Strategic Sourcing Manager - Transportation/3PL
Multiple Locations
A leading Food and Beverage organization is looking to hire an Strategic Sourcing Manager for their expanding department. The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for negotiating various Transportation categories, such as 3PL
Responsibilities and Desired Experience:
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies and processes across the entire organization
- Work cross-functionally with other department to determine cost budgets
- Develop and maintain supplier relations
- Work with various Transportation related suppliers to help facilitate organizational needs
- Continually produce concise and achievable goals and objectives for vendors
- Engage with key stakeholders across multiple business units
- Identify process and cost savings opportunities
Requirements:
- 5-10 years of experience in procurement/sourcing management
- Bachelor's Degree (Masters/MBA is preferred)
- Manufacturing background preferred
- Extensive Transportation Purchasing experience required
- Ability to negotiate contracts and establish vendor relations
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Leadership and Management Experience