What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Sourcing Manager IV position at SSi People?
Job Title: Strategic Sourcing Manager IV
Location: Princeton, NJ – Remote
Must Have:
10 Years of Commercial Category Management experience within Market Access and Marketing
Job Summary:
- Join our client as a Strategic Sourcing Manager IV, where you’ll lead the charge in optimizing procurement strategies across various categories. This role is pivotal in driving cost efficiencies and fostering innovation through strategic vendor relationships and sourcing practices.
Job Responsibilities:
- Manage and enhance relationships with key vendors to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
- Oversee and ensure compliance with strategic sourcing policies and processes.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities leveraging industry trends and new technologies.
- Lead significant sourcing activities, including contract negotiations and strategy execution.
- Develop strategic objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success.
- Collaborate with business and financial teams to align sourcing strategies with organizational goals.
Skills Required:
- Extensive experience in commercial category management, particularly within the pharmaceutical sector.
- Proven track record in strategic sourcing or procurement roles.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence senior leadership.
- Strategic thinker with knowledge of emerging procurement technologies.
- Experience leading large, complex sourcing projects.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field; advanced degree preferred.