Director, Strategy and Analytics, Sourcing

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Director, Strategy and Analytics, Sourcing
Role Mandate
This role will lead the development and execution of key sourcing strategic initiatives, support dashboard maintenance, reporting and analytics, and manage the supplier forums for trade and non‑trade suppliers.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Strategy and Analytics, the Director will be accountable for delivering significant and sustainable results, with a focus on process optimization, automation, and cost to serve. The role involves leading projects with cross‑functional teams, working directly with suppliers, and cultivating strategic stakeholder relationships across the organization. This position requires a highly analytical and strategic thinker with exceptional problem‑solving skills.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional with deep industry experience and a proven track record of out‑of‑the‑box and innovative thinking. They should be comfortable navigating matrixed, fast‑paced and ambiguous environments. The role will require exceptional analytical skills, specifically in extracting insights from raw data, and the ability to build persuasive and impactful presentations for executive‑level audiences.

Accountabilities
Strategy

Lead end‑to‑end strategic project execution, defining the current state, analyzing opportunities for significant savings, and driving implementation to achieve measurable results.

Facilitate executive‑level workshops, design and implement new processes, oversee project training, manage change initiatives, and ensure seamless handovers.

Analyze complex data sets to identify actionable insights and communicate them effectively to senior leadership.

Develop and present compelling business cases and presentations to influence stakeholders and secure executive buy‑in for strategic initiatives.

Lead and mentor cross‑functional project teams to develop and deliver comprehensive strategies aligned with business objectives.

Chair working committees and steering groups, providing strategic direction, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Foster collaborative relationships with business units to ensure alignment and maximize the impact of strategic initiatives.

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

Own the sourcing team’s Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) programs, ensuring alignment with strategic sourcing objectives.

Manage deck templates, meeting agenda, supplier scorecard and segmentation models as inputs into the SRM process.

Facilitate regular meetings between sourcing leaders, business leaders and suppliers, identifying areas for improvement and partnership growth.

Foster collaborative relationships with key suppliers, promoting open communication and continuous improvement.

Sourcing Data, Dashboards & Reporting

Oversee the management of Sourcing team data, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and accessibility.

Oversee the development and maintenance of Sourcing team dashboards and reporting, providing insights into key performance indicators (KPIs) and identifying areas for improvement.

Lead the development of ad‑hoc reports and analyses to support strategic decision‑making.

Ensure compliance with data governance policies and procedures.

Analytics Support

Provide comprehensive analytical support to sourcing teams.

Oversee the development and implementation of standardized data analysis methodologies and tools to support sourcing teams.

Provide guidance and mentorship to data analysts, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and ensuring the delivery of…