Werfen North America
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Werfen North America, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Overview
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The Strategic Sourcing Specialist supports the Procurement team by analyzing supplier performance, cost structures, and market trends to optimize sourcing strategies. This role is responsible for gathering and interpreting data to drive supplier negotiations, enhance supplier relationships, and support cost-saving initiatives. The specialist collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure procurement decisions align with business objectives, compliance requirements, and industry regulations. Performs responsibilities in accordance with applicable FDA, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and state regulations, as well as relevant standards, including but not limited to ISO 13485.
Responsibilities
Advanced analytical skills in procurement data, supplier performance, and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Support supplier evaluation and selection processes by providing data-driven insights.
Support supplier contract negotiations and management to drive successful agreements that align with business objectives and optimize cost, quality, and service.
Assist in the development and implementation of category management strategies.
Support and optimize supplier scorecards to track performance metrics.
Conduct cost modeling and should-cost analysis to support negotiations.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with operational needs.
Monitor industry trends and supply chain risks to mitigate potential disruptions.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements.
Networking/Key relationships This position works regularly and collaboratively with staff in Werfen’s Receiving, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Production Planning, Shipping, and Finance teams.
Qualifications
Skills & Capabilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ADVANCED Excel, Power BI, and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
Knowledge of data visualization tools and statistical analysis techniques.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated experience of successful use of customer relationship skills.
Proven track record of successful supplier contract negotiation and management required.
Minimum Knowledge & Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
Experience: 4-6 years in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain analytics, preferably in the medical device or life sciences industry.
Industry Knowledge: Understanding of supplier performance management, cost analysis, and procurement best practices.
Management has the discretion of substituting relevant work experience for a degree and/or making exceptions to the years of experience requirement.
Travel Travel Requirements: Limited domestic and international travel ( Salary range for this position is $80,000-$125,000 per year.
Job details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries: Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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Strategic Sourcing Specialist
role at
Werfen North America .
The Strategic Sourcing Specialist supports the Procurement team by analyzing supplier performance, cost structures, and market trends to optimize sourcing strategies. This role is responsible for gathering and interpreting data to drive supplier negotiations, enhance supplier relationships, and support cost-saving initiatives. The specialist collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure procurement decisions align with business objectives, compliance requirements, and industry regulations. Performs responsibilities in accordance with applicable FDA, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and state regulations, as well as relevant standards, including but not limited to ISO 13485.
Responsibilities
Advanced analytical skills in procurement data, supplier performance, and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Support supplier evaluation and selection processes by providing data-driven insights.
Support supplier contract negotiations and management to drive successful agreements that align with business objectives and optimize cost, quality, and service.
Assist in the development and implementation of category management strategies.
Support and optimize supplier scorecards to track performance metrics.
Conduct cost modeling and should-cost analysis to support negotiations.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with operational needs.
Monitor industry trends and supply chain risks to mitigate potential disruptions.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements.
Networking/Key relationships This position works regularly and collaboratively with staff in Werfen’s Receiving, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Production Planning, Shipping, and Finance teams.
Qualifications
Skills & Capabilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ADVANCED Excel, Power BI, and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
Knowledge of data visualization tools and statistical analysis techniques.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated experience of successful use of customer relationship skills.
Proven track record of successful supplier contract negotiation and management required.
Minimum Knowledge & Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
Experience: 4-6 years in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain analytics, preferably in the medical device or life sciences industry.
Industry Knowledge: Understanding of supplier performance management, cost analysis, and procurement best practices.
Management has the discretion of substituting relevant work experience for a degree and/or making exceptions to the years of experience requirement.
Travel Travel Requirements: Limited domestic and international travel ( Salary range for this position is $80,000-$125,000 per year.
Job details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries: Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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San Diego, CA .
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