deep understanding of procure to pay, source to contract, category management as it pertains to sourcing and procurement processes
  • Coordinate and execute supplier enablement programs such as supplier onboarding, eProcurement and eInvoicing enablement
  • Act as subject matter expert on data analytics and visualization tools such as Tableau/Qlikview
  • Manage internal teams while consulting with client technical/functional teams to design and invent processes and solutions to optimize performance
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Business Process Management, STEM, Analytics, Information Technology, or equivalent experience
  • Leading teams in the blueprint, building and phase deployment specific to project workstreams
  • Act as subject matter expert on sourcing event management using E-sourcing applications such as: Ariba, Coupa, Emptoris, Etc
  • Ability to identify, troubleshoot and mentor teams to problem solve complex business issues
  • Develop and create presentations within data analysis software, including Tableau, MS PowerPoint, Excel and Access
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Manager, Sourcing Resume Examples & Samples

  • Proactively drive sourcing activities in collaboration with stakeholders to complete procurement objectives. Strong category management skills which include conducting opportunity analysis, supplier competitive landscape, developing bid lists, evaluate proposals, supplier selection, supplier management, process optimization and execution of agreements
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to implement and manage effective supplier relationships. Strive towards continuous vendor improvement
  • Evaluate operational effectiveness and identify new processes that will make the procurement process more efficient
  • Assist with internal stakeholders to identify and implement opportunities/processes to influence improvement in service, quality, delivery, and cost and optimal payment terms. Accountable for category savings
  • Strong Contract Management Skills, ability to thoroughly review and negotiate terms and conditions ensuring compliance to contract. Evaluation of contracts to drive continuous value to business. Interface with Legal in reviewing and recommending changes to proposed contracts
  • Responsible for review of internal client requests, solicit and evaluate proposals. Reviews, negotiates and approves purchases
  • Educates stakeholders on Procurement policies and procedures
  • Acts as a project lead as part of a team on various projects to ensure Procurement goals are met
  • 8+ years of experience
  • Experience in pharma/biotech environment preferred
  • MBA, CPM or CPSM preferred
  • Oracle or a similar ERP Solution
  • Expert in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and MS Outlook