Sourcing Lead Consultant

Responsibilities

• Developing, managing, implementing, and leading strategic sourcing opportunities to improve the organization's overall financial position
• Contributes to the execution of procurement and sourcing strategies through negotiating complex contractual agreements, category management, key stakeholder management, supplier management, and managing cross-functional projects
• Leverages market intelligence and industry knowledge to lead major initiatives and RFx processes
• Works closely with stakeholders to identify critical business requirements and manage the status of sourcing activities
• Provides insights on mitigating risk, forecasting demand, and optimizing value within the sourcing process
• Responsible for creating and managing diverse strategic supplier partnerships that drive enterprise value with innovation, best cost, and competitive advantages
• Engages with stakeholders to optimize supplier selection and drive cost reduction initiatives
• Leads major projects including RFx development, bid process oversight, negotiations, and contract execution
• Collaborates with business stakeholders to implement sourcing strategies and enhance contract performance
• Plans and communicates project status to maintain stakeholder relationships and identify strategic opportunities
• Develops comprehensive category strategies and stays informed about industry trends and emerging technologies

• Bachelor's Degree in supply chain management, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration; or equivalent work experience
• 7+ Years in Supply Chain, Sourcing, Procurement, Vendor Management, or related functions
• Experience negotiating and managing sourcing agreements
• Experience developing and executing sourcing strategies
• Experience managing US government procurements in the healthcare industry (preferred)
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of procurement/sourcing policies and regulations
• Effective negotiation and influencing skills across various categories
• Familiarity with contract lifecycle management and external sourcing/acquisition requirements
• Technical competence with P2P and contract management software applications
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in ambiguous and time-sensitive environments
  
  Effective relationship management skills: ability to build and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
• Concise and confident written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to acquire, organize, and synthesize financial data to identify key findings.
• Preferred:
  Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) - ISM