| Head of Strategic Sourcing Job Description |
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| The following is a full job description for Head of Strategic Sourcing. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Head of Strategic Sourcing along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Head of Strategic Sourcing is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Strategic Sourcing Specialist I, Strategic Sourcing Specialist II, Strategic Sourcing Specialist III, Strategic Sourcing Specialist IV, Strategic Sourcing Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing Director, Strategic Sourcing Supervisor, Strategic Sourcing Manager, Strategic Sourcing Specialist V |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities For Head of Strategic Sourcing |
| Defines and implements the organization's overall sourcing strategy and leads operations that build value-driven vendor partnerships focusing on risk management, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Implements structured negotiation processes that facilitate supplier negotiations and contracting. Establishes internal stakeholder coordination to define material, quality, and service requirements and standards. Develops vendor partnerships, sets KPI's and goals, and uses scorecards to measure and evaluate vendor performance. Explores and obtains new sources, methods, and vendors to ensure a reliable supply of materials. Studies market intelligence and conducts frequent market analysis and benchmarking to anticipate price fluctuations. Deploys ERP systems and other software tools to manage processes, create efficiencies, and control costs. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. Manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. |
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| Also referred to as: Strategic Supplier Sourcing Executive |
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| Similar Jobs: Strategic Sourcing Specialist I, Strategic Sourcing Specialist II, Strategic Sourcing Specialist III, Strategic Sourcing Specialist IV, Strategic Sourcing Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing Director, Strategic Sourcing Supervisor, Strategic Sourcing Manager, Strategic Sourcing Specialist V |
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| Level of Education: Head of Strategic Sourcing Salaries with No Diploma, Head of Strategic Sourcing Salaries with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate, Head of Strategic Sourcing Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Head of Strategic Sourcing Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Head of Strategic Sourcing Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Head of Strategic Sourcing Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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| Industries: Aerospace & Defense, Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Construction, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality & Leisure, Insurance, Internet, Media, MFG Durable, MFG Nondurable, Pharmaceuticals, Retail & Wholesale, Software & Networking, Telecom, Transportation | |
