Sourcing Manager, Diagnostics Direct Procurement

Sourcing Manager, Diagnostics Direct Procurement
Pay Rate: $30-$54/hour, based on experience
Location: Onsite in Tucson, AZ (Mandatory to be on-site at least 3 days per week (Tuesday and Thursdays at Oro Valley Campus. Wednesday at Marana campus)

Summary of Position:
Responsible for executing Direct Procurement Operations activities, ensuring alignment with Category Management strategies. Focuses on supplier management, escalations, master data management, cost savings, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree, with a business-related degree, preferably a post-graduate business qualification PLUS 3 years of procurement experience with experience in basic contracting, business enterprise systems, and spot buying.
• Experience or demonstrated understanding in supporting cost reduction and value improvement programs.
• Experience in operational excellence or continuous improvement methodologies as well as experience in Life Sciences are a plus.
• Experience with enterprise systems and procure-to-pay tools and eSourcing tools is desired.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Understands and frequently uses quantitative and / or qualitative data to drive decisions. Identifies risks to support statements or hypotheses
• Works independently to develop and implement a negotiation plan / strategy. May need assistance in leading complex or challenging negotiations
• Good communication skills and demonstrated understanding of translating business requirements into procurement specifications with customer service in mind.
• Tailors messages and communications appropriately with limited supervision to ensure understanding
• Contributes to meetings and team presentations/briefings and asks appropriate questions to gather information
• Basic level of proficiency in business enterprise tools and understanding of the end-to-end procurement process

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