Advisor, Site Procurement

Cardinal Health; Tijuana; Presencial; MXN 1,124,000 - 1,500,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading healthcare company in Tijuana, Mexico is seeking an Advisor in Strategic Sourcing to manage supplier relationships and develop sourcing strategies for raw materials and components. The ideal candidate will have negotiation experience, strong project management skills, and a background in supplier performance management. This role involves frequent cross-functional collaboration and the ability to interpret financial data to drive sourcing strategy. Competitive compensation and opportunities for process improvement projects await the right candidate.

Formación

• 3+ years of experience in a related field preferred.
• Results-oriented with proven execution experience.
• Demonstrated financial acumen with data interpretation skills.

Responsabilidades

• Manage supplier escalations related to assurance of supply and pricing discrepancies.
• Develop and execute site-specific supplier inflation mitigation plans.
• Support supplier negotiations as required.

Conocimientos

Negotiation experience

Advanced English

Project Management experience

Financial acumen

Interpersonal skills

Educación

BA, BS, or equivalent experience

Herramientas

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Descripción del empleo

Cardinal Health's Global Sourcing team is responsible for creating and managing diverse strategic supplier partnerships that drive enterprise value with innovation, best cost and competitive advantages that benefit customers, suppliers and patients. We develop and execute strategic plans by leveraging market intelligence, industry knowledge and cross-functional collaboration. Competitive advantage is created through supplier selection and management, contract negotiation, supply chain optimization and risk mitigation.

As an Advisor in Strategic Sourcing, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of raw materials and components for Cardinal Health Brand products, spend and suppliers. You will support the development of sourcing strategies to achieve best total value, sustainable productivity and high levels of quality and service aligned with cross-functional business objectives. Additionally, you will lead the execution of the sourcing strategies within your assigned manufacturing sites. This will include creating site-specific plans for strategy implementation, understanding resource requirements, and driving alignment with site leadership on timelines.You will also work with manufacturing partners to understand supply needs, effectively select suppliers, negotiate favorable contracts, and manage supplier performance and relationships. This will include understanding your portfolio risk profile and developing mitigation actions and plans. You will have the opportunity to participate in process improvement projects with cross-functional partners utilizing Lean Six Sigma principles.

Accountabilities

• Responsible for managing supplier escalations driven by site buyer/planner including assurance of supply, pricing discrepancies and accounts payables
• Responsible for managing VIP pipeline accuracy through conducting stakeholder (Finance, GSM, Site) alignment meetings and subsequent project status reporting
• Support development of sourcing strategies by utilizing strong process and project management skills
• Develop and execute requests for proposals, information, or quotes (RFx)
• Develop and execute site-specific addressable (non-contractual) supplier inflation mitigation plans
• Support and lead supplier negotiations as required
• Conduct site supplier discoveries and execute supplier due diligence
• Perform data analysis and utilize financial acumen to identify opportunities to leverage scale and drive cost savings
• Establish a collaborative environment with key suppliers and manufacturing partners to optimize supplier performance and innovation
• Review contract requirements to negotiate critical terms and conditions aligned with sourcing strategy
• Supporting supplier selection by being familiar with manufacturing, quality and supply chain processes
• Drive supplier performance management by utilizing supplier dashboards and reporting
• Participate and represent sourcing in alignment with GSM as required at scheduled site QBRs and budget discussions

Preferred Qualifications

• BA, BS, or equivalent experience in related field
• 3+ years of experience in related field preferred
• Results oriented with proven execution experience
• Negotiation experience
• Advanced English required
• Project Management experience
• Knowledge/experience in category management including technical product knowledge, cost drivers, related industry dynamics and market trends
• Proven effectiveness in project and process management to execute sourcing strategy with cross functional teams
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate effectively and interact with personnel at various levels of expertise in a global landscape
• Demonstrated financial acumen with an ability to interpret data and analytics in support of a cohesive sourcing strategy
• Solid presentation abilities, including proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies comprehensive knowledge and a thorough understanding of global sourcing concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks and projects
• Familiar with self-branded, national distribution and contract manufacturing agreements containing global pricing models
• Works on medium to large scope sourcing initiatives and projects with varying degrees of complexity
• Completes work independently and receive general guidance on new projects and initiatives
• May contribute to the development of policies and procedures
• Work reviewed for purpose of meeting objectives
• May act as a mentor to less experienced colleagues
• Travel 10-15%

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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