Sr Strategic Sourcing Manager

Our client is seeking a Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager responsible for strategy development and execution, conducting strategic sourcing events, and negotiating terms and conditions with suppliers according to approved processes to mitigate risk. This role will collaborate with the Strategic Sourcing team and the Centre of Excellence teams within PSM to utilize all supplier sourcing agreements via their procurement technology platform. Specific direction from the Strategic Sourcing Team will be leveraged to maximize ROI on shared categories of spend.

Essential Job Functions:

Strategy Development and Execution:

• Develop and implement comprehensive category strategies for our client's :$300 million spend in US field operations, modernization (MOD), service repair/maintenance, and new equipment (NI), including categories such as MRO, professional services, elevator cabins, doors, and traction systems
• Manage a team of sourcing professionals to prioritize, plan, negotiate, and execute strategic sourcing events via eRFX/eAuctions according to our client's processes to achieve savings targets
• Develop and implement new strategies to streamline processes and reduce cost, including a structured approach to tail spend management
  
  
  

Supplier and Risk Management:

• Monitor supplier Key Performance Indicators including Safety, Quality, Cost, and OTIF to mitigate business risk
• Support supplier development activities as required
  
  
  

Collaboration and Compliance:

• Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing, Field Leadership, and various operational departments to advance the company's initiatives to meet company goals
• Develop relationships with key internal business decision makers to support the creation of a world-class procurement experience
• Identify and lead cross-functional and continuous improvement activities
• Ensure compliance with the company's business conduct guidelines
  
  
  

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Consolidate and analyze data, draw conclusions, and communicate recommended solutions to drive business performance
• Drive spend compliance into established supply chain strategies
  
  
  

Daily Operations:

• Handle daily purchasing and material expediting, as required
• Provide specialized purchasing expertise to support functions
  
  
  

Your Profile:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or other relevant fields
• Master's/MBA preferred
• Certifications: Institute for Supply Management (ISM) CPSM, CIPS, or Six Sigma Black Belt preferred
• 10+ years of sourcing and supplier relations experience
• Experience managing MRO a plus
• 8+ years leading procurement teams at a managerial level
• 5+ years in the OEM elevator industry or similar business
  
  
  

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office; Oracle; Advanced Excel abilities (pivot tables, VLookup, macros, charting/graphing)
• Experience with ERP systems, Spend Data Analytics & Reporting, eSourcing, inclusive of eAuctions, and contract management systems
• Demonstrated understanding of purchasing policies, procedures, practices, and the value and use of procure-to-pay (P2P) digital platforms
  
  
  

Management and Communication:

• Skilled at change management; well-honed "radar" for stakeholder management
• Exceptional persuasion and interpersonal skills to interact with suppliers, business leaders, and all other internal stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills, written, verbal, and presentation skills; comfortable and credible with both internal stakeholders and external audiences
• Demonstrated negotiation skills including an understanding of supplier contract management
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency to deliver results