strategic sourcing specialist

TREW LLC

<div><div><b>Position Description:</b></div>
<div>The Strategic Sourcing Specialist role will be responsible for the strategic management of supplier relationships in support of Trew&rsquo;s Product Development team. This role will assist in optimizing the value and performance in the acquisition of goods and services for the organization. The Strategic Sourcing Specialist will create innovative sourcing strategies to mitigate risks to business operations contacts and to develop relationships with suppliers that provide the best value to Trew.</div>
<div>The ideal candidate will possess good self-management skills, well rounded thinking, confidence, a collaborative approach to working with others within various departments, and the ability to work under pressure and timelines associated with the daily life in the Strategic Sourcing department of a fast-moving industry.</div>
<div></div><div><b>Duties/ Responsibilities:</b></div>
<ul><li>Assist in leadership of New Product Development (NPD) initiatives, including identifying and onboarding suppliers and managing supplier relationships</li>
<li>Support the Product Development engineering team, including by acting as the technical and commercial interface between suppliers and the Product Development engineering team</li>
<li>Initiate and coordinate design review discussions between the Product Development engineering team and suppliers to identify areas for improvement in the manufacturability of components</li>
<li>Create and manage RFQ packages with current and prospective suppliers and analyze for best value to the project and the Company</li>
<li>Negotiate contracts, improved prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to add value to the Company</li>
<li>Manage prototype and production costs to align with NPD project budgets and product targets and communicate results to internal stakeholders</li>
<li>Manage prototype part delivery and related order documentation, including expediting to support NPD project schedules</li>
<li>Support development of process to transition prototype parts to production parts</li>
<li>Interface with Strategic Sourcing team responsible for production commodities to understand current strategies, trends, and norms within each commodity</li>
<li>Research and evaluate areas of opportunity and reduce costs where possible</li>
<li>Explore alternate supplier sources for goods and materials</li>
<li>Aid in the development of creative and innovative procurement processes and strategies for both NPD and production to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement</li>
<li>Coordinate First Article and/or Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) packages according to the requirements of the Product Development and Quality teams</li>
<li>Maintain a willingness to learn about the Company and its operations and business functions so that maximum value can be added to the project teams</li>
<li>Become a teammate who is sought to support the activities of internal and external stakeholders related to NPD</li>
<li>Research potential vendors&rsquo; abilities and products via supplier visits and assessments</li>
<li>Deliver briefs, updates and reports as and when required, in particular when there is a risk which could prevent the organization meeting customer demands or where there are over capacity concerns</li>
<li>Assist where able in training less experienced team members</li>
<li>Maintain a high level of performance in carrying out the goals of the department and the Company</li>
<li>Support product change requests and manufacturing process improvement objectives relative to sourced components and communicate the impact on supplier capacity and cost</li>
<li>Ensure good communications, and update records with new and existing suppliers</li>
<li>Ensure that a professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationships</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with company guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures guidance</li>
<li>Perform other special projects or duties as assigned by manager</li>
</ul>
<div></div><div><b>Required Skills/ Abilities:</b></div>
<div></div><div><ul><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and contribute performance-based solutions is required</li>
<li>Ability to add value by reducing cost, cost avoidance, and making business improvements</li>
<li>Understanding of vendor relations and specific function capabilities as they relate to NPD and production processes desired</li>
<li>Ability to add value by identifying ways to reduce cost and make business improvements and by negotiating favorable terms with suppliers</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to manage own work load with minimal supervision required</li>
<li>Able to work effectively in a team environment as well as an individual contributor</li>
<li>Experience establishing and maintaining good working relationships with internal and external customers</li>
<li>Highly diligent, self-starting, and goal-oriented and will find ways to knock down barriers to obtain solutions to challenging tasks</li>
<li>Strong desire to learn about mechanical and electrical components within the material handling industry</li>
<li>Strong analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills</li>
<li>Thorough knowledge of supply and demand planning</li>
<li>Understanding of supply chain management principles and practices</li>
<li>Proficiency in Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook and ERP systems, preferably NetSuite</li>
<li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Working knowledge of MS SharePoint / Teams</li>
<li>Ability to read engineering drawings</li>
</ul>
<div></div><div><b>Education &amp; Experience</b></div>
<ul><li>A bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, engineering, or related field</li>
<li>At least 3-5 years&rsquo; experience in a project-oriented environment is not required but is preferred</li>
<li>Experience with mechanical and electrical components and parts is preferred</li>
<li>APICS certification is not required but is preferred</li>
</ul>
<div></div><div>Work Environment This is primarily a desk-based role, requiring extended periods of sitting and computer use</div>
<div>Hybrid position with approximately 3 days in office per week</div>
<div></div><div>Physical Requirements Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Ability to traverse office and manufacturing facility.</div>
<div></div><div><i>Trew EEO Statement</i><i> </i><i>Trew and its companies are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.</i></div>
<div></div><div>Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.</div></div></div><div></div>

Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Werfen

<div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Information</b></h3><div>
Number</div>
<div>ICIMS-2025-9509</div>
<div>Job function</div>
<div>Manufacturing</div>
<div>Job type</div>
<div>Full-time</div>
<div>Location</div>
<div>San Diego - AID - 9900 Old Grove Road San Diego, California 92131-1638 United States
</div><div>Country</div>
<div>United States</div>
<div>Shift</div>
<div>1st</div>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Position</b></h3><div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Introduction</b></h4>
<div><p><b>Werfen</b></p><p><br>
</p><p>Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.</p><p></p><p><br>
Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We&rsquo;re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.</p></div>
</div></div><div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Overview</b></h4>
<div><p><b>Job Summary</b></p><p><br>
</p><p>The Strategic Sourcing Specialist supports the Procurement team by <b>analyzing supplier performance, cost structures, and market trends to optimize sourcing strategies</b>. This role is responsible for <b>gathering and interpreting data</b> to drive supplier negotiations, enhance supplier relationships, and support cost-saving initiatives. The specialist collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure procurement decisions align with business objectives, compliance requirements, and industry regulations. Performs responsibilities in accordance with applicable FDA, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and state regulations, as well as relevant standards, including but not limited to ISO 13485.</p></div>
</div></div><div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Responsibilities</b></h4>
<div><p><b>Key Accountabilities</b></p><p></p><p><br>
&#61623; <b>Advanced analytical skills in procurement data, supplier performance, and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.</b>&#61623; Support supplier evaluation and selection processes by providing data-driven insights.&#61623; Support supplier contract negotiations and management to drive successful agreements that align with business objectives and optimize cost, quality, and service.&#61623; Assist in the development and implementation of category management strategies.&#61623; Support and optimize supplier scorecards to track performance metrics.&#61623; Conduct cost modeling and should-cost analysis to support negotiations.&#61623; Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with operational needs.&#61623; Monitor industry trends and supply chain risks to mitigate potential disruptions.&#61623; Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Networking/Key relationships</b></p><p></p><p><br>
This position works regularly and collaboratively with staff in Werfen&rsquo;s Receiving, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Production Planning, Shipping, and Finance teams.</p></div>
</div></div><div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h4>
<div><p><b>Skills &amp; Capabilities</b></p><p><br>
&#61623; </p><p><b>Strong analytical</b> and problem-solving skills with <b>ADVANCED Excel</b>, Power BI, and ERP systems (SAP preferred).&#61623; Knowledge of data visualization tools and statistical analysis techniques.&#61623; Excellent communication and collaboration skills.&#61623; Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.&#61623; Demonstrated experience of successful use of customer relationship skills.&#61623; Proven track record of successful supplier contract negotiation and management required.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Minimum Knowledge &amp; Experience</b></p><p><b>
Education:</b> Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.</p><p><b>
Experience:</b> 4-6 years in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain analytics, preferably in the medical device or life sciences industry.Industry Knowledge: Understanding of supplier performance management, cost analysis, and procurement best practices.Management has the discretion of substituting relevant work experience for a degree and/or making exceptions to the years of experience requirement.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Travel requirements </b>Limited domestic and international travel (&lt;10%) to supplier sites and industry conferences.</p><p></p><p><br>
Salary range for this position is $80,000-$125,000 per year.</p></div><br>
</div></div><p></p><div><div><div><p>If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.</p><p></p><p><br>
Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual&rsquo;s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.</p><p></p><p><br>
We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.</p><p></p><p><br>
www.werfen.com</p></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

BEUMER Group

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 BEUMER Group is an international manufacturing leader in intralogistics in the fields of conveying, loading, palletising, packaging, sortation and distribution technology. BEUMER Group offers the right solution for almost every logistic challenge. We are a family owned, intralogistics leader, where tradition and innovation go hand in hand. We are pd of what our employees create each day. Integrity, Inspiration, Quality and Teamwork!
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   identification of good cost effective and quality orientated suppliers lookinto the future prospectus of entire business segments within India and on the Asia pacific level to support the global customers and supply chain.
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   Cordination with Cluster Asia and global procurement team for alignment of the processes, prices and regional developments.
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   Doing the cost breakup of every engineering products and validating the prices/ROC.Doing volume consolidation and having best prices in the market.
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   Doing alternate sourcing of the single source suppliers.
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   Strenghting the commercial terms with the suppliers and settling all the risks involved during the contract finalization with suppliers for bigger Projects in all segments.
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   Having spent analytics, Settling the benchmark and the progressing improvement in all the aspects of procurement function.
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   Having vendor consolidation in low spent suppliers and setting up the special focus/plans for the Strategic suppliers.
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   Setting up new tools I.e Reverse aucting, supplier ratings, transporters MIS and other online tools which can increase the efficiency of overall procurement department.
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   B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering
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   8 to 12 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, and supplier management
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   Strong skills in cost engineering and contract negotiation
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   Experience in global supply chain coordination and digital tools
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 : We offer a wide range of attractive and exciting assignments, plus the chance to continue one&rsquo;s professional and personal development.
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   Interesting, challenging projects with Global MNCs, working on innovative technologies
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   Exposure to niche skills and learning opportunities
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   Talented, passionate, and collaborative team - the best experts within the industry
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   Flexibility and autonomy
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 If you truly believe you're a fit for the above - we're happy to hear from you.
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Honeywell

<div><p>The IT Strategic Sourcing Specialist Principal will establish and drive procurement of IT Software, Services and Hardware in alignment with business leadership for your IT category globally as per the Annual Operating Plan and overall category Strategic Plan. You will have responsibility for driving competitive category supply strategies to achieve lowest total cost and highest quality for your category, reduced working capital via negotiation planning and execution, High Growth Region sourcing, Value Engineering, Consumption Reduction and Sole / Single Source elimination. You will also manage supplier performance to support your category and ensure supply continuity. You will be managing several projects in dynamic but fun work environment. You will ensure compliance with company business policies and procedures and review legal contracts and documents. You will be involved in Merger, Acquisition and Divestiture projects.</p></div>
<br><div><p><b>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
</b></p><ul><li>Drive and execute Procurement and Category Strategies as relates to the overall IT Category
</li><li>Manage Supplier Selection, RFQ and RFI process, Negotiation, Contracting and supplier performance processes
</li><li>Execute on purchasing projects assigned through the Procurement Intake tool from IT input to contracting, finance approval, purchase requisition to Purchase Order
</li><li>Drive Master Service Agreements and Statements of Work from templates through redline process to execution and review of legal contracts and documents
</li><li>Drive savings through understanding and modeling of various supplier savings plans, reserved instances and enterprise level discounts
</li><li>Manage supplier Quarterly Business Reviews and drive a rigorous supplier scorecard process
</li><li>Assist in Merger, Acquisition and Divestiture projects
</li><li>Assist in Tactical Procurement escalations, reconciliations and reporting as required
</li><li>Improve Working Capital through negotiation of Payment Terms extensions, Payment cycle optimization, Vendor Managed Inventories Inventory and Lead time reductions
</li><li>Understand objectives of IT Service Owners in the area of software, cloud, services, data center infrastructure and translate into supporting supplier strategies
</li><li>Manage Information Technology Category Strategies including Spend Analysis, Benchmarking, Cost, Market Analysis and Global Technology / Economic trends
</li><li>Formulate and execute on Annual and Strategic Plans
</li><li>Ensure Relationship development and management with key Supplier Leadership
</li><li>Inventory and lead time reductions</li></ul></div>
<br><div><p><b>YOU MUST HAVE
</b></p><ul><li>Extensive experience (6+ years) in Contract Management and Negotiations
</li><li>Strong Contract Management Experience
</li><li>Experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain
</li><li>Experience with IT Commodity management, for example Engineering and Enterprise software (Siemens, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft)
</li><li>Experience in RFPs/RFQs/RFIs
</li><li>Demonstrated impact savings and improving working capital
</li></ul><p><b>WE VALUE
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, Business
</li><li>Extensive experience in sourcing &amp; procurement
</li><li>Experience with Merger, Acquisition and Divestiture projects
</li><li>Working and/or guiding in Matrix and complex Team Environments
</li><li>Project Management and/or Contract Management Experience
</li><li>Professional Certifications in Project/Supply Chain/ Procurement/Contract Management
</li><li>Team guide experience in Supply Management/Sourcing/Procurement/Business
</li><li>Demonstrated Business and financial acumen
</li><li>Experience with SAP, E Sourcing Platforms, Request for Quotation Tools, Project
</li></ul><p><b>ABOUT HONEYWELL
</b></p><p>Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world's most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state-of-the-art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe. Learn more about Honeywell: <b>click here </b><i>(https://www.honeywell.com/us/en)
</i></p><p><b>BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL
</b></p><p>In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information visit: <b>click here </b><i>(https://benefits.honeywell.com/)
</i></p><p>The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.</p></div>
<br><div>Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments &ndash; powered by our Honeywell Forge software &ndash; that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.</div>

IT Strategic Sourcing Specialist Principal

Amazon.com

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><div>
Are you a Strategic Sourcing superstar looking to make a big impact?<br>
<br>
As Amazon rapidly becomes the world's largest consumer of corporate services, our Global Corporate Procurement team is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join us in Arlington, VA.<br>
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Strategic Sourcing Specialists, working under the general direction of more senior team members, manage strategic sourcing engagements as a central team supporting a wide range of Amazon and subsidiary business units.<br>
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In this pivotal role, you'll design innovative sourcing strategies and lead sourcing engagements across a wide range of business units. Your mission? Improve performance, optimize efficiency, ensure top-notch quality, and enable new initiatives to launch and scale with lightning speed.<br>
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Demonstrating a passionate commitment to procurement excellence, you will flawlessly handle and execute sourcing initiatives, communicating efficiently and effectively with stakeholders across various business units. Adept at juggling multiple priorities, you will thrive in the fast-paced, dynamic environment, contributing to both short-term tactical and long-term strategic efforts.<br>
<br>
Does this sound like your next great challenge? If you're passionate about finding the right products, goods and services at the right time from the right suppliers, we want to hear from you.<br>
<br>
Come join our fast-paced, innovative team and help Amazon make history in Corporate Procurement.
<br>
<br>
Apply today!<br>
<br>
A day in the life<br>
As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you will support complex sourcing projects from start to finish. This will involve closely engaging with a diverse array of internal and external stakeholders to identify sourcing strategy - that balances business needs, effort, and efficiencies.
<br>
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<ul><li>Review spend data and market trends for key indirect spend categories</li><li>Participate in cross-functional team meetings to align on sourcing priorities and requirements</li><li>Conduct market research and prepare RFP documents for upcoming sourcing projects</li><li>Manage the RFP process, evaluate proposals, negotiate commercial deal terms and contracts, and create award recommendations</li><li>Contribute to the development of category management plans</li><li>Provide procurement analytics and insights to support data-driven decision making</li><li>Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in strategic sourcing</li></ul><br>
About the team<br>
Key coverage areas: Professional Services</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>BA degree, or BS degree</li><li>3+ years of relevant strategic sourcing experience</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>MBA, or MS degree</li><li>3+ years of in-depth experience in best-in-class procurement practices (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, etc.)</li><li>Extremely customer-focused and takes the time to understand the needs of the business</li><li>Ability to assess risk and concisely explain complex issues to principal business owners</li><li>Experience working in a large, global, highly matrixed organization</li><li>Strong analytical skills including the ability to quickly synthesize, distill and draw conclusions on large amounts of disparate data</li><li>Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
<br>
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<br>
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $84,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $147,900/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.</div>

Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Global Corporate Procurement

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><div>
Amazon Global Corporate Procurement (GCP) is looking for high-performing individuals to serve as the go-to resource for early stage and highly confidential businesses across Amazon. This role will drive cost efficiencies and help internal teams scale quickly. The Special Projects Strategic Sourcing Specialist supports a wide variety of functions (Source-to-Pay, negotiation, vendor management, process improvement, supply chain) for internal businesses that need to rapidly scale from small projects to multi-million dollar opportunities.<br>
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Strategic Sourcing Specialists, working under the general direction of more senior team members, manage strategic data analysis to identify new customers and drive sourcing engagements across Amazon teams and subsidiaries. In this role, you'll design innovative sourcing and vendor management strategies and lead sourcing engagements across a wide range of business units. Your mission? Improve performance, optimize efficiency, ensure top-notch quality, and enable new initiatives to launch and scale with lightning speed.<br>
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Demonstrating a passionate commitment to solving innovative problems, you will help identify new business opportunities for the Sourcing team, handle and execute sourcing initiatives, and vendor management; communicating efficiently and effectively with stakeholders across various business units. Adept at juggling multiple priorities, you will thrive in the fast-paced, dynamic environment, contributing to both short-term tactical and long-term strategic efforts.<br>
<br>
Does this sound like your next great challenge? If you're passionate about finding the right products,, goods and services at the right time from the right suppliers and comfortable with ambiguity we want to hear from you.<br>
<br>
Come join our fast-paced, innovative team and help Amazon make history in Corporate Procurement.
<br>
Apply today!<br>
<br>
A day in the life<br>
As a Special Projects Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you will support complex sourcing projects from start to finish. This will involve closely engaging with a diverse array of internal and external stakeholders to identify sourcing strategy - that balances business needs, effort, and efficiencies.
<br>
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<ul><li>Identify new internal customers and sourcing opportunities utilizing analysis from multiple sources
</li><li>Review spend data, contract pipelines, and market trends for key spend categories</li><li>Contribute to cross-functional team meetings to align on Source-to-Pay priorities and requirements</li><li>Contribute to ongoing customer and vendor management, including development of category and vendor management plans</li><li>Partner with business, finance, and legal leaders to identify and implement Procure-to-Pay best practices including savings and controllership</li><li>Work closely with engineers, scientists, technical stakeholders, and leadership to ensure products and services meet the needs of the business</li><li>Conduct market research and prepare RFP documents for upcoming sourcing projects</li><li>Manage the RFP process, evaluate proposals, negotiate commercial deal terms and contracts, and create award recommendations</li><li>Provide procurement analytics and insights to support data-driven decision making</li><li>Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in strategic sourcing</li><li>Track spend and consumption across key agreements. Identify associated risks</li></ul><br>
About the team<br>
Our Global Corporate Procurement (GCP) special projects team engages with early stage Amazon teams that do not otherwise have dedicated procurement , business development, or vendor management support. This team focuses on the unique needs of early stage teams to increase cost efficiencies and as a value-added accelerator. The team serves as internal consultants and embedded procurement resources across multiple categories and industries.<br>
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</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>BS degree, or BA degree</li><li>3+ years of relevant strategic sourcing including vendor negotiations, global contract management, process improvement, operational and financial analysis experience</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>MBA, or MS degree</li><li>Experience understanding needs of business and end customers and translating them into right solutions</li><li>3+ years of in-depth experience in best-in-class procurement practices (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, etc.), including highly technical or highly complex spend categories</li><li>Experience working in a startup environment to address immediate tactical purchasing needs while building for future-scale</li><li>Passionate self-starter with the highest integrity and ethics</li><li>Strong negotiator with proven experience in setting negotiation strategies and conducting negotiations</li><li>Working knowledge of the basic types of commercial agreement structures and the function and purpose of key legal terms</li><li>Ability to assess risk and concisely explain complex issues to principal business owners</li><li>Strong analytical skills including the ability to quickly synthesize, distill and draw conclusions on large amounts of disparate data</li><li>Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
<br>
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<br>
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $84,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $147,900/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.</div>

Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Special Projects, Global Corporate Procurement (GCP)

The Mosaic Company

<div><div>The Mosaic Company (NYSE: MOS) is the world&rsquo;s leading integrated producer of concentrated phosphate and potash&mdash;two of the three most important nutrients in agriculture. We employ more than 13,000 people in six countries to serve farmers all over the world. Our Headquarters is in Lithia, Florida with operations throughout North America (U.S./Canada) and South America.</div><div>
At Mosaic We Help the World Grow the Food it Needs - Apply today and join our team!</div><div></div><div><i>
Where will you work:</i><i> The successful candidate will work out of our FishHawk office &ndash; Lithia, Florida | 13830 Circa Crossing Drive or our Regina office located at 1700-2010 12th Ave | Regina, SK S4P 0M3.</i></div><div></div><div>
Sourcing Specialist &ndash; Maintenance, Repair, and Operations Procurement</div><div></div><div>
We're looking for a Sourcing Specialist who enjoys digging into data and finding smart ways to cut costs. In this role, you&rsquo;ll help shape sourcing strategies for equipment, materials, and services, while also managing vendor relationships and specific MRO categories. You&rsquo;ll play a key part in tracking performance, supporting major projects, and driving meaningful cost savings through your insights and analysis.</div><div></div><div>
What you&rsquo;ll do:</div><ul><li><div>
Conduct training and information support as needed for Suppliers and Mosaic employee in topics associated with the Strategic Sourcing Process, Alliance Supplier implementation and transition, Supplier Scorecard/KPI processes and Supplier utilization</div></li><li><div>
Monitor vendor KPIs, contracts, and rebates and make value add information available to Buyers/Managers for incorporation into their bid reviews</div></li><li><div>
Develop and implement other KPI's as necessary to drive performance</div></li><li><div>
Track and report trends in spend in key services and MRO categories</div></li><li><div>
Benchmark Mosaic costs vs key market indicators (PPI, CPI, commodity pricing) to ensure that the prices paid are competitive with the market</div></li><li><div>
Monitor contractor and supplier performance versus commercially agreed terms</div></li><li><div>
Provide analytical support for strategic sourcing projects aimed at reducing spend in MRO and other areas as assigned</div></li><li><div>
Play key role in support of the 9 step strategic sourcing process by providing analysis, supplier and market data</div></li><li><div>
Assist with development of the fact base and participate in strategy development for the category</div></li><li><div>
Lead projects and provide vendor management for assigned MRO categories.</div></li><li><div>
Analyze item usage looking for efficiency improvements and cost savings through vendor assignment, tail spend management, and standardization opportunities</div></li><li><div>
Research and address item and/or vendor issues as brought forward</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
What you&rsquo;ll need:</div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor's degree in business management, business administration, accounting, or related field</div></li><li><div>
1+ years of experience in strategic sourcing experience, procurement, purchasing, financial analysis, data analytics, and/or related field</div></li><li><div>
Proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office Suite</div></li><li><div>
Intermediate skills in MS Excel such as formulas, VLOOKUP's, pivot tables, and/or data manipulation</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
What's in it for you:</div><ul><li><div>
A competitive base salary + a bonus incentive</div></li><li><div>
11 paid holidays each year</div></li><li><div>
A generous retirement and savings program with a company match</div></li><li><div>
Paid sick leave</div></li><li><div>
Paid vacation</div></li><li><div>
A robust flexible benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life &amp; disability insurance</div></li><li><div>
Employee and Family Assistance Program</div></li><li><div>
Tuition reimbursement</div></li></ul></div>

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