Staples-posted 3 months ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Framingham, MA
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

Staples is business to business. You're what binds us together. Our talented finance team partners with every area of the business to drive results and provide financial expertise. We are passionate about analyzing and interpreting information to assess performance and provide guidance. Our team serves as a true partner and advisor to all our business leaders, working with them to accelerate the company's profitability and growth. Join our talented finance team, where you'll partner with every area of the business to drive results and provide financial expertise. As the Associate Manager of Strategic Sourcing, you'll manage strategic sourcing events including RFIs, RFPs, and competitive bids, while building and maintaining relationships with new and existing suppliers. You will collaborate with stakeholders to support their business strategies and help them navigate the procure-to-pay process, executing sourcing strategies that deliver value, drive cost reduction, and contribute to our annual savings targets. Your role will encompass supplier selection, contract negotiation, and the facilitation of contract renewals and extensions, all while serving as a liaison between suppliers, business partners, and internal teams such as Legal, Risk, and Cyber Security. You'll support procurement operations, ensure continuity of supply, and manage risk throughout the supply chain. All Staples Associates are expected to be onsite in the Staples Office 3 days per week.

  • Manage strategic sourcing events including RFIs, RFPs, and competitive bids.
  • Build and maintain relationships with new and existing suppliers.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to support their business strategies.
  • Help stakeholders navigate the procure-to-pay process.
  • Execute sourcing strategies that deliver value and drive cost reduction.
  • Contribute to annual savings targets.
  • Oversee supplier selection and contract negotiation.
  • Facilitate contract renewals and extensions.
  • Serve as a liaison between suppliers, business partners, and internal teams such as Legal, Risk, and Cyber Security.
  • Support procurement operations and ensure continuity of supply.
  • Manage risk throughout the supply chain.
  • 3+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or a related field.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Familiarity with Coupa/ePAS or other procure-to-pay systems.
  • Proficient in negotiation and contract processes, including legal terms and supplier concerns.
  • Novice RFP management experience, including the end-to-end process from creation to award.
  • Proficiency in sourcing and procurement software.
  • Bachelor's Degree in related fields.
  • Professional certifications such as CPSM or CSCP.
  • Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups.
  • Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays).
  • Online and Retail Discounts.
  • Company Match 401(k).
  • Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs.
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