McDonald's · 1 day ago
Sr Manager, Strategic Sourcing Services
Chicago, IL, US, 60607
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$142K/yr - $177K/yr
5+ years expMcDonald’s is one of the most recognized brands in the world, serving 70 million customers daily. The Sr. Manager, Strategic Sourcing Services will support the development and execution of IT Software category sourcing strategies, ensuring value maximization through strategic sourcing and vendor management.
Restaurants
Responsibilities
Support Category Strategy Execution: Assist in the execution of sourcing strategies for the IT Software category, ensuring alignment with business objectives and the broader sourcing strategy
Stakeholder Support: Collaborate with key internal stakeholders to gather business requirements, providing insights and contributing to tailored sourcing strategies that deliver value across the McDonald’s global organization
Vendor & Supplier Coordination: Help manage relationships with key suppliers to ensure continuous improvement, identify innovative solutions, and support strategic partnerships
Category Plan Support: Assist the IT Software Sourcing team in the development and execution of strategic category plans, including cost savings, risk management, and process optimization for sub-categories
Negotiation Support: Contribute to the preparation of negotiations, ensuring the terms meet business requirements and support the execution of complex agreements and SLAs
Innovation Contribution: Support sourcing initiatives that drive cost savings, operational efficiency, and innovation in line with the company’s broader business strategies
Risk & Compliance Monitoring: Assist in ensuring sourcing strategies and supplier relationships align with McDonald’s compliance and risk management frameworks
Continuous Improvement: Contribute to continuous improvement efforts, providing input on sourcing processes, performance metrics, and benchmarks to improve sourcing outcomes
Team Collaboration: Work closely with team members to ensure smooth coordination on various sourcing projects and help facilitate the development of team capabilities
Performance Motivation: Coach and mentor the IT Software Sourcing category team to build skills and capabilities for personal and organizational growth
Qualification
Required
Minimum 4-year degree
5+ years of relevant experience in a highly complex environment and Global landscape
Experience in conducting influential discussions with executive leaders
Strong background in procurement, strategic sourcing, and vendor relationship management, with excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills
Procurement Industry Expertise
Strategic Thinking
Executive Presence / Communications
Advanced Sourcing
Contracting Knowledge
Stakeholder Management
Vendor Management
Project Management
Financial Acumen
Benefits
Health and welfare benefits
401(k) plan
Adoption assistance program
Educational assistance program
Flexible ways of working
Time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO)
Bonus
Stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan
Company
McDonald's
McDonald’s is the world’s leading global foodservice retailer with over 37,000 locations in over 100 countries.
10001+ employees
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