Strategic Sourcing Manager

4 weeks ago


Lisle, Illinois, United States Smithfield Foods Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Sourcing Manager to join our team at Smithfield Foods. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of progressive sourcing strategies that deliver cost efficiencies, supply assurance, and quality in the procurement of equipment and contractor services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Identify and screen suppliers, developing strategic relationships, negotiating terms and conditions, and continuously driving improved supplier service levels through leadership and direction on a cross-functional basis.
  • Develop, direct, and manage overall cost reduction targets and oversee execution of initiatives.
  • Conduct spend analysis, analyze supply markets, identify sourcing value levers, execute competitive RFIs/RFPs, and lead supplier negotiations.
  • Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance, business adoption, and technology enhancements.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key business leaders to understand and support their vendor needs.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 8+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
  • ~2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership is required.
  • ~ Minimum of 5+ years' experience in a position of leadership to include team development and management, required.
  • ~ MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and SAP experience is strongly preferred.
  • ~ Ability to demonstrate proven results with contract reading, writing, and negotiation.
  • ~ Experience with 'Strategic Sourcing Techniques' such as managing value stream, lean concepts, contractual alternatives, and buying theories.
  • ~ Strong project management skills in support of cross-functional team activities.
  • ~ High level of written and verbal communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.

Smithfield Foods is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual, or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.



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