Regional Sourcing Lead

Experteer Italy; Roma; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading dental technology firm in Rome is seeking a Regional Sourcing Lead to define and execute sourcing strategies across the EMEA region. You will manage supplier relationships, drive compliance, and achieve cost savings targets. Ideal candidates have 5-10 years of indirect procurement experience and strong contract management skills. This role offers the chance to lead impactful sourcing activities in a dynamic environment.

Competenze

• 5-10 years of experience in Indirect Procurement.
• Proven experience leading categories across multiple countries.
• Expertise in contract management and supplier negotiations.

Mansioni

• Lead cost savings initiatives across all savings types.
• Deliver on Procurement KPIs for assigned regions.
• Manage category performance regionally.

Conoscenze

Project management skills

Strong problem-solving ability

Change management experience

Descrizione del lavoro

Regional Sourcing Lead - Office based

Dentsply Sirona is the world's largest manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies. With a 130-year history of innovation and service to the dental industry and patients worldwide, Dentsply Sirona develops, manufactures, and markets a comprehensive solutions offering including dental and oral health products as well as other consumable medical devices under a strong portfolio of world class brands.

Location options: Rome, Badia Polesine, Versailles, Barcelona, Bratislava.

We are looking for a Regional Sourcing Lead to join our team at Dentsply Sirona. This role is accountable for defining and executing sourcing strategies for global categories within the EMEA region. It sets the standard for supplier base management, drives compliance with preferred suppliers and purchasing channels, and ensures the realization of regional savings targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost savings initiatives across all savings types and establish a long-term (3+ years) savings pipeline.
• Deliver on Procurement KPIs for assigned regions and categories.
• Define, implement, and continuously improve regional procurement strategies aligned with global direction.
• Lead sourcing activities including RFPs, RFQs, e-auctions, and supplier negotiations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts (MSAs, SOWs, SLAs) in partnership with Legal and stakeholders.
• Manage supplier base: optimize payment terms, consolidate suppliers, and increase spend under MSAs and preferred vendors.
• Build and maintain strategic supplier partnerships, lead QBRs, and implement corrective actions to ensure continuous performance.
• Act as procurement partner for business units and corporate functions, ensuring proactive engagement and stakeholder education on procurement policies.
• Manage category performance regionally, ensuring alignment with business needs and compliance with global standards.
• Foster collaboration and team spirit by working closely with Strategic Buyers.
• Lead change initiatives, process improvements, and best practice sharing to enhance procurement efficiency.

Requirements and Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in Indirect Procurement (HR, Professional Business Services, Marketing, Meetings & Events, Real Estate).
• Proven experience leading categories across multiple countries/entities.
• Strong background in strategic sourcing, TCO analysis, and category strategy development.
• Track record of successful cost savings and value delivery.
• Demonstrated expertise in contract management and supplier negotiations.

Key Skills & Capabilities

• Project management skills to drive complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving ability, agility, and adaptability in dynamic environments.
• Change management experience at local and regional levels.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Dentsply Sirona is an Equal Opportunity/ Affiantive Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Accessibility

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