Global Supplier Account Manager (Computing Platforms & Software)
About The Position
As the Global Supplier Account Manager, you will drive supplier negotiations, monitor performance metrics, and implement corrective measures to optimize agreements while interacting with senior management to align category management efforts and unlock maximum value from third-party purchases. Your role: Foster strong supplier relationships and leveraging technology to enhance procurement effectiveness and innovation Contribute to formulating and executing cross-functional sourcing strategies, contributing valuable insights to Make or Buy decisions and actively shaping policies governing category spend Drive negotiations with suppliers, monitor performance metrics, and swiftly implement corrective measures to optimize supplier agreements and ensure alignment with organizational goals
Requirements
- You’ve acquired 8+ years of experience in managing complex agreements to drive significant productivity
- Cloud Technology Expertise: In-depth understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their services and the ability to analyze and drive SaaS/Cloud cost optimization initiatives, including understanding of pricing models and cost-saving strategies
- You have a bachelor's/ master’s degree in a relevant discipline; additional expert level certification in Lean/Six Sigma, Design to Cost/Clean sheet and Project management methodologies – an advantage OR a minimum of 12+ years of relevant experience in place of a bachelor’s degree
- You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position .
- You have knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices for SaaS/Cloud security and compliance
- You can leverage strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills to foster collaboration, influence stakeholders, resolve conflicts, and drive continuous improvement in alignment with business goals
- US work authorization is a precondition of employment.
- For this position, you must reside in or within commuting distance to Bothell, WA or Cambridge, MA.
Nice To Haves
- additional expert level certification in Lean/Six Sigma, Design to Cost/Clean sheet and Project management methodologies – an advantage
Responsibilities
- Foster strong supplier relationships and leveraging technology to enhance procurement effectiveness and innovation
- Contribute to formulating and executing cross-functional sourcing strategies, contributing valuable insights to Make or Buy decisions and actively shaping policies governing category spend
- Drive negotiations with suppliers, monitor performance metrics, and swiftly implement corrective measures to optimize supplier agreements and ensure alignment with organizational goals
Benefits
- Employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive Philips Total Rewards benefits program, which includes a generous PTO, 401k (up to 7% match), HSA (with company contribution), stock purchase plan, education reimbursement and much more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
