Sourcing ManagerDepartment: North America ConsultancyEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Clayton, NCReporting To: Amanda StevensonDescriptionOur Mission (Why) 'To Maximize Value for our clients' - Through the delivery of world class commercial support we enable clients to maximize the return on their investment. To be the market leading provider of pre-contract services to the world's leading Contractor organizations. To provide a first class and stable working environment to allow us to have fulfilling careers and provide for our families. The Role (What) This position will be accountable for manage the suppliers and/or contractors selection process since the sourcing planning process until the fully execution of the contract in accordance with the sourcing plan, project schedule, budget and in compliance with Client's procurement and business ethics standards. Key ResponsibilitiesDuties and Responsibilities (How):
- Support the sourcing planning process for B and C equipment and/or support contracts.
- Define the sourcing strategy and generate the Evaluation Criteria, Evaluation.
- Methodology, RFP Documents, among others, if applicable.
- Conduct the RFP Process via Coupa.
- Generate the Commercial Bid analysis and support the Technical Bid Analysis, if applicable.
- Lead the negotiation with the potential suppliers
- Keep in contact with suppliers to check progress of items and verify quality and packaging.
- Coordinate with the Storage Area responsible the delivery of the equipment.
- Generate the contractual document and submit it for approval via Coupa and signature via DocuSign.
- Manage the contracts generated.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Supply Chain or Logistics, or a relevant field of study.
- Master's degree in Logistics, Projects, or a relevant field of study, preferred.
- Ten (10) years of experience in Planning, Sourcing Executions and Negotiations in projects in Life Science or similar areas.
- Knowledge background in Coupa, preferred. Strong knowledge of Strategic Sourcing methodologies, processes, and practices. Specific experience in large projects (>USD2Billion), preferred.
- Microsoft Office Suite Experience - 2+ years.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Great attention to detail.
- Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to explain technical concepts in simple terms.
- Excellent organizational skills.