Overview
This is a fully remote, work from home role.
The Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing will partner and collaborate with business owners to drive supplier innovation and improve efficiencies. The person will be highly motivated and passionate about evaluating and influencing new business and technology trends in assigned categories.
The responsibilities include, but not limited, to the following:
- Conduct spend analysis, and market intelligent research and define and establish category strategies and roadmaps for supply chain category including, but not limited to warehouse and distribution, MROs, packaging and utilities
- Own the sourcing process: Requirement gathering, identifying sources, creating and issuing RFX, Proposal evaluation, and supplier selections and initiate P2P process
- Contract Negotiations: Create robust negotiation strategies and cost targeting through understanding of market dynamics, benchmarking, and trends
- Supplier relationship management: Proactively manage supplier relationship and quarterly business review process with critical suppliers
- Drive continuous improvement projects, sustainability projects and other initiatives
Basic Experience:
- 10+ years of work experience in procurement or supply chain field
- Bachelor's Degree required, Engineering focus and MBA preferred
- Experience in indirect souring categories in utilities, and supply chain, such as warehouse and distribution automation, packaging, facilities etc.
- Proficiency using ERP and eSourcing tools, and MS Office, excellent using Excel, PowerPoint
With the following certifications will be a plus:
- CPSM or CPM and/or CPIM certification
- Lean Six Sigma certification
- Project Management certifications
Other capabilities:
- Strong negotiation skills, highly proactive and has a high attention to detail
- Strong Project Management and ability to prioritize projects and bring the project to closure in a timely matter
- Experience in developing and executing category strategies to help improve cost while at the same time providing solutions around new product and services
- Demonstrate business acumen and be creative and innovative
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to convey clear messaging to business owners to help influence change
- Continuous improvement experience and open-minded
- Excellent in evaluating existing suppliers performance against contractual obligations to help determine go forward strategy.
About The ODP Corporation
The ODP Corporation (NASDAQ:ODP) is a leading provider of products and services through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, a B2B digital procurement solution, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores. Through its operating companies Office Depot, LLC; ODP Business Solutions, LLC; Veyer, LLC; and Varis, LLC, The ODP Corporation empowers every business, professional, and consumer to achieve more every day.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified. Other duties may be assigned.
Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule
The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization! For immediate consideration for this exciting position, please click the Apply Now button.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records City & County of San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
At Office Depot, we offer our benefits around the 5 facets of Total Well-Being: Physical, Emotional, Work-Life, Financial, and Community. Here’s a look into what we offer:
Physical:
- Medical Insurance/Prescription Drugs
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flu shots
Emotional:
- Mental Health Benefits
- Support Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Work-Life:
- Location Events & Activities
- Onboarding Plan & 'Buddy'
- Recognition & Rewards Programs
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Paid Holidays (as applicable by business unit)
- Paid Time Off (Full-Time Associates are eligible to receive up to 128 hours on a prorated basis in their first year of employment)
Financial:
- 401(k) and Roth Savings Plans
- Savings Plan Employer Match
- Commuter Benefits
- FSA/HSA Pre-Tax Benefits
- HSA Employer Match
- Discount Center
- Employee & Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Short & Long-Term Disability
Community:
- Charitable Giving
- Volunteering & Mentorship
- Associate Resource Groups focused on Diversity and Inclusion
At Office Depot, we offer our benefits around the 5 facets of Total Well-Being: Physical, Emotional, Work-Life, Financial, and Community. Here’s a look into what we offer:
Emotional:
- Employee Assistance Programs
Community:
- Associate Resource Groups focused on Diversity and Inclusion
Physical:
- Flu Shots
Work-Life:
- Part-Time Associates are eligible to receive up to 24 hours of paid time off on a prorated basis after their first year of employment
Financial:
- 401 (k) and Roth Savings Plans
- Savings Plan Employer Match
- Discount Center
As the working world continues to evolve, so are we. Shifting from an office supplies retailer to a business services platform is not a simple task, nor is it one we take lightly. It requires the diverse talents and contributions from each and every associate – all driven by our 5C culture of Customer, Commitment, Change, Caring and Creativity. We’re working together to make a difference, challenge the status quo, and be the trusted experts that help our customers manage their businesses. We’ve got 40,000+ associates to date – and we’re always looking to add great talent to our team. The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help transform our company to fuel the businesses and communities around us is knocking. Start your #LifeAtDepot and discover how you can be a part of the transformation.
