MRO Strategic Sourcing Manager
Core
Develop and execute strategic sourcing and category management strategies for Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) commodities to ensure supply assurance and cost optimization.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing manager (MRO)
Builds
MRO supply contracts, supplier networks, and cost-saving initiatives for factory and R&D functions
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> contract management and supplier selection
Required skills
strategic sourcing, category management, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, cost analysis, RFP/RFQ management, project management
Preferred skills
SAP or Oracle proficiency, engineering or business degree, experience with MRO commodities
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Responsibilities
Lead negotiations on procurement agreements and Master Agreements; develop commodity strategies integrating with global plans; qualify new or existing suppliers; analyze total costs and benchmark pricing; manage supplier performance reviews and resolve disputes; standardize contract lifecycle processes.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC