Diagnostics Sourcing Manager

Position: Sourcing Manager, Diagnostics Direct Procurement

Location:- Tucson, AZ (Hybrid Role)

Contract Position

Summary of Position:
Responsible for executing Direct Procurement Operations activities for Roche Tissue Diagnostics, ensuring alignment with Category Management strategies. Focuses on supplier management, escalations, master data management, cost savings, and continuous improvement.
University degree, with a business-related degree, preferably a post-graduate business qualification PLUS 3+ years of procurement experience with experience in basic contracting, business enterprise systems, and spot buying.
Experience or demonstrated understanding in supporting cost reduction and value improvement programs.
Experience in operational excellence or continuous improvement methodologies as well as experience in Life Sciences are a plus.
Experience with enterprise systems and procure-to-pay tools and eSourcing tools is desired.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Understands and frequently uses quantitative and / or qualitative data to drive decisions. Identifies risks to support statements or hypotheses
Works independently to develop and implement a negotiation plan / strategy. May need assistance in leading complex or challenging negotiations
Good communication skills and demonstrated understanding of translating business requirements into procurement specifications with customer service in mind.
Tailors messages and communications appropriately with limited supervision to ensure understanding
Contributes to meetings and team presentations/briefings and asks appropriate questions to gather information
Basic level of proficiency in business enterprise tools and understanding of the end-to-end procurement process

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $34.35 - $55.00 per hour

Work Location: In person