Sourcing Manager II
Sourcing Manager II
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Job Description
Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!
Job Details
Summary:
Under general supervision of the Sr. Director Global Indirect Strategic Sourcing the Sourcing Manager II is responsible for the strategy and management of Global Indirect Sourcing categories on a multi-country and multi-Cencora divisional basis. This role is responsible for the development execution and compliance of global indirect sourcing strategies for all business units globally to maximize the overall value to AmerisourceBergen.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible implementing global indirect sourcing strategies for their respective categories based on the direction of the Senior Director
Creates and drives collaboration with internal stakeholders at the various Cencora business units as well as external vendors to optimize value on indirect spend
Bridges cultural differences and nuances in order to achieve the best value for all Cencora affiliates
Utilizes spend data to determine opportunities and priorities to leverage Cencora volumes across all business units and implement global contracts where appropriate
Assists in the identification and selection of suppliers to meet the needs identified across the company by competitive bidding conducting value analysis industry structure evaluations and understanding total costs
Represents and positions Cencora favorably with suppliers and acts as an advocate for Cencora interests relative to suppliers actions and policies
Continuously re-evaluates contracts to ensure Cencora is obtaining the best price product and services
Supports efforts to build and maintain supplier partnerships and relationships resolve issues conflicts and cultural differences and implement B2B solutions as needed
Provides advisory services to other departments and divisions in the purchase of indirect goods where procurement does not own the category such as contracting and negotiation strategies
Manages strategic account relationships with senior management of supplier organizations
Collaborates with internal departments such as Risk Management Finance Legal Operations order to ensure the best interests of Cencora are met
Utilizes guidelines and tools for indirect strategic sourcing to procure indirect goods and services in the most cost effective and efficient manner
Performs related duties as assigned
Required Skills and Qualifications
Requires broad training in fields such as business administration accountancy sales marketing computer sciences or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four year bachelors degree program or equivalent combination of experience and education
Normally requires a minimum of five to seven (5-7) years directly related and progressively responsible experience
International sourcing experience will be key to the success of this role
Outstanding knowledge of product and global supplier base product relationships and industry trends
Working knowledge of sales purchasing supply chain management and/or inventory management principles and methodologies
Exceptional contract management and project management skills including the ability to manage multiple projects of various diverse scope in a cross-functional environment
Knowledge of cultural differences and business practices globally
Ability to deal with confrontational issues in a positive manner
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with internal stakeholders around the globe
Excellent negotiation skills and contract optimization skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Outstanding problem solving skills and ability to apply the appropriate tools and level of analysis to specific situations
Strong organizational skills; attention to detail
Ability to implement processes resulting in satisfactory audit practices
Strong computer skills in order to operate effectively with company systems and programs; knowledge of Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook
What Cencora offers
We provide compensation benefits and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members ability to live with purpose every addition to traditional offerings like medical dental and vision care we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical emotional financial and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families which may include backup dependent care adoption assistance infertility coverage family building support behavioral health solutions paid parental leave and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth we also offer a variety of training programs professional development resources and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs employee resource groups volunteer activities and much more. For details visit time Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity genetic information national origin age disability veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal state or local law. The companys continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting training compensation benefits promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory. Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment please call 888.692.2272 or email . We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returnedEqual Employment Opportunity
Affiliated Companies
Affiliated Companies: AmerisourceBergen Services Corporation
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
