Site Procurement Lead - Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Excellence

Cardinal Health; Mansfield (MA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off plan

401k savings plan

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability coverage

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health's Sr. Manager in Site Procurement will lead sourcing execution at manufacturing sites across the US and Canada, developing site-specific strategies, driving supplier performance and cost savings, and aligning with cross-functional leaders to deliver value and quality.

The role includes managing a team of Advisors, conducting negotiations, and supporting process improvements using Lean Six Sigma principles to ensure reliable supply and optimal total value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferred or equivalent experience in related field
• 2-4 years of experience in related field preferred
• Results oriented with proven execution experience, preferred
• Negotiation experience, preferred
• Project Management experience, preferred
• Knowledge/experience in category management including technical product knowledge, cost drivers, related industry dynamics and market trends, preferred
• Demonstrated effectiveness in project and process management in order to execute sourcing strategy with cross functional teams, preferred
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate effectively and interact with personnel at various levels of expertise on a global landscape.
• Demonstrated financial acumen with an ability to interpret data and analytics
• Solid presentation abilities, including proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel
• Travel 10-15%.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing supplier escalations driven by site buyer/planner including assurance of supply, pricing discrepancies and accounts payable.
• Lead and develop a team of Advisors supporting sites in the US and Canada
• Responsible for managing VIP pipeline accuracy through conducting stakeholder (Finance, GSM, Site resources) alignment meetings & 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 collaborative environment with key suppliers and manufacturing partners to optimize supplier performance and innovation.
• Review contract requirements to negotiate critical terms and conditions in line 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 & represent sourcing in alignment with GSM as required at scheduled site QBRs and budget discussions

Skills

Negotiation

Project management

Category management

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Cardinal Health's Sr. Manager in Site Procurement will lead sourcing execution at manufacturing sites across the US and Canada, developing site-specific strategies, driving supplier performance and cost savings, and aligning with cross-functional leaders to deliver value and quality.

The role includes managing a team of Advisors, conducting negotiations, and supporting process improvements using Lean Six Sigma principles to ensure reliable supply and optimal total value.