Strategic Sourcing Analyst - U.S. - Remote

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Requirements:

• BA/BS degree in Business Administration or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 5 years in the Pharmaceutical /CRO industry required
• Sourcing/Category management experience or similar role preferred
• Strong project management and leadership skills
• Knowledge and/or management of clinical services in clinical trials is a plus
• Requires strong presentation, documentation, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in MS Office is required
• An analytical mind with strategic ability

Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain business relationships with selected third-party vendors that would support the Worldwide Clinical Trials organization globally
• Analyze data and market research to determine trends
• Develop and implement sourcing and category management strategies for assigned categories
• Liaise with internal stakeholders for business needs
• Support and build Preferred Provider relationships through strategic sourcing processes
• Development of RF(x) for commodity-sourced (if applicable)
• Attend capabilities presentations for a complete understanding of the services being sourced
• Negotiate pricing, rebates, business terms and conditions, etc.
• Ensure vendors are compliant with negotiated terms through periodic face-to-face meetings
• Work with Vendor Management to promote the use of Preferred Providers throughout the organization
• Tracking of Cost Savings opportunities is essential
• Spend under management analysis
• Develop ad hoc analysis and reports as required
• Some Tactical Sourcing Required
• Supports project teams with vendor negotiations and project efficiencies
• Support cross-functional Vendor Management team members as needed
• Participate in Strategy Meetings as needed
• Work with the Director of Procurement to establish career progression plans, performance reviews, and employee relations
• Perform other duties as assigned