Strategic Sourcing Manager
- Aston Carter Expired
- Morrisville, Pennsylvania
- Full Time
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Strategic Sourcing ManagerJob Description
The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing, managing, and executing sourcing category strategies supporting business profit centers, support functions, and shared services. This position works closely with IT, Finance, Risk, Legal, and other stakeholders to manage Source-to-Pay (S2P) strategies that drive significant value and impact for operations and profitability. The Strategic Sourcing Manager sets the direction for multiple category areas, driving opportunities to capture cost benefits and service enhancements. This role specializes in one or more spend categories and establishes objectives for these categories, developing priorities for short-term and long-term sourcing plans. Additionally, the manager oversees and adjusts the execution of sourcing and procurement strategies, leads the development and execution of reporting and tracking mechanisms, reports on sourcing strategies and performance, drives cross-functional category teams in change management and contract life-cycle efforts, enhances the definition of procurement requirements and operational needs, supports the implementation of enterprise-wide S2P tools, and drives continuous improvement and operational efficiencies. This position directly supports total cost of ownership (TCO) efforts for $100 - $200 million or more in spend with third parties.
Responsibilities
+ Develop and manage sourcing category strategies supporting business profit centers, support functions, and shared services.
+ Work closely with IT, Finance, Risk, Legal, and other stakeholders to manage S2P strategies.
+ Set direction for multiple category areas to capture cost benefits and service enhancements.
+ Establish objectives for spend categories and develop priorities for short-term and long-term sourcing plans.
+ Oversee and adjust the execution of sourcing and procurement strategies.
+ Lead the development and execution of reporting and tracking mechanisms for sourcing strategies and performance.
+ Drive cross-functional category teams in change management and contract life-cycle efforts.
+ Enhance the definition of procurement requirements and operational needs.
+ Support the implementation of enterprise-wide S2P tools, including automated sourcing, procurement, and vendor management.
+ Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiencies.
+ Support total cost of ownership (TCO) efforts for $100 - $200 million or more in spend with third parties.
Essential Skills
+ Minimum 8 years experience delivering category-specific sourcing service, strategic sourcing, supplier/category management, and contract/compliance management.
+ Minimum of 8 years of relevant sourcing and category management experience for a large-scale operation, including assembling, leading, and managing cross-functional teams.
+ Demonstrated track record of success leading major strategic sourcing and vendor management programs across a range of indirect/professional/mortgage business services categories.
+ eProcurement/eSourcing technology experience, particularly with 'Conga'.
+ Experience in a similar industry (non-negotiable).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience.
+ Deep and current sourcing, category management, and technical knowledge and experience specifically in the areas of large-scale functional business processes and products.
+ Superior analytical ability to quickly gather facts, perform root cause analysis, and draw accurate conclusions.
+ Strong conceptual thinking skills with the ability to lead others through ambiguous, challenging, and complex issues.
+ Extensive experience managing change across multiple stakeholder groups.
+ Superior negotiation skills to positively influence senior leadership on strategic direction, business case value proposition, and sourcing recommendations.
+ Superior contract/vendor negotiation preparation and execution skills to achieve desired and productive outcomes from negotiations.
+ Excellent organizational, analytical, and time management skills.
+ Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills with strong influencing and persuasive talents.
+ Self-motivated with the ability to effectively organize, multi-task, and prioritize a wide array and high volume of initiatives.
+ An aptitude for innovation and a passionate curiosity for driving productive change.
+ High integrity and ethics.
+ Detail-oriented.
+ Ability and flexibility to work extended hours and travel to meet business requirements.
Work Environment
The work environment includes collaborating with various departments such as IT, Finance, Risk, and Legal. The role involves working with eProcurement and eSourcing technologies, specifically 'Conga'. Flexibility in working hours and the ability to travel as needed to meet business requirements are essential.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $135000.00 - $175000.00/yr.
Comprehensive benefits package including physical wellness (dental, vision, medical, behavioral health, and stress management), wellness reimbursements, paid time off, and financial health benefits like a 401(k) company match and an employee discount marketplace.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Morrisville,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2025.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
+ Hiring diverse talent
+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email ... (%...) for other accommodation options.
The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing, managing, and executing sourcing category strategies supporting business profit centers, support functions, and shared services. This position works closely with IT, Finance, Risk, Legal, and other stakeholders to manage Source-to-Pay (S2P) strategies that drive significant value and impact for operations and profitability. The Strategic Sourcing Manager sets the direction for multiple category areas, driving opportunities to capture cost benefits and service enhancements. This role specializes in one or more spend categories and establishes objectives for these categories, developing priorities for short-term and long-term sourcing plans. Additionally, the manager oversees and adjusts the execution of sourcing and procurement strategies, leads the development and execution of reporting and tracking mechanisms, reports on sourcing strategies and performance, drives cross-functional category teams in change management and contract life-cycle efforts, enhances the definition of procurement requirements and operational needs, supports the implementation of enterprise-wide S2P tools, and drives continuous improvement and operational efficiencies. This position directly supports total cost of ownership (TCO) efforts for $100 - $200 million or more in spend with third parties.
Responsibilities
+ Develop and manage sourcing category strategies supporting business profit centers, support functions, and shared services.
+ Work closely with IT, Finance, Risk, Legal, and other stakeholders to manage S2P strategies.
+ Set direction for multiple category areas to capture cost benefits and service enhancements.
+ Establish objectives for spend categories and develop priorities for short-term and long-term sourcing plans.
+ Oversee and adjust the execution of sourcing and procurement strategies.
+ Lead the development and execution of reporting and tracking mechanisms for sourcing strategies and performance.
+ Drive cross-functional category teams in change management and contract life-cycle efforts.
+ Enhance the definition of procurement requirements and operational needs.
+ Support the implementation of enterprise-wide S2P tools, including automated sourcing, procurement, and vendor management.
+ Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiencies.
+ Support total cost of ownership (TCO) efforts for $100 - $200 million or more in spend with third parties.
Essential Skills
+ Minimum 8 years experience delivering category-specific sourcing service, strategic sourcing, supplier/category management, and contract/compliance management.
+ Minimum of 8 years of relevant sourcing and category management experience for a large-scale operation, including assembling, leading, and managing cross-functional teams.
+ Demonstrated track record of success leading major strategic sourcing and vendor management programs across a range of indirect/professional/mortgage business services categories.
+ eProcurement/eSourcing technology experience, particularly with 'Conga'.
+ Experience in a similar industry (non-negotiable).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience.
+ Deep and current sourcing, category management, and technical knowledge and experience specifically in the areas of large-scale functional business processes and products.
+ Superior analytical ability to quickly gather facts, perform root cause analysis, and draw accurate conclusions.
+ Strong conceptual thinking skills with the ability to lead others through ambiguous, challenging, and complex issues.
+ Extensive experience managing change across multiple stakeholder groups.
+ Superior negotiation skills to positively influence senior leadership on strategic direction, business case value proposition, and sourcing recommendations.
+ Superior contract/vendor negotiation preparation and execution skills to achieve desired and productive outcomes from negotiations.
+ Excellent organizational, analytical, and time management skills.
+ Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills with strong influencing and persuasive talents.
+ Self-motivated with the ability to effectively organize, multi-task, and prioritize a wide array and high volume of initiatives.
+ An aptitude for innovation and a passionate curiosity for driving productive change.
+ High integrity and ethics.
+ Detail-oriented.
+ Ability and flexibility to work extended hours and travel to meet business requirements.
Work Environment
The work environment includes collaborating with various departments such as IT, Finance, Risk, and Legal. The role involves working with eProcurement and eSourcing technologies, specifically 'Conga'. Flexibility in working hours and the ability to travel as needed to meet business requirements are essential.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $135000.00 - $175000.00/yr.
Comprehensive benefits package including physical wellness (dental, vision, medical, behavioral health, and stress management), wellness reimbursements, paid time off, and financial health benefits like a 401(k) company match and an employee discount marketplace.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Morrisville,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2025.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
+ Hiring diverse talent
+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email ... (%...) for other accommodation options.
Strategic Sourcing ManagerJob Description
The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing, managing, and executing sourcing category strategies supporting business profit centers, support functions, and shared services. This position works closely with IT, Finance, Risk, Legal, and other stakeholders to manage Source-to-Pay (S2P) strategies that drive significant value and impact for operations and profitability. The Strategic Sourcing Manager sets the direction for multiple category areas, driving opportunities to capture cost benefits and service enhancements. This role specializes in one or more spend categories and establishes objectives for these categories, developing priorities for short-term and long-term sourcing plans. Additionally, the manager oversees and adjusts the execution of sourcing and procurement strategies, leads the development and execution of reporting and tracking mechanisms, reports on sourcing strategies and performance, drives cross-functional category teams in change management and contract life-cycle efforts, enhances the definition of procurement requirements and operational needs, supports the implementation of enterprise-wide S2P tools, and drives continuous improvement and operational efficiencies. This position directly supports total cost of ownership (TCO) efforts for $100 - $200 million or more in spend with third parties.
Responsibilities
+ Develop and manage sourcing category strategies supporting business profit centers, support functions, and shared services.
+ Work closely with IT, Finance, Risk, Legal, and other stakeholders to manage S2P strategies.
+ Set direction for multiple category areas to capture cost benefits and service enhancements.
+ Establish objectives for spend categories and develop priorities for short-term and long-term sourcing plans.
+ Oversee and adjust the execution of sourcing and procurement strategies.
+ Lead the development and execution of reporting and tracking mechanisms for sourcing strategies and performance.
+ Drive cross-functional category teams in change management and contract life-cycle efforts.
+ Enhance the definition of procurement requirements and operational needs.
+ Support the implementation of enterprise-wide S2P tools, including automated sourcing, procurement, and vendor management.
+ Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiencies.
+ Support total cost of ownership (TCO) efforts for $100 - $200 million or more in spend with third parties.
Essential Skills
+ Minimum 8 years experience delivering category-specific sourcing service, strategic sourcing, supplier/category management, and contract/compliance management.
+ Minimum of 8 years of relevant sourcing and category management experience for a large-scale operation, including assembling, leading, and managing cross-functional teams.
+ Demonstrated track record of success leading major strategic sourcing and vendor management programs across a range of indirect/professional/mortgage business services categories.
+ eProcurement/eSourcing technology experience, particularly with 'Conga'.
+ Experience in a similar industry (non-negotiable).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience.
+ Deep and current sourcing, category management, and technical knowledge and experience specifically in the areas of large-scale functional business processes and products.
+ Superior analytical ability to quickly gather facts, perform root cause analysis, and draw accurate conclusions.
+ Strong conceptual thinking skills with the ability to lead others through ambiguous, challenging, and complex issues.
+ Extensive experience managing change across multiple stakeholder groups.
+ Superior negotiation skills to positively influence senior leadership on strategic direction, business case value proposition, and sourcing recommendations.
+ Superior contract/vendor negotiation preparation and execution skills to achieve desired and productive outcomes from negotiations.
+ Excellent organizational, analytical, and time management skills.
+ Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills with strong influencing and persuasive talents.
+ Self-motivated with the ability to effectively organize, multi-task, and prioritize a wide array and high volume of initiatives.
+ An aptitude for innovation and a passionate curiosity for driving productive change.
+ High integrity and ethics.
+ Detail-oriented.
+ Ability and flexibility to work extended hours and travel to meet business requirements.
Work Environment
The work environment includes collaborating with various departments such as IT, Finance, Risk, and Legal. The role involves working with eProcurement and eSourcing technologies, specifically 'Conga'. Flexibility in working hours and the ability to travel as needed to meet business requirements are essential.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $135000.00 - $175000.00/yr.
Comprehensive benefits package including physical wellness (dental, vision, medical, behavioral health, and stress management), wellness reimbursements, paid time off, and financial health benefits like a 401(k) company match and an employee discount marketplace.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Morrisville,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2025.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
+ Hiring diverse talent
+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email ... (%...) for other accommodation options.
The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing, managing, and executing sourcing category strategies supporting business profit centers, support functions, and shared services. This position works closely with IT, Finance, Risk, Legal, and other stakeholders to manage Source-to-Pay (S2P) strategies that drive significant value and impact for operations and profitability. The Strategic Sourcing Manager sets the direction for multiple category areas, driving opportunities to capture cost benefits and service enhancements. This role specializes in one or more spend categories and establishes objectives for these categories, developing priorities for short-term and long-term sourcing plans. Additionally, the manager oversees and adjusts the execution of sourcing and procurement strategies, leads the development and execution of reporting and tracking mechanisms, reports on sourcing strategies and performance, drives cross-functional category teams in change management and contract life-cycle efforts, enhances the definition of procurement requirements and operational needs, supports the implementation of enterprise-wide S2P tools, and drives continuous improvement and operational efficiencies. This position directly supports total cost of ownership (TCO) efforts for $100 - $200 million or more in spend with third parties.
Responsibilities
+ Develop and manage sourcing category strategies supporting business profit centers, support functions, and shared services.
+ Work closely with IT, Finance, Risk, Legal, and other stakeholders to manage S2P strategies.
+ Set direction for multiple category areas to capture cost benefits and service enhancements.
+ Establish objectives for spend categories and develop priorities for short-term and long-term sourcing plans.
+ Oversee and adjust the execution of sourcing and procurement strategies.
+ Lead the development and execution of reporting and tracking mechanisms for sourcing strategies and performance.
+ Drive cross-functional category teams in change management and contract life-cycle efforts.
+ Enhance the definition of procurement requirements and operational needs.
+ Support the implementation of enterprise-wide S2P tools, including automated sourcing, procurement, and vendor management.
+ Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiencies.
+ Support total cost of ownership (TCO) efforts for $100 - $200 million or more in spend with third parties.
Essential Skills
+ Minimum 8 years experience delivering category-specific sourcing service, strategic sourcing, supplier/category management, and contract/compliance management.
+ Minimum of 8 years of relevant sourcing and category management experience for a large-scale operation, including assembling, leading, and managing cross-functional teams.
+ Demonstrated track record of success leading major strategic sourcing and vendor management programs across a range of indirect/professional/mortgage business services categories.
+ eProcurement/eSourcing technology experience, particularly with 'Conga'.
+ Experience in a similar industry (non-negotiable).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience.
+ Deep and current sourcing, category management, and technical knowledge and experience specifically in the areas of large-scale functional business processes and products.
+ Superior analytical ability to quickly gather facts, perform root cause analysis, and draw accurate conclusions.
+ Strong conceptual thinking skills with the ability to lead others through ambiguous, challenging, and complex issues.
+ Extensive experience managing change across multiple stakeholder groups.
+ Superior negotiation skills to positively influence senior leadership on strategic direction, business case value proposition, and sourcing recommendations.
+ Superior contract/vendor negotiation preparation and execution skills to achieve desired and productive outcomes from negotiations.
+ Excellent organizational, analytical, and time management skills.
+ Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills with strong influencing and persuasive talents.
+ Self-motivated with the ability to effectively organize, multi-task, and prioritize a wide array and high volume of initiatives.
+ An aptitude for innovation and a passionate curiosity for driving productive change.
+ High integrity and ethics.
+ Detail-oriented.
+ Ability and flexibility to work extended hours and travel to meet business requirements.
Work Environment
The work environment includes collaborating with various departments such as IT, Finance, Risk, and Legal. The role involves working with eProcurement and eSourcing technologies, specifically 'Conga'. Flexibility in working hours and the ability to travel as needed to meet business requirements are essential.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $135000.00 - $175000.00/yr.
Comprehensive benefits package including physical wellness (dental, vision, medical, behavioral health, and stress management), wellness reimbursements, paid time off, and financial health benefits like a 401(k) company match and an employee discount marketplace.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Morrisville,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2025.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
+ Hiring diverse talent
+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email ... (%...) for other accommodation options.
Job ID: 473548765
Originally Posted on: 4/16/2025
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