Introduction
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Your Role and Responsibilities
We are seeking an experienced and accomplished senior strategic sourcing manager to lead our strategic sourcing efforts and drive business growth across the organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive sourcing strategies, managing complex supplier relationships, and ensuring alignment with business objectives.Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing Leadership
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to meet business requirements and drive cost savings.
• Provide leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams on sourcing strategies and supplier management.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement business strategies.
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Develop and manage complex supplier relationships, including negotiation of contracts and resolution of issues.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including vendor non-performance and compliance issues
• Collaborate with suppliers to develop and implement quality and performance improvement plans.

• Develop and manage high-value contracts, including negotiation of terms and conditions.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, including payment terms and delivery schedules.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure contract requirements are met.

• Develop and manage category strategies across multiple commodities.
• Analyse market trends and provide recommendations for category optimization.
• Collaborate with suppliers to develop and implement category-specific solutions.

• Develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, including procurement, operations, and finance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and develop sourcing strategies.
• Provide regular updates and reporting on sourcing activities and results.

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Proven track record of driving business growth and improving supplier performance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to analyse complex data and develop recommendations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience with contract management and negotiation, including development and implementation of contracts.
• The preferred candidate must be open to working during night shift specifically from 6:30 PM to 3:30 AM IST.
• The candidate should possess experience in global procurement, particularly within the US, APAC, and EMEA regions.

• Master's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional certifications, such as CSCP or CPSM.
• Experience with supplier relationship management tools and software.
• Knowledge of industry trends and best practices in strategic sourcing and supply chain management.