Strategic Sourcing Manager

Syntagma Group; Marlborough (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Syntagma Group in Marlborough, MA seeks a Principal Indirect Sourcing Manager to lead procurement across multiple indirect categories in a fast-growing environment. You will develop strategies, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier relationships to drive cost savings and align with business objectives.

The role requires experience in indirect procurement, strong negotiation and analytics, and a self-driven approach. Office presence Tue-Thu is expected under current policy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 5+ years of indirect procurement or sourcing experience.
• Experience in change and continuous process improvement.
• Strong negotiation skills with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for a broad range of indirect services and goods.
• Pursue opportunities for significant OpEx and CapEx cost reductions and budget savings.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure the best possible pricing and terms.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure that they meet or exceed performance expectations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement activities align with business objectives; report monthly on savings KPIs to Executives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP Ariba Sourcing & Contracts

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Principal Indirect Sourcing Manager to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in managing two or more indirect categories e.g. HR, IT, Marketing, MRO, Professional Services, Real Estate & Facilities, Transportation & Logistics, T&E & Fleet. The candidate will develop and implement sourcing strategies to capture budget savings or cost reductions, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier relationships. This is not a direct materials procurement role. To encourage collaboration and productivity, employees are required to be in the office Tuesday-Thursday (based on current policy).

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for a broad range of indirect services and goods
• Pursue opportunities for significant OpEx and CapEx cost reductions and budget savings
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure the best possible pricing and terms
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure that they meet or exceed performance expectations
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure that procurement activities align with business objectivesManage and report monthly on savings KPIs to Executives
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in indirect procurement or sourcing
• Experience in change and continuous process improvement
• Flexible to manage and support new categories
• Strong negotiation skills and experience negotiating contracts with suppliers
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; and must be a self-starter
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and SAP Ariba Sourcing and Contracts module