Strategic Sourcing Lead (Sciences & Laboratories)

Boston College; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 65,550 - 99,900; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Massachusetts seeks a Strategic Sourcing Officer to manage procurement and develop strategic relationships. The role involves overseeing suppliers, analyzing expenditure, and coordinating with multiple departments to enhance sourcing strategies. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and relevant certifications, along with strong negotiation skills and a firm grasp of procurement principles. This is an opportunity to impact university operations and support various departments in achieving their goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and certification by a recognized professional purchasing organization is preferred.
• Strong negotiation skills are required.
• Solid command of procurement principles and sourcing strategies is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with internal customers and suppliers.
• Analyze commodity spend and manage project-related documentation.
• Collaborate with departments to document sourcing processes and manage spend.

Skills

Well-developed negotiation skills

Solid command of procurement principles

Expertise in specialty sourcing strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree and certification by a recognized professional purchasing organization

Job description

A prestigious university in Massachusetts seeks a Strategic Sourcing Officer to manage procurement and develop strategic relationships. The role involves overseeing suppliers, analyzing expenditure, and coordinating with multiple departments to enhance sourcing strategies. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and relevant certifications, along with strong negotiation skills and a firm grasp of procurement principles. This is an opportunity to impact university operations and support various departments in achieving their goals.