Procurement Sourcing Specialist - Clinical Disposables amp Equipment REMOTE

Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.; Waltham (MA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Procurement Sourcing Specialist to enhance their sourcing strategies and supplier performance. In this remote role, you will leverage your analytical skills to analyze large datasets, contribute to cost savings initiatives, and build relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and have experience in sourcing or project management. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence procurement goals while working in a collaborative environment that values data-driven decisions and strategic thinking.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in sourcing or related experience preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Analyze large datasets to support business operations.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction through data analysis.
• Support category sourcing strategies and monitor KPIs.

Skills

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Cost Reduction Strategies

Project Management

Financial Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

SAP

Ariba

Job description

Procurement Sourcing Specialist - Clinical Disposables & Equipment REMOTE

Company name
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.

Location
Waltham, MA, United States

Employment Type
Full-Time

Industry
Procurement, Finance, Engineering, Healthcare, Operations

Posted on
Jun 06, 2023

Profile

Purpose and Scope: The Procurement Analyst uses analytical and quantitative methods to understand, predict, inform, and enhance processes. They assemble data, analyze performance, identify problems, and develop recommendations. They partner with management to develop strategies and monitor supplier performance, support sourcing and contract negotiations, participate in monthly formulary council, and maintain the medical device products formulary. They assist in analytics related to category sourcing strategy to support Fresenius Medical Care North America's Strategic Procurement objectives.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities: The Procurement Analyst supports the category management team with key responsibilities including:

1. Analyzing large datasets to support business operations and strategic goals.
2. Accessing all relevant spend-data sources.
3. Contributing to cost savings initiatives affecting financial growth.
4. Securing stakeholder buy-in for procurement initiatives.
5. Identifying opportunities for cost reduction through data analysis.
6. Preparing and managing eSourcing events (RFP, RFI, eAuctions).
7. Managing data collection, analysis, and insights delivery.
8. Developing regular reports to provide insights and identify opportunities.
9. Building relationships with stakeholders across divisions.
10. Supporting category sourcing strategies and monitoring KPIs for suppliers.
11. Providing visibility on spend data, market intelligence, and developing sourcing strategies.
12. Performing other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Infrequent travel (<5%) and standard physical demands of office work. Reasonable accommodations available for disabilities.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Materials Management, Supply Chain Management, or related field.

Experience and Skills: 1-3 years in sourcing or related experience preferred; project management experience desirable; proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint; SAP and Ariba experience a plus; strong organizational, analytical, and influencing skills; results-driven and adaptable; capable of managing multiple projects; strong financial analysis skills; ability to develop relationships and influence stakeholders.

Additional Information: The role involves supporting sourcing initiatives, analyzing data, and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve procurement goals. The position is remote with infrequent travel.