STERIS · 2 hours ago
Senior Sourcing Specialist
Vernon Hills, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$105K/yr - $130K/yr
6+ years expSTERIS is a company dedicated to creating a healthier and safer world through innovative healthcare and life science solutions. The Senior Sourcing Specialist will drive cost effectiveness and performance improvement in the supply chain while managing supplier relationships and ensuring alignment with global sourcing strategies.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedical Device
Responsibilities
Create and deploy sourcing strategies and communicate them effectively across the plants establishing cross functional alignment
Support the strategic initiatives through the entire life cycle of the projects from spend analysis, implementation up to new supplier onboarding
Provide proactive leadership and management with cross-functional partners to effectively select suppliers, negotiate favorable contract and payment terms, and manage supplier performance and relationships
Provide direction and vision for sourcing initiatives, and apply Lean Product Development principles and manufacturing experience to achieve New Product Development goals
Coordinate the development of purchase, quality inspection, part qualification and delivery processes for commodities within the New Product Development process
Develop and maintain expertise in the supply base’s contemporary technology that can be utilized to upgrade existing products and be designed into new products. Participate in New Product Development projects as a Core Team member, representing Global Operations (Manufacturing and Sourcing) and be responsible for the integration of new designs and technologies with our manufacturing processes, as well as identifying sources for components (manufactured and purchased)
Develop effective short and long term category strategies to include supply chain continuity, risk management, optimizing supplier network and attaining best cost. Lead the identification of key supplier/ partners to strategically source. Work with cross-functional team to align key strategic suppliers and capabilities with new product development needs. Lead and manage supplier relationships through development and tracking of Key Metrics and establish collaborative environment to optimize supplier performance and innovation
Lead / Champion cross-STERIS sourcing effectiveness to achieve year-over-year improvement in total quality, surety of supply, cost of ownership, and service. Perform cost analysis and utilize financial acumen to identify opportunities to leverage scale or other opportunities to drive cost savings
Develop dual / multiple sourcing for assigned category based items at the lowest total acquisition cost and lead cross-functional teams to achieve identified dual sourcing targets
Conduct negotiations and issue contracts/agreements in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations within the appropriate guidelines. Negotiate, structure, and secure agreements with selected suppliers. Support the necessary supplier audits including commercial, financial, and technical to ensure that STERIS maintains and continues to develop a robust and capable supply base
Work cross functionally with Quality and Purchasing partners to improve Quality, Delivery and cost performance for assigned categorie
Increase knowledge in lean manufacturing concepts and apply lean replenishment techniques as well as general continuous improvement opportunities to improve supplier performance in targeted areas
Carry out duties in an ethical, legal and professional manner that contributes to both our internal and external Customers’ satisfaction
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Six (6) to eight (8) years of experience working in strategic sourcing, manufacturing and/or industrial environment
Experience in all aspects of end-to-end Supply Chain including contract negotiations, commodity-based materials management, project management and commercial analytics. Strong negotiation skills are required
Excellent knowledge in office applications like Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and project management tools
Preferred
MBA, preferred
ISM or ASCM, preferred
Regulated business environment experience, preferred
A broad knowledge of multiple direct materials commodities, preferred
First-line supervisory experience in a lean manufacturing environment, preferred
Benefits
Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 added Holidays.
Excellent Healthcare, Dental and vision benefits.
Long/Short Term Disability coverage.
401(k) with a company match.
Maternity & Paternity Leave.
Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance.
Tuition Reimbursement and continued educations programs.
Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career.
Company
STERIS
STERIS is a leading provider of infection prevention and other procedural products and services, focused primarily on healthcare, pharmaceutical and medical device Customers.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$0.28M2010-05-21Post Ipo Debt· $0.28M
1998-12-01IPO
Leadership Team
Daniel Carestio
President and CEO, STERIS
Walter Rosebrough
CEO Emeritus & Senior Advisor
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