Position Summary...

What you'll do...

We are seeking an initiative-taking and experienced Senior Manager, Sourcing - Regeneration, to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Manager, you will play a critical role in developing complex sourcing strategies for our regeneration initiatives. You will collaborate with cross-functional business partners to drive sustainable and ethical sourcing practices, while ensuring the highest standards of quality and cost-effectiveness. This position requires strong leadership skills, strategic thinking, and a passion for driving positive change in the sourcing industry.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of complex sourcing strategies for our regeneration initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive sustainable and ethical practices.
• Serve as a subject-matter expert for sourcing commodities and items that align with our regeneration goals.
• Lead the communication and capability development t rainings to our supplier partners and internal stakeholders on our r egeneration priorities.
• Influence internal and external business partners to prioritize and implement innovative sourcing practices that support our sustainability commitments.
• Evaluate potential suppliers based on performance metrics and long-term potential, negotiating contracts to obtain products at the most competitive and sustainable costs.
• Calculate and understand the cost impacts of commodities/products' initial mark-up, tracking awarded cost against actual cost through advanced tracking systems.
• Develop and maintain strategic vendor relationships with a focus on long-term partnerships and business continuity.
• Assess and enhance supplier production, distribution, and technological capabilities to ensure reliable and sustainable supply.
• Drive the execution of multiple business plans and projects, identifying and overcoming barriers, and championing a culture of continuous improvement and sustainability.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and development opportunities for team members, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Promote and exemplify company policies, procedures, mission, values, ethics, and integrity.
• Evaluate the ongoing effectiveness of current plans, programs, and initiatives to ensure they meet the evolving needs of our regeneration initiatives.
• Collaborate with business partners, managers, and stakeholders to identify opportunities for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and community engagement.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration , Environmental Engineering , Sustainability, or a related field ( master's degree preferred)
• Passion for sustainability with proven leadership skills and the ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• D eep knowledge of ESG principles and relevant reporting frameworks with excellent training skills on regeneration topics
• Excellent communication and people skills to effectively articulate and promote sustainable sourcing practices.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, with a focus on sustainability and regeneration initiatives .
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in managing supplier relationships effectively.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive process improvements.
• Proficiency in using sourcing tools and systems, as well as advanced tracking and reporting systems.
• A passion for sustainability, environmental stewardship, and driving positive change in the sourcing industry.