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Purpose

The Director of Global Procurement, Purchasing, and Vendor Management is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing and optimizing the procurement and vendor management functions across the OneSource organization. This position demands a strategic thinker with extensive experience in global procurement practices, purchasing processes, and vendor relationship management. The Director will lead a team dedicated to sourcing and managing suppliers, ensuring cost-effective procurement strategies, and maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

1. Global Procurement Strategy:
   • Develop and implement global procurement strategies aligned with the company’s overall business objectives.
   • Identify and evaluate opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and enhanced procurement efficiencies across all regions.
2. Purchasing Management:
   • Oversee the end-to-end purchasing process, including requisition, sourcing, negotiation, and contract management.
   • Ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services, maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.
3. Vendor Management:
   • Establish and maintain strong relationships with key vendors and suppliers to ensure reliable delivery and performance.
   • Develop and execute vendor management strategies, including performance evaluations, risk assessments, and resolution of issues.
4. Team Leadership:
   • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of procurement and vendor management professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
   • Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and support professional growth and development within the team.
5. Contract Negotiation and Management:
   • Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers and vendors, ensuring favorable terms, compliance with company policies, and alignment with legal requirements.
   • Review and approve contractual agreements, amendments, and renewals.
6. Cost Management and Budgeting:
   • Develop and manage the procurement budget, ensuring cost-effective purchasing decisions and adherence to financial targets.
   • Analyze spending patterns and implement strategies to optimize procurement costs and improve financial performance.
7. Compliance and Risk Management:
   • Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards in all procurement activities.
   • Identify potential risks in the procurement and vendor management processes and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
8. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
   • Collaborate with other departments, such as Finance, Legal, and Operations, to align procurement strategies with business needs and ensure seamless integration of procurement activities.
   • Lead cross-functional projects related to procurement and vendor management, driving organizational goals and efficiencies.
9. Market Analysis and Supplier Development:
   • Conduct market research and analysis to stay informed of industry trends, emerging technologies, and supplier innovations.
   • Develop and implement supplier development programs to enhance supplier performance and capability.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience (typically 8+ years) in global procurement, purchasing, and vendor management, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial role.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, vendor management, and contract negotiation.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing global procurement strategies and managing complex vendor relationships.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Exceptional negotiation skills and experience managing large-scale contracts and agreements.
• Proficiency in procurement and supply chain management software and tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.

Preferred Characteristics

• MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Procurement experience in laboratory services.

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