Indirect Sourcing Manager II, Travel Services

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 Reporting to the Director – Global Indirect Category Management (GICM), the Sourcing Manager II is responsible for implementing indirect category and sourcing strategies in support of global Travel Services, Meetings and Events, and Payment Optimization category plans. This role is responsible for the development, execution, and compliance of global indirect sourcing strategies across all Cencora business units. Responsibilities Responsible for executing global indirect sourcing strategies for Travel Services, Meetings and Events, and Payment Optimization categories. Creates and drives collaboration with internal stakeholders at the various Cencora business units as well as external vendors to optimize value on indirect spend 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 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, etc. in 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 Education and Work Experience Completion of a four-year bachelor's degree program or equivalent combination of experience and education Five to seven (5-7) years of directly related and progressively responsible experience Exceptional contract management and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects of various diverse scope in a cross-functional environment Experience sourcing and/or managing global travel programs desired including Agency, Airline, Hotel and Car Rental. Experience working with payment strategies including working capital leverage and purchasing card a plus Skills and Knowledge Knowledge of global cultural differences and business practices Ability to navigate confrontational issues in a positive manner Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with global internal stakeholders Excellent negotiation and contract optimization skills Strong stakeholder management skills Strong problem solving and ability to apply appropriate tools and analysis to specific situations Strong organizational skills; attention to detail Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required; proficiency in SAP Ariba and iCertis a plus 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 day. 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