Senior Manager, Supply Management

Unit Description: Are you seeking a rewarding and challenging career that allows you to make a difference?Sodexo is currently seeking a Senior Manager, Supply Management, to join our team. This role is responsible for the strategic sourcing process and management of purchasing contracts in Indirect & Professional Services. The ideal candidates should possess a supply management background, strong negotiation skills along with the ability to lead an RFP process and communicate within all levels of the organization.This is a remote position. Candidates may reside anywhere with the United States. Eastern Time Zone preferred.Key responsibilities include:Continuous evaluation and improvement of procurement practices with knowledge in sourcing for managed categories, budgeting and forecasting of supply chain revenue, analysis of spend to identify opportunities within non-contracted areas and ensuring a strategic sourcing process is fully implemented across all categories.Collaborate with the Supply Management team and with business leaders in the organization to identify opportunities for collaborative development of products and/or services that yield cost savings and revenue generation.Negotiate Supplier Agreements that deliver value to market segments, including best price, service, quality and conditions, while also aligning to the organizational goals.  Manage supplier relationships through quarterly Business Reviews to ensure compliance with supply agreement terms and conditions and to strategize on new opportunities that deliver value to the organization.Develop procurement programs that support Sodexo's corporate initiatives including Supplier Diversity and "Better Tomorrow" sustainability goals.Supports operational market segments with cost reduction strategies; unit openings and closings; implementation of supply chain programs and resolution of program challengesKey Qualifications include:Indirect & Professional Services category experience (office supplies, digital signage, promotional products, armored car services, shipping, consulting, temporary labor, etc.) Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience that provides knowledge and exposure to fundamental supply chain theories, principles and concepts Significant, broad knowledge and technical expertise in the managed categories to achieve results. Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated ability to track negotiated cost savings valueKnowledge and technical expertise in the managed categories to achieve results. Demonstrated ability to develop and nurture strong strategic supplier relationships that benefit the purchaser and the supplier                                                                                            Intermediate/Advanced skill level with Microsoft Office suitePower BI experience highly desiredSodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.Not the job for you?At Sodexo, we offer positions that support a variety of career goals working in diverse business segments, including Corporate Headquarters, Corporate, Schools, Universities, Government and Agencies, Healthcare, Senior Living, and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States. Continue your search today.Working for Sodexo:How far will your ambition, talent, and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring, and career growth opportunities.#LIRemote    What We Offer: Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs401(k) Plan with Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysCareer Growth Opportunities and Tuition ReimbursementMore extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire. Qualifications & Requirements: Basic Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience Basic Management Experience - 5 years    Basic Functional Experience - 3 yearsSodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

Created: 2024-11-04