Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing – Corporate Services

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the formulation and implementation of sourcing strategies that generate measurable outcomes for our clients in Corporate Services, which encompasses Human Resources, Benefits, Finance, Professional Services, and Travel, among others.

• Directly engage with client stakeholders to pinpoint category-specific priorities and challenges, subsequently creating sourcing strategies that effectively meet those goals.

• Take complete ownership of the entire RFP process, which includes data collection, RFP creation and execution, proposal assessment, supplier negotiations, results presentation, and assistance with client award decisions and supplier/client contracts.

• Lead the assessment of supplier proposals by utilizing TCO modeling.

• Create and execute innovative cost-reduction strategies that go beyond unit price negotiations, incorporating value engineering and demand optimization initiatives.

• Spearhead research and analytics efforts to verify savings projections and facilitate more accurate supplier negotiations.

• Deliver exceptional customer service to ensure a high level of satisfaction for both internal and external customers.

• Conduct necessary supplier research to remain updated on evolving market trends and supplier capabilities.

• Foster communication between client business units and suppliers to guarantee effective category execution and delivery.

• Build and maintain exemplary supplier ecosystems by category and region.

• Review significant contracts and serve as a subject matter expert for intricate negotiations.

• Monitor and analyze spending, supplier performance, and savings targets at both the category and sub-category levels.

• Cultivate and maintain robust relationships at all organizational tiers, including partnerships at the C-suite level.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor's degree is mandatory.

• At least seven (7) years of experience in indirect procurement and strategic sourcing with extensive knowledge in Corporate Services.

• Proven track record in developing sourcing strategies and leading large-scale sourcing initiatives.

• Strong experience in supplier negotiations.

• Prior experience in the healthcare sector is preferred.

• Previous experience interacting with clients and/or stakeholders at all organizational levels, particularly in a services industry (e.g., professional consulting, BPO, managed services, outsourcing).

• Demonstrated proficiency in TCO modeling and data-driven decision-making.

• Experience in driving change management and fostering cross-functional consensus.

• Background in identifying and implementing value engineering and specification optimization recommendations to reduce total costs without compromising quality.

• Strong understanding of supplier ecosystems serving Corporate Services categories.

• Proficient in MS Office applications, including Excel (for analysis) and PowerPoint (for presentations).

• Detail-oriented with a strong ability to meet client expectations, influence others, or escalate issues as necessary.

• Proven capability to interpret complex data and translate insights into actionable business recommendations.

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication abilities.

• Established ability to form relationships and earn credibility in areas beyond the defined scope of work.

• An entrepreneurial mindset with a dedication to client service.

• Capacity to manage multiple priorities with a keen attention to detail.

• Adaptable and flexible in a dynamic environment; minimal travel required.

🏝️ Benefits

• A collaborative and supportive culture where your contributions are appreciated, and your work has a significant impact.

• A workplace dedicated to professional growth, offering clear paths for development and advancement.

• Committed to fostering an environment that supports employee success and long-term career growth.

• Focused on work-life balance by providing flexible PTO options.

• An extensive benefits package that includes comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.

• Employer-funded HRA, a 401(k) match, Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs, short- and long-term disability coverage, AD&D, life insurance, fertility assistance, and more.

• Supplemental benefits for unexpected large expenses related to Accidents, Hospitalization, or Critical Care, as well as support for Maternity/Paternity, FMLA, and Military leave.

• Access to behavioral health services within the medical support insurance plan and additional resources to assist with mental health.

• A business-casual workplace that promotes a flexible, hybrid work environment with offices located in Westport, CT, and Charleston, SC.