Manager, Indirect Sourcing

Job Summary

Develop and execute commodity strategy with your team of Sr. Buyer/Planners and Buyers. This strategy is to ensure a strong supply line at the most optimum Total Cost of Ownership. Work with other cross-functional team to positively impact the Key Metrics like OTD, Cost Savings, and Quality.

Essential Functions

• Identify sources of high-quality products and services at competitive market prices
• Perform supplier audits/meetings both domestic and international
• Create and execute in depth "Requests for Proposal" that contain data driven and process-oriented sourcing project plans
• Develop solid fact-based Global Commodity Strategies
• Manage a team of buyers/sr. buyers/specialists to develop and achieve the business objectives and functional team goals
• Negotiate and formalize short- or long-term contracts with key suppliers
• Help to develop innovative solutions, approaches, methodologies that address present and future supply chain requirements
• Continuous improvement of savings tool and tracking methodology
• Maintain scorecard of results and metrics
• Maintain high levels of effective communication and professionalism with co-workers, management, suppliers, and customers, etc.
• Evaluate industry/market trends, develop risk assessments, identify business best practices, and draw conclusions to present appropriate recommendations to management
• Central point of expertise and knowledge for procurement related activities
• Lead and identify continuous improvement/cost reductions on a regular and proactive basis (i.e. supplier rationalization, demand management, and other proactive opportunities)
• Develop strategies to achieve Indirect Sourcing and Purchasing objectives, including process and cost efficiencies
• Communicate results to head of Global Sourcing and seeking upper management support when necessary

Required/Preferred Education And Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field
• MBA or equivalent degree preferred
• 7 years of experience in Indirect/Direct Strategic Sourcing required
• Supplier performance management, contract negotiation, and cost management experience
• Consulting or Medical Device industry experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong project management and organizational skills - able to manage multiple projects/initiatives simultaneously
• Analytical capabilities (data analysis and benchmarking research)
• PowerPoint skills (generate compelling and powerful presentations)
• Basic understanding of Continuous Improvement tools (including Pareto Charts, Flow Diagrams, etc.)
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Supply market knowledge, Supply market research, and analysis
• Ability to influence without direct authority
• Strong purchasing operational and procure to pay workflow knowledge
• Superior negotiation skills
• Solid knowledge of legal environment related to supplier contracts
• Solid understanding of vendor compliance management

Travel Requirements

10% - 30%

Pay

The Annual Salary For This Position Is $100,300.00 to $130,000.00

Benefits

This position is eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the company's bonus plan. Factors which may affect starting salary include geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Details of ZOLL's comprehensive benefits plans can be found at www.zollbenefits.com.

Application Information

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until this position is filled. For fully remote positions, compensation will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local wage laws, including minimum wage requirements, based on the employee’s primary work location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.