sr. strategic sourcing manager

Illumina

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Position Summary 
 
The Sr Staff Strategic Sourcing is critical in shaping Illumina's supply chain, thus improving the efficiency of genetic sequencing technology overall to allow for mass scale adoption, maximizing the benefits of genetic information for all. This position will bring specialized skills and experience to resolve complex supply chain issues in creative and effective ways in the area of Oligos &amp; Beads. They will have the opportunity to lead complex projects, apply their unique knowledge and influence across functions. 
 
Key Responsibilities 
 
<ul><li>Lead strategic sourcing activities to ensure business needs are met.</li><li>Provide functional leadership and direction on technology steering teams.</li><li>Routinely working on significant and unique issues with uncertainty where analysis of situations or data requires good level of business understanding and analytical capability.</li><li>Works on projects where outcomes will be dependent on other functions / teams delivering commitments and the incumbent needs to be able to influence delivery of these activities to meet the overall objectives.</li><li>Leads the strategic roadmap creation and implementation of category strategies for consumables.</li><li>Negotiates agreements (i.e., development agreement, statements of work, licensing agreement, supply agreements, etc.) achieving favorable terms that mitigate business risks and protect Illumina&rsquo;s IP while reducing equipment cost.</li><li>Strengthen strategic supplier relationships to reduce business risk and support manufacturing site escalations.</li><li>Collaborate with suppliers to develop capabilities, continuity, and capacity.</li><li>Leads the execution of continuous improvement initiatives within Global Supply Chain.</li><li>Partners with executive stakeholders to achieve functional and company goals.</li></ul> 
Listed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with the position. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.</div><div></div><div>
Preferred Qualifications 
 
<ul><li>Strategic thinker; anticipates and develops business opportunities and priorities for future action while also executing on concrete business objectives.</li><li>Customer focused, able to listen, very responsive, and action oriented to meet business needs while maintaining a positive, professional outlook.</li><li>Strong analytical skills that allow the successful candidate to extract core data from a variety of sources, draw conclusions and insights, and translate those insights into actions.</li><li>Business acumen; demonstrated ability to understand financial and legal terms.</li><li>Ability to deal effectively with pressure, multiple tasks, deadlines, and rapidly changing priorities.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills with requisite interpersonal skills to partner, collaborate and build relationships with business partners, suppliers, and regional teams.</li><li>Experience developing and leading RFx events.</li><li>Strong negotiator; ability to negotiate the best deal for ILMN and influence upward.</li><li>Ability to travel up to 25% of the time; both domestic and international.</li><li>Familiarity with ERP and procurement systems.</li><li>Proficient in use of Microsoft Office (Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, Access).</li></ul></div><div></div><div>
Experience/Education</div><div></div><ul><li><div>
Typically requires a minimum of 12 years of related experience with a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree; or 8 years and a Master&rsquo;s degree; or a PhD with 5 years of experience; or equivalent experience.</div></li></ul><div></div>
The estimated base salary range for the Sr Staff Strategic Sourcing Manager role based in the United States of America is: $138,800 - $208,200. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual&rsquo;s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off. 
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We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.</div>

Sr Staff Strategic Sourcing Manager

SCOPE Recruiting

<div>
 
 
 Position Overview
 
 The Sr. Manager - Procurement &amp; Supply Chain Management is a strategic leadership role responsible for managing approximately
 
 $50-60M in Indirect Spend
 
 . This individual will lead a team of two and partner with internal stakeholders to drive cost savings (targeting ~$9.7M) and value creation across key categories, including
 
 Professional Services, Corporate Travel, Contingent Workforce, and Facilities Management
 
 (Corporate and Manufacturing).
 
 
 Success in this role requires a blend of hands-on financial modeling, high-level executive "storytelling" via PowerPoint, and the ability to influence within a matrixed manufacturing environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Category Management:
 
 Manage a ~$50-60M Indirect Spend portfolio, specifically overseeing Professional Services, Corporate Travel, Contingent Workforce, and Facilities Management.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Strategic Sourcing:
 
 Lead end-to-end sourcing projects specifically within Indirect Categories and articulate specific savings achievements against goals (e.g., contributing to a ~$9.7M savings target).
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Negotiation &amp; Contract Management:
 
 Drive negotiations for services and indirect contracts, focusing on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and mitigating risk in service agreements (e.g., cleaning services, labor contracts).
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Team Leadership:
 
 Manage, mentor, and foster accountability for a team of two direct reports while collaborating with cross-functional partners like Finance and Legal.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Data Analysis &amp; Financial Modeling:
 
 Utilize high proficiency in
 
 Excel
 
 for bid comparisons, cost modeling, and complex data analysis to "tell the story" through numbers.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Executive Communication:
 
 Create and deliver advanced
 
 PowerPoint
 
 presentations for executive leadership to translate complex data and sourcing results into clear, strategic narratives.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Stakeholder Influence:
 
 Navigate a complex, matrixed organization to influence stakeholders who do not report to you to drive compliance and savings.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications &amp; Requirements
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Experience:
 
 8&ndash;12 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing or procurement.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Specialized Focus:
 
 Must have a
 
 minimum of 7 years of experience specifically managing Indirect Sourcing
 
 categories (Facilities, Professional Services, Travel).
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Industry Background:
 
 Experience in
 
 Manufacturing or Heavy Industrial environments
 
 is preferred to ensure understanding of manufacturing facility service contracts (HVAC, cleaning, etc.).
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Management Experience:
 
 Must have prior experience managing direct reports.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Technical Skills:
 
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 <li>
 Demonstrated high proficiency in
 
 Excel
 
 (Financial Modeling).
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated high proficiency in
 
 PowerPoint
 
 (Executive Presentations).
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Travel:
 
 Ability to travel occasionally as required for supplier meetings or site visits.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Work Authorization:
 
 Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Sr. Indirect Sourcing Manager

ER RECRUITMENT INDIA

Department/Role: Sr. Manager Purchase Location: Kolhapur Reports to: Operations Head Team Size: 6&ndash;10 Grade/Level: Job Purpose To lead the Purchase function for raw materials, packaging, consumables, and capital equipment, ensuring seamless supply chain operations, strategic sourcing, inventory control, cost reduction, and supplier development in support of continuous manufacturing excellence. Key Responsibilities &#61623; Lead all procurement activities, including raw materials, packaging, consumables, MRO, and capital equipment. &#61623; Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with cost reduction and supplier quality improvement. &#61623; Prepare raw material procurement plans based on inputs from PPC and production forecasts. &#61623; Manage sourcing and procurement of metals (Brass, Copper, BeCu, etc.), plastics (Polyamide, ABS, PBT, etc.), and packing materials. &#61623; Negotiate with domestic and international suppliers for best commercial terms and delivery timelines. &#61623; Analyse commodity prices, currency trends, and supply chain dynamics for procurement optimization. &#61623; Manage inventory planning to ensure continuous material availability while minimizing inventory carrying costs. &#61623; Develop and monitor minimum stock levels, reorder points, and MRP processes through ERP. &#61623; Conduct ABC analysis and manage non-moving inventory control. &#61623; Drive supplier audits, vendor development, and dual-sourcing strategies for critical items. &#61623; Collaborate with Quality team for supplier evaluation, rejection resolution, and compliance. &#61623; Lead periodic vendor rating, supplier meets, and best supplier recognition programs. &#61623; Ensure timely data sharing with Finance for payment forecasts and inventory MIS reporting. &#61623; Establish procurement SOPs, drive 5S in the department, and oversee HIRA and Aspect Impact assessments. &#61623; Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement team. &#61623; Monitor and report procurement KPIs (cost savings, inventory days, supplier PPM) to leadership. Core Competencies Competency Description Level Strategic Sourcing &amp; Cost Optimization Global sourcing, supplier development, and material cost reduction L5 Inventory &amp; Risk Management Stock level optimization, MRP/ERP usage, and risk mitigation planning L5&ndash; L4 Vendor Oversight &amp; Compliance Vendor audits, SOP adherence, and statutory procurement complianceCommodity &amp; Market Analysis Tracking price trends and gathering sourcing market intelligence L4 Leadership Competencies Competency Description Level Strategic Alignment &amp; Decision Making Aligning sourcing with business goals and making data- driven decisions L5 Team Development &amp; Change Leadership Mentoring team and leading supply chain transformation L4 Stakeholder &amp; Cross-functional Engagement Collaborating across teams for procurement success L4 Leadership Ownership Taking initiative and accountability for procurement strategies L5 Behavioural Competencies Competency Description Level Ownership &amp; Problem Solving Taking full accountability and resolving supply or vendor issues L5 Communication &amp; Customer Focus Clear communication and ensuring production continuity L4&ndash; L5 Ethical Conduct Maintaining transparency and integrity in all procurement actions L5 Resilience &amp; Adaptability Managing volatility and handling disruptions effectively L4 Technical Competencies Competency Description Level ERP/MRP &amp; ABC Analysis Proficiency in SAP/Oracle and optimizing inventory via ABC classification L5 Contract &amp; Vendor Management Legal/commercial handling and vendor evaluation scoring L4&ndash; L5 Procurement Data Analytics Generating dashboards, MIS, and cost analysis L4 Reporting &amp; Documentation Preparing procurement reports, vendor records, and compliance files L4 Analytical Competencies Competency Description Level Market &amp; Risk Intelligence Tracking material trends and analyzing sourcing risk L4 Cost-Benefit &amp; Alternative Sourcing Analysis Identifying cost-saving opportunities L5 Forecasting &amp; Planning Accurate payment forecasting and inventory planning L4 MIS Reporting &amp; Strategic Insight Producing high-level procurement MIS with strategic inputsLevel Description L1 Foundational Awareness &ndash; Possesses basic knowledge and understanding of the area; requires close guidance and support. L2 Developing Competence &ndash; Able to perform tasks with supervision; applies knowledge in routine situations and seeks guidance as needed. L3 Proficient &ndash; Demonstrates advanced capability; works independently with minimal supervision and consistently delivers quality outcomes. L4 Expert &ndash; Recognized as a subject matter expert; provides guidance to others, solves complex problems, and drives best practices. L5 Strategic Leader &ndash; Serves as a role model and visionary leader; sets direction, influences strategy, and fosters growth across the organization. Educational Qualifications &#61623; B.Tech/Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechanical Engineering. &#61623; Certification in Supply Chain / Procurement (preferred). &#61623; ERP/MRP system proficiency. Experience &#61623; 12 to 15 years in procurement with at least 3&ndash;5 years in a leadership role. &#61623; Experience in manufacturing (electromechanical/automotive/component industry preferred). Key Result Areas (KRAs) &#61623; Procurement Cost Reduction (% YoY). &#61623; Inventory Turnover Ratio. &#61623; Supplier PPM and On-Time Delivery (%). &#61623; Payment Forecast Accuracy (%). &#61623; Non-Moving Inventory Reduction (%). &#61623; Vendor Development &amp; Rating Improvement. &#61623; Compliance with Minimum Stock and Reorder Levels.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: &#8377;130,000.00 - &#8377;140,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Sr Purchase Manager (Manufacturing)

Ejadah

<div>
 
 
 
 Role Purpose:
 
 
 
 
 The Strategic Sourcing Manager will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies across assigned categories to deliver cost optimization, supplier innovation, and risk mitigation for existing and upcoming contracts for FM sector in UAE market.
 
 
 This role leads complex specialist sourcing initiatives, manages supplier relationships, and ensures compliance with organizational policies and ESG objectives.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 Strategic Sourcing &amp; Category Management
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Develop multi-year sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and UAE FM market trends.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct market intelligence and benchmarking to identify cost drivers and sourcing opportunities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Define sourcing waves, value levers (e.g., consolidation, Value Analysis/Value Engineering, Total Cost of Ownership and supplier segmentation.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 RFx &amp; Negotiation
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead end-to-end RFx processes: design, evaluation, scenario analysis, and award recommendations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Execute complex negotiations to secure cost, service, and innovation benefits.
 </li>
 <li>
 Draft and finalize commercial terms including SLAs, KPIs, penalties/incentives, and escalation clauses.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Supplier Relationship Management
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Implement SRM frameworks for strategic suppliers, including governance cadence and performance scorecards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive continuous improvement initiatives and innovation pipelines with suppliers.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Risk &amp; Compliance
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Assess and mitigate risks related to supply continuity, financial stability, and regulatory compliance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure adherence to company procurement policies, audit requirements, and ESG standards.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Financial &amp; Performance Management
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Own savings pipeline and validate cost reductions with Finance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor commodity indices and design indexation strategies where applicable.
 </li>
 <li>
 Track KPIs such as contract coverage, cycle time, and supplier performance.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Stakeholder Engagement
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Partner with business units, operations, and finance to align sourcing strategies with organizational goals.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support change management for supplier transitions and policy adoption.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Digital Enablement
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Utilize eSourcing platforms, CLM systems, and spend analytics tools for data-driven decisions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead process automation and compliance in procure-to-pay workflows.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Required Qualifications:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree; MBA or professional certifications (CIPS, CPSM).
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 8 plus years procurement experience, with strong background in strategic sourcing in FM fields.
 </li>
 <li>
 Expertise in complex negotiations, contract structuring, and supplier management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in eSourcing tools, CLM systems, and analytics platforms.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Core Competencies:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strategic Thinking &amp; Market Insight
 </li>
 <li>
 Commercial Acumen &amp; Negotiation
 </li>
 <li>
 Stakeholder Influence &amp; Communication
 </li>
 <li>
 Risk Management &amp; Compliance
 </li>
 <li>
 Supplier Innovation &amp; Continuous Improvement
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 KPIs:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Validated savings vs. baseline
 </li>
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 % spend under contract
 </li>
 <li>
 RFx cycle time reduction
 </li>
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 Supplier performance scorecards
 </li>
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 Risk mitigation metrics
 </li>
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 Stakeholder satisfaction
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Tools:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 eSourcing platforms (Oracle, Maximo, etc.)
 </li>
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 Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM)
 </li>
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 Spend analytics tools (Power BI,)
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Strategic Sourcing Manager

NIKE

<div><div>WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH</div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>
This role is a member to the Footwear Sourcing team. In this role, you will be contributing to a comprehensive sourcing strategy. You will be reporting to a director and helping manage sourcing strategies and product plans over multiple horizons and complexities. Your work will include scenario planning, analyzing business tradeoffs and optimization opportunities, standardizing business processes, and creating the future of Nike Footwear Sourcing. This work is not done in a silo! You will be closely collaborating with Geographies, Supply Planning, Product Development &amp; Innovation, manufacturing, internal analytics teams, counterparts in Asia, as well as factory partners. This is an individual contributor role with significant influence and collaboration across global teams.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR
We&rsquo;re looking for a Sr. Sourcing Business Analyst who is passionate about building for the future of footwear sourcing with out-of-the-box thinking and a proactive approach to operational challenges. You will manage multiple workstreams and drive insights into actions by partnering with cross-functional partners. You are comfortable with ambiguity and bring a self-starter attitude that is excited to work on sourcing and operational challenges to achieve a shared vision.
The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments, embraces ambiguity with confidence, and brings a proactive, self-starter mindset. You&rsquo;ll tackle complex operational challenges across both short- and long-term horizons, turning uncertainty into opportunity and driving progress toward our shared vision. The ideal candidate is a natural collaborator who can unite diverse stakeholders and data driven decision making in a fast-paced, cross-functional setting.
This role is perfect for someone with experience in supply chain, product, or manufacturing who also possesses exceptional analytical and communication skills. The ability to influence, build consensus, and foster collaboration is essential.
You will bring:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business, procurement, supply chain, engineering, data analytics or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.</li><li>
5+ years&rsquo; work experience in supply chain or related capacity in a manufacturing, trading, or consumer goods industry</li><li>
2 years&rsquo; additional relevant experience in lieu of a degree</li><li>
Strategic thinking and enterprise mindset</li><li>
Comfortable working with ambiguity and changing demands</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to see opportunity and generate solutions.</li><li>
Self-motivated, with strong sense of accountability, resourcefulness, and drive. A ready mindset for continual process improvement and automation</li><li>
Strong communication skills, specifically with influencing and storytelling</li><li>
Detail oriented with strong organizational skills and a strong sense of self-motivation and urgency</li><li>
Proficiency with data automation and reporting tools (Tableau, PowerBI, Smartsheets) to support the development of innovative analytics and reporting</li></ul>
WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON
In this role, you will collaborate with multiple Nike cross functional teams &amp; external manufacturing factory partners to ensure sourcing strategy and plans are created, aligned and executed to enable the footwear products to be made and delivered to the consumer. You will also provide sourcing expertise to ensure the critical cross functional projects are effectively sourced and implemented. In addition, you will drive continuous sourcing process improvements.
The role entails:<ul><li>
Performing analysis to inform the creation of the Footwear Network Strategy, long-term capacity planning, or a subset of product sourcing strategy including supporting coverage of Sport seasonal sourcing.</li><li>
Utilizing advanced optimization and scenario planning tools for strategic analysis and assessments</li><li>
Leading and supporting specific strategic sourcing processes through global cross-functional collaboration</li><li>
Assisting with innovation-related sourcing initiatives</li><li>
Contributing to the establishment and refinement of best practices in processes and operational models</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.</div>

Senior Strategic Sourcing General Analyst

Carnival Corporation

<div>
 The Manager, Strategic Sourcing - Indirect (e.g., Retail, Entertainment, Professional Services, Marketing, HR) will lead and manage efforts to secure optimal sourcing opportunities with local and regional impacts. This role aims to deliver value, drive savings, increase efficiency, assure supply, and mitigate supply chain risks. The Manager will act as a strategic partner who listens to understand business needs, plan and implement sourcing initiatives, and ensure project timelines and deliverables are met.
 
 
 The Manager, Strategic Sourcing &ndash; Indirect is responsible for ensuring integration of the procurement/sourcing policy and utilizing a strategic sourcing process that includes but is not limited to a rigorous market/region analysis, supplier risk analysis, and baseline spend analysis, to generate options and document a strategic sourcing plan that may include RFP execution, negotiations with suppliers, contract execution and implementation, and monitoring of source recommendations.
 
 
 They will work closely with various functional stakeholder groups at the VP and SVP level, providing expertise in effective strategy development, spend management, analysis, and negotiation. This role requires someone with leadership experience, business savvy, and the ability to influence spend decisions.
 
 
 The ideal candidate will be able to interpret and operationalize sourcing strategies developed by senior leadership or category leads, ensuring consistent execution and measurable value delivery.
 
 
 Job Functions:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead, develop, and implement an integrated strategic process across brands. This role will work with brand stakeholders and Corporate to identify strategic sourcing opportunities that effectively leverage our size and scale to deliver a competitive economic advantage while maintaining or improving quality and service levels. As needed, this role will develop a deep spend analysis by commodity, vendor and/or SKU to develop opportunities including an overall sourcing strategy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manages Strategic Sourcing Initiatives utilizing a strategic sourcing process (including but not limited to a market/region analysis, supplier risk analysis, baseline spend analysis, RFP execution, formal negotiation strategy and plan, contracting and implementation and monitoring of source recommendation). They negotiate multi-million-dollar contracts on behalf of Carnival engaging with suppliers at the COO and CEO level
 </li>
 <li>
 Manages Contracts and Key Supplier Relationships
 </li>
 <li>
 Engages and collaborates with brand stakeholders and corporate teams. This position will be responsible for managing the category portfolio and have significant spend oversight in Opex/CapEx. This involves a) Developing and implementing multi-year growth plans for their category or &ldquo;business units&rdquo;; b) Commercial awareness and continuously managing trends and gaps in the market that impact their category and in turn the companies supply chain; and c) Managing suppliers to ensure flow of products/services to company is unhindered
 </li>
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 Delivers Results to Performance Goals and Measurement including but not limited to hard savings, cost avoidance, supplier diversity and sustainability.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 The Manager, Strategic Sourcing - Indirect will lead and manage efforts across the four NA brands to secure optimal sourcing opportunities with local and regional impacts. This role aims to deliver value, drive savings, increase efficiencies, assure supply, and mitigate supply chain risks. The Manager will act as a strategic partner. They will understand business needs, plan and implement sourcing initiatives, and ensure project timelines and deliverables are met. They will work closely with work closely with various functional stakeholder groups at the VP and SVP level, providing expertise in effective strategy development, spend management, analysis, and negotiation.
 </li>
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 They will partner with stakeholders across Carnival&rsquo;s North America brands (CCL, HAL, PCL, and SBN) to ensure alignment with goals and objectives. The Manager, Strategic Sourcing &ndash; Indirect will utilize a strategic sourcing process that includes but is not limited to a rigorous market/region analysis, supplier risk analysis, and baseline spend analysis, to generate options and document a strategic sourcing plan that may include RFP execution, negotiations with suppliers, contract execution and implementation, and monitoring of source recommendations.
 </li>
 <li>
 They will be responsible for managing the category portfolio and have significant spend oversight of multi-million-dollar contracts in Opex/CapEx.
 </li>
 <li>
 While not having direct reports, they will demonstrate leadership abilities by strategically partnering and collaborating with product developers and key suppliers. They will be responsible for
 </li>
 <li>
 persuading, influencing and negotiating category strategy development, spend decisions and providing overall experience to a diverse range of stakeholders.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Qualifications:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor's Degree in Travel &amp; Hospitality, Retail, Supply Chain or other applicable disciplines
 </li>
 <li>
 CPSM or travel certifications preferred but NOT REQUIRED.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advanced spreadsheet and numerical analysis skills including financial cost analysis; should cost and total cost of ownership; Working knowledge of spend analytics and eRFX tools.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong Negotiation Skills, Strong business ethics, strong problem-solving ability, Strong multi-tasking capability in complex situations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated ability to think strategically and problem solve
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated ability to influence others and interact with all levels of the organization &ndash; can interface independently and effectively with peers in other departments / brands with an emphasis on being results oriented
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize changing workload requests
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong, proven analytical skills (data analysis fundamentals)
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong negotiation skills developed through sourcing / procurement environment experience
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong knowledge of contracting (negotiating business terms and scope writing
 </li>
 <li>
 Aggressive &ldquo;go getter&rdquo;, driven, capable of working with little supervision
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong communication and interpersonal skills; champion of change management; strong planning/project management skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Uses quality management skills to ensure all procedures and work activities conform to work specifications and standards
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work in a fast-paced business environment
 </li>
 <li>
 5+ years&rsquo; relevant experience in the travel and service industry leading strategic sourcing initiatives utilizing best practices category management methodology (&ldquo;six- &ldquo;or &ldquo;seven-step process&rdquo;) with expertise in influencing business strategy and supplier relations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Relevant experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives within areas of indirect spend.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Physical Demands: Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
 
 
 Travel: Less than 25% with shipboard travel likely
 
 
 Work Conditions: Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
 
 
 This position is classified as &ldquo;in-office.&rdquo; As an in-office role, it requires employees to work from a designated Carnival office in South Florida Tuesday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from their homes on Mondays and Fridays. Candidates must be located in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area.
 
 
 Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience.
 
 
 At Carnival, your total rewards package is much more than your base salary. All non-sales roles participate in an annual cash bonus program, while sales roles have an incentive plan. Director and above roles may also be eligible to participate in Carnival&rsquo;s discretionary equity incentive plan. Plus, Carnival provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including:
 
 
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 Health Benefits:
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 Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
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 Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
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 Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage
 </li>
 </ul>
 <li>
 Financial Benefits:
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 401(k) plan that includes a company match
 </li>
 <li>
 Employee Stock Purchase plan
 </li>
 </ul>
 <li>
 Paid Time Off
 </li>
 <ul>
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 Holidays &ndash; All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays to be taken at the employee&rsquo;s discretion.
 </li>
 <li>
 Vacation Time &ndash; All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year.  Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year.  All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure.
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 Sick Time &ndash; All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year.  Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.
 </li>
 </ul>
 <li>
 Other Benefits
 </li>
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 Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends
 </li>
 <li>
 Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement
 </li>
 <li>
 On-site Fitness center at our Miami campus
 
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 </ul>
 </ul>
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Manager, Strategic Sourcing - Indirect

Amgen

<div>In this vital role you will serve as the Sourcing Manager for G&amp;A AND GCO Cross Category. Reporting to the Amgen India Direct Lead, you will support the sourcing strategy for G&amp;A AND GCO Cross category. This includes identification, evaluation, and negotiations with suppliers to ensure the delivery of efficient and effective sourcing solutions that support our organizational goals. Your responsibilities will include supporting development of Strategic Sourcing Go-To-Market planning, aligned to both Business and Category Strategies, which can include conducting in-depth market analysis, determining and managing the sourcing process, working with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure overall alignment in sourcing activities and engaging with suppliers to achieve optimal terms and performance.
Roles &amp; Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Develop and execute global strategic sourcing initiatives to drive cost optimization, supplier performance, and risk management</li><li>
Lead supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract management (end to end) to ensure best-in-class procurement practices</li><li>
Analyze large datasets related to procurement, supplier performance, and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies</li><li>
Utilize data analytics tools to generate insights, create reports, and support strategic decision-making</li><li>
Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives. Act as a trusted advisor and thought leader across the organization, delivering insights on market trends, supplier capabilities and best sourcing strategies with accountability back to those leaders based on outcomes</li><li>
Understand and influence business needs to drive procurement strategies that support enterprise priorities in a proactive manner</li><li>
Establish and manage key supplier relationships to enhance quality, innovation, and long-term value.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, risk mitigation strategies, and sustainability initiatives.</li><li>
Work effectively with internal stakeholders and suppliers, demonstrating strong communication and collaboration skills</li><li>
Work closely with Procurement Commercial Category team to ensure sourcing execution alignment with the overall procurement strategy</li><li>
Provide guidance to junior team members and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.</li></ul>
Leadership<ul><li>
Guide and facilitate collaboration across cross-functional teams and regional stakeholders, ensuring that sourcing execution meets the diverse needs of the organization and are implemented effectively.</li><li>
Ensure that all G&amp;A AND GCO Cross category procurement activities are managed in compliance with regulatory, contractual, and operational risk requirements. Partner with Legal, Compliance, Data Privacy, and Cybersecurity teams to maintain oversight of risk mitigation strategies and ensure alignment with best practices.</li><li>
Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing peers to oversee the strategic approach to complex negotiations for contracts, providing guidance and ensuring that the right processes and frameworks are in place for RFPs, supplier evaluations, and contract development.</li><li>
Maturity to activate procurement resources towards category priorities while managing expectations with stakeholders.</li><li>
Responsible for delivering results aligned to Financial targets aligned and set by the Category Team, while also informing cost savings forecasting through strategic sourcing</li></ul>
Functional Skills:
Must-Have Skills:<ul><li>
Proven Strategic Sourcing Experience</li><li>
Strong Supplier Negotiation skills</li><li>
Experience with Global Procurement e-Sourcing and CLM Tools (e.g., SAP Ariba, Workday Strategic Sourcing, Sirion Labs)</li><li>
Proficiency in English language</li></ul>
Good-to-Have Skills:<ul><li>
Demonstrated leadership in G&amp;A AND GCO Cross category, including vendor management, cost optimization, and performance measurement</li><li>
Experience with negotiating with suppliers endemic to this category in Life Sciences, which in some instances may include Academic Institutions</li><li>
Deep understanding of sourcing management principles, supplier relationship management, and contract lifecycle management</li><li>
Experience leading large, cross-functional teams and managing complex global projects in a matrixed environment</li><li>
Strong financial, legal, and contractual fluency to navigate G&amp;A AND GCO cross category service agreements and deliver business-aligned outcomes.</li><li>
Exceptional ability to communicate sourcing strategies and influence senior stakeholders</li><li>
Familiarity with procurement platforms such as Ariba as well as ERP systems and advanced analytics tools to support decision-making and process automation</li><li>
Understanding of regulatory landscapes with the ability to navigate and manage compliance requirements</li></ul>
Soft Skills:<ul><li>
Strong verbal and written communication skills</li><li>
Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams</li><li>
Ability to navigate ambiguity</li><li>
High degree of initiative and self-motivation</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully</li><li>
Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals</li><li>
Influencing and Change Management skills</li></ul>
Educational Qualifications:
Master&rsquo;s or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree with at least 10+ years of of Strategic Sourcing experience 
CIPS certifications would be a strong good to have qualification for this role.</div>

Global Strategic Sourcing Manager- G&A and GCO Category

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