Strategic Sourcing Manager - Logistics - Relocation Offered!

Bentonville, Arkansas Permanent USD80,000 - USD100,000 per year View Job Description
On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead the procurement strategy across different categories within their Global and National Supply Chain and Logistics space. The ideal candidate will be innovative and adept at creating category strategies and conceptualizing and executing sourcing projects globally.
  • International Company
  • High visibility role in a fast growing organization

About Our Client

FMCG

Job Description

  • Lead medium to large-scale strategic sourcing initiatives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to gather and document their business needs.
  • Conduct and verify data analysis, transforming insights into category strategy recommendations.
  • Oversee teams in creating project plans and implementing the strategic sourcing strategy.
  • Formulate innovative strategic sourcing methods, utilizing analytics and processes to evaluate scenarios, benefits, risks, and the impact of change management for each option.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with business unit stakeholders, leveraging market intelligence for data-driven prioritization of opportunities.
  • Support the management of supplier relationships and promote ongoing improvements in cost savings, quality, and risk management.
  • Address any escalated questions or concerns regarding strategic sourcing policies, processes, and decisions.



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The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management, Business administration, International Business, or equivalent experience.
  • 3-5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, management consulting, advisory or professional services role with a demonstrated track record of results and increasing level of responsibility.
  • Ability to work as part of a global team to collaborate across geographic and organizational boundaries to deliver better business results and share best practices.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Self-starter who thrives in a high-performing team-oriented environment
  • Analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Specific expertise in designated indirect spend categories, as applicable
  • Demonstrating strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.) software
  • Bilingual, desired. (English / Spanish).
  • PMP (Project Management Professional) or SCMP (Supply Chain Management Professional) designations desired.

What's on Offer

New position within a growing organization. Globally focused role with many opportunities for career advancement.

Competitive Salary and Benefits package.

Relocation offered!

Contact
Gail Ireland
Quote job ref
JN-102024-6570538

Job summary

Sector
Procurement & Supply Chain
Sub Sector
Indirect Procurement
Industry
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Bentonville
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Gail Ireland
Job Reference
JN-102024-6570538