1. Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Development<br /> Identify, evaluate, and develop potential supplier sources to build a robust supplier pool across the country.<br /> Lead initiatives for alternate sourcing, supplier diversification, and localization.<br /> Identify and qualify suppliers in collaboration with cross-functional teams following defined sourcing processes.<br />2. New Product Introduction (NPI) Support<br /> Partner with Engineering and Operations to define optimal sourcing strategies for new product introductions.<br /> Recommend suppliers, manufacturing technologies, and supply chain models aligned with business objectives.<br /> Ensure supplier readiness for new product launches.<br />3. Supplier Selection & Negotiation<br /> Participate in supplier bidding and evaluation processes for strategic categories.<br /> Lead supplier negotiations to achieve competitive pricing, improved service levels, and long-term partnerships.<br /> Support supplier audits and performance evaluations.<br />4. Supply Chain Risk Mitigation<br /> Identify supply chain vulnerabilities and develop mitigation plans to reduce dependency on single-source suppliers.<br /> Build a 3-year sourcing roadmap to strengthen supply chain resilience and sustainability.<br />5. Cost Optimization & Value Engineering<br /> Drive cost reduction initiatives through VAVE (Value Analysis Value Engineering) and productivity programs.<br /> Identify opportunities for material substitution, process optimization, and supplier capability improvements.<br />6. Cross-Functional Collaboration<br /> Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Procurement teams to ensure sourcing decisions align with operational and product requirements.<br /> Support strategic initiatives related to sustainability, supply chain digitalization, and operational efficiency.<h3>experience</h3>10

Strategic Sourcing & RFx Management<br />● Support and lead regional and multi-regional RFx events for workplace services such<br />as food programs, facilities management, security, and construction.<br />● Develop RFx documentation including scope of work, pricing templates, and evaluation<br />frameworks.<br />● Manage RFx communications, supplier responses, scoring summaries, and<br />documentation.<br />● Support commercial negotiations covering pricing, payment terms, and service levels in<br />collaboration with category managers.Supplier & Contract Management<br />● Support contract lifecycle activities including renewals, amendments, and<br />terminations.<br />● Coordinate with legal, finance, and risk teams to complete required supplier risk<br />reviews and approvals.<br />● Track contract metadata and support monitoring of service levels and supplier<br />performance through regular reviews.<h3>experience</h3>10