Senior Corporate Procurement Strategic Sourcing Manager (Hybrid)

Quest Diagnostics; Secaucus (NJ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Vacation and health time

Education assistance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Senior Corporate Procurement Strategic Sourcing Manager based in Secaucus, NJ, to optimize the total cost of ownership for Facilities Management. The role demands a strong track record in global procurement and effective stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate will develop cost-reduction strategies and manage supplier relationships while ensuring quality and compliance. Candidates should possess a strong analytical background along with negotiation skills, with opportunities to work in a hybrid model.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a global procurement organization.
• Demonstrated teamwork ability and strong communication skills.
• Leadership in a highly matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans.
• Perform category spend analytics across the enterprise.
• Lead cross-functional negotiating teams targeting key spend categories.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Contract management

Cost management techniques

Education

BA/BS in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Pay Range: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 / year

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part‑time or full‑time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well‑being programs
• Annual, no‑cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
• healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy‑up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a Senior Corporate Procurement Strategic Sourcing Manager. For assigned categories in the Real Estate & Facilities portfolio, the successful candidate will develop, champion, and ensure implementation of ideas and strategies that will optimize total cost of ownership year‑over‑year. This position manages strategic category management and sourcing activities for Facilities Management and Maintenance Outsourcing Program, various construction, architecture and other facilities management programs. In addition, the position will manage strategic category management and sourcing activities for the Enterprise. The successful candidate will be required to achieve significant initial cost reductions and value‑added services profit/earnings contribution, while maintaining or improving product quality and supplier service levels. The role works closely and inclusively with key stakeholders to develop effective cost‑reduction strategies and implementation plans. The Category Manager’s primary responsibility is to utilize strategic sourcing best practices to capture real savings while making effective supply‑base decisions. This includes direct savings captured through consolidating company‑wide purchasing volume and applying operational and commercial TCO levers to reduce cost and managing contracts with suppliers. The professional will work in a hybrid capacity requiring 3 days onsite at our Secaucus, NJ location.

Responsibilities

• Category Management Strategies – Individual will be responsible for:
• Developing and implementing strategic sourcing plans for assigned categories.
• Understanding the global landscape of assigned categories, including supplier base, technologies, competitive environment, total available market value (TAM), market trends, and cost impactors.
• Performing category spend analytics across the Quest Diagnostics enterprise.
• Tracking forecasted versus actual savings and performance indicators for the assigned category and communicating results and budgetary impact.
• Influencing internal operational and other stakeholders regarding procurement requirements to ensure they are included in the category strategy.
• Developing strategic roadmaps with suppliers to support company’s future business needs. Managing the Supplier Business Engagement Model, ensuring active and open communication and leveraging supplier capabilities.
• Structuring and influencing make‑vs‑buy‑vs‑outsource decisions.
• Leading sourcing project execution, influencing and establishing project requirements with internal stakeholders.
• Defining and executing detailed plans to establish new supplier relationships and nurture existing relationships, culminating in contractual arrangements that support category strategies and sourcing projects.
• Providing regular, consistent measurement reports to internal customers that bring visibility on category‑level compliance and savings.
• Identifying, qualifying, ranking, and selecting appropriate suppliers in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Developing negotiation strategies and driving negotiations to achieve stated goals and objectives.
• Negotiating contracts with suppliers, including pricing, cost savings plans, delivery terms, payment terms, risk mitigation plans, quality terms, product development plans, and regulatory compliance.
• Analyzing risks and benefits of sourcing decisions and presenting proposals with risk analysis.
• Making sourcing recommendations and decisions based on financial analysis, category cost structures, supplier alignment with Quest Diagnostics goals, and supplier positioning.
• Leading cross‑functional negotiating teams targeting key spend categories.
• Defining target groups and obtaining buy‑in for new projects that align with Quest Diagnostics vision, goals, and strategies.
• Managing ongoing supplier relationships to ensure best‑in‑class pricing, quality, continuity of goods and services, and alignment with internal goals.
• Monitoring contract compliance and business alignment with business area leadership.
• Conducting regular supplier performance reviews and cost management initiatives with internal client leadership participation.
• Acting as a first escalation point for supplier performance issues and coordinating resolution.
• Managing day‑to‑day relationships and solving conflicts candidly.

Qualifications

Required (Basic/Minimum Qualifications)

• BA/BS in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Successful 5‑year track record in a global procurement organization.
• Contract management experience.
• Experience working in a matrixed organization.
• Demonstrated teamwork ability.
• Strong influencing, change management, and negotiation skills.
• Multiple years of experience with strategic cost management techniques, including cost analysis, cost modeling, cost‑take‑out work, and risk analysis.
• Ability to present and advocate sourcing cases to a variety of audiences with self‑confidence.
• Proven problem‑solving pattern.
• Knowledge of supply management strategies and tools.
• Analytical and strategic thinking.
• Passion for setting and meeting aggressive goals.
• Openness to new initiatives, fast learner, proactive.
• Leadership and effective working relationship building in a highly matrixed environment.
• Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to respectfully challenge senior leadership.
• Results‑oriented.
• Self‑starter and independent worker.
• Strong work ethic, integrity.
• Ability to travel.

Desired Skills/Experience/Education

• MBA.
• Supply Chain, Procurement, PM Certifications.
• Healthcare industry experience or knowledge.
• 5‑10 years of experience in sourcing, supplier, or category management.
• Experience with global sourcing initiatives.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Advanced MS‑Office user knowledge.
• Good listening and openness to new initiatives.
• Experience managing multi‑functional projects.
• Experience in contract compliance and governance (plus).

About The Team

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