Strategic Sourcing & Spend Analytics Lead

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Jeffersonville (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in the United States invites a Senior Sourcing Analyst to analyze spend, drive supplier consolidation, and lead lower-dollar sourcing projects with price negotiation.

You will collaborate with Category Managers, utilize Power BI and PeopleSoft for reporting, and build strong relationships with end-users and suppliers to deliver cost savings and compliant contracts. Travel up to 15% is typical.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in business, economics or a scientific discipline; MBA/MS helpful.
• At least 3 years' experience in supplier contracts, with demonstrated results.
• Experience managing complex, multi-functional projects.
• Healthcare or Diagnostics industry experience highly desirable.
• ERP experience preferred (PeopleSoft).
• Strong analytical, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform spend analysis to identify trends and savings opportunities.
• Collaborate with Category Managers, Specialists and stakeholders on sourcing initiatives.
• Lead low-dollar sourcing projects, including price negotiations and terms.
• Utilize Power BI and PeopleSoft for reporting and analytics.
• Drive spend to preferred suppliers and improve standardization.
• Manage supplier arrangements, including item pricing changes.
• Prepare data for RFP/RFQ/RFI for the team.
• Develop and execute category strategies to meet savings targets.
• Client management of small accounts.
• Support acquisition and Co-Lab activities with item matching and pricing.

Skills

Office 365

Excel analytics

Negotiation

Business acumen

Influencing

Travel 15%

Scorecards

Education

BA/BS in business

Advanced degree helpful

Tools

Power BI

PeopleSoft

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in the United States invites a Senior Sourcing Analyst to analyze spend, drive supplier consolidation, and lead lower-dollar sourcing projects with price negotiation.

You will collaborate with Category Managers, utilize Power BI and PeopleSoft for reporting, and build strong relationships with end-users and suppliers to deliver cost savings and compliant contracts. Travel up to 15% is typical.