Sr.Manager, Strategic Sourcing

Alcon; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible time off

Life insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Alcon is seeking a Sr. Manager of Strategic Sourcing to lead sourcing initiatives focused on direct materials from their Fort Worth, TX campus. The role requires strong experience in medical devices/pharmaceutical industries and advanced knowledge of procurement strategies. You will collaborate across functions and regions, driving cost improvements and strategic sourcing decisions. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience, along with proficiency in analytics tools such as Excel, Power BI, and Tableau. A robust benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing in medical device/pharmaceutical industries.
• Proven experience in developing sourcing strategies.
• Strong command of written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Collaborate with Asia and US sites for cost improvements.
• Drive implementation of advanced analytics techniques.

Skills

Strategic sourcing of direct materials

Advanced knowledge of electronics

Cost-effective sourcing

Advanced analytics techniques

Strong presentation skills

Leadership and influence across functions

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

SAP BI

PowerPoint

Job description

Sr. Manager, Strategic Sourcing, COE - Fort Worth, TX

Reporting to the Director, Strategic Sourcing, COE, you will develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives aligned with COE procurement strategies, focusing on direct materials sourcing, executing project implementation, and contributing to procurement strategies. This onsite role is based out of our Fort Worth Texas Main Campus.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrated experience in strategic sourcing of direct materials
• Advanced knowledge of electronics, resins, molding, packaging, and medical device equipment
• Continuously look for cost‑effective and alternative sources that match specifications locally
• Collaborate with Asia and US sites for cost improvements and strategic discussions per guidance from the US COE team
• Experience developing sourcing strategies in the medical device and/or pharmaceutical industries
• Design and execute RFPs, benchmark contracts, and participate in negotiations as needed
• Drive the implementation of advanced analytics techniques (predictive modeling, machine learning, scenario modeling) to uncover hidden trends and opportunities
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SAP BI, and PowerPoint
• Present clearly and concisely to executive stakeholders and senior managers
• Lead and influence across functions (procurement, engineering, materials management, executive leadership)

Key Requirements / Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs; associate +8 yrs; M.S. +7 yrs)
• Strong command of written and spoken English
• Relocation assistance: Not available
• Sponsorship: Not available

Preferred Requirements

• 7 years of proven experience

How to Thrive at Alcon

• Manage your own workload and schedule while meeting targets
• Build positive working relationships to achieve business objectives
• Balance working in new environments and operating autonomously in a remote sales environment
• Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates and more

Alcon is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E‑Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives; our policies are non‑discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or to perform the essential functions of a position, please email [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.