Sourcing Manager II, Packaging

The Sourcing Manager II at Cencora is responsible for implementing indirect category and sourcing strategies in support of global packaging category plans. Key responsibilities include:

1. Executing global indirect sourcing strategies for the packaging category
2. Creating and driving collaboration with internal stakeholders and external vendors to optimize value on indirect spend
3. Identifying and selecting suppliers through competitive bidding, value analysis, industry structure evaluations, and understanding total costs
4. Representing and advocating for Cencora’s interests with suppliers and continuously re-evaluating contracts to ensure optimal pricing, products, and services
5. Managing strategic account relationships and resolving issues, conflicts, and cultural differences with supplier organizations
6. Providing advisory services to other departments on procurement-related purchases
7. Maintaining supplier partnerships and relationships, collaborating with internal departments like Risk Management, Finance, Legal, Operations, etc., to ensure Cencora’s best interests are met
8. Managing multiple projects of various diverse scope in a cross-functional environment

Requirements

• Completion of a four-year bachelor's degree program or equivalent experience
• Five to seven (5-7) years of directly related and progressively responsible experience in operational procurement
• Experience supporting indirect procurement in manufacturing, logistics, packaging, or pharmaceutical industries
• Exceptional contract management and project management skills
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with data
• Knowledge of global cultural differences and business practices
• Ability to navigate confrontational issues in a positive manner
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to apply appropriate tools and analysis to specific situations
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with proficiency in SAP Ariba and iCertis a plus

Skills

• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with data
• Knowledge of global cultural differences and business practices
• Ability to navigate confrontational issues in a positive manner
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to apply appropriate tools and analysis to specific situations
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with proficiency in SAP Ariba and iCertis a plus

Benefits

Cencora offers a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. These include:

• Medical, dental, and vision care
• Support for working families, including backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave
• Variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and more

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