Associate Manager, Strategic Sourcing
3 weeks ago
Staples is business to business. You're what binds us together.
Our merchandising team aims to deliver the best value and selection to our customers through products, services and solutions all centered around our customers' needs. We are driven by customer insights and analytics to bring products and solutions to market seamlessly. We're inclusive, well-rounded professionals who have deep experience in buying, selling, negotiating, operations, design, innovation, finance and more.
What you'll be doing:
- Manage Strategic Sourcing Events and RFQ's an effective Domestic Sourcing strategy.
- Negotiate proposals with suppliers that can meet Staples' cost, quality, and service requirements for Own Brand products.
- Communicate and gather inputs across our business, collaborating with our Global Sourcing, Quality, and Product teams.
- Perform detailed Net Cost analysis factoring all business requirements to present a recommendation for Sourcing decisions.
- Monitor cost model trends using proprietary software and recommend cost management actions from the developed insights.
- Manage relationships with new and existing suppliers, communicating our standards and requirements, and working to resolve any issues related to product quality, safety, and operational performance.
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proactive and strategic thinking.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Proven experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, or a related field or equivalent work experience
- 5+ years of experience in Sourcing, Procurement, Manufacturing, Project Management, or Merchandising
- Master's degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager).
- Experience with procurement software and ERP systems.
- Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in strategic sourcing.
- Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups
- Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule
- Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more
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