Sr. Specialist, Strategic Sourcing

HP Hood•Lynnfield, MA

6d•$98,000 - $108,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr. Specialist, Strategic Sourcing manages assigned spend categories through strategic sourcing, supplier performance management, contract negotiation, and risk mitigation under the direction of the Director, Strategic Sourcing. The role collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to achieve objectives and continuous improvement, including RFx activities, accurate record keeping, compliance with procurement policies, and timely support for budgeting and forecasting. The position requires up to 10% travel and may include additional responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

Five or more years of experience, preferably in a dairy, food and beverage, or manufacturing environment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated public speaking skills.
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Familiarity with ERP systems and advanced procurement tools such as SAP, ARIBA, GEP, and Determine.
Demonstrated skills in contract negotiation and execution.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or Food Science preferred.
Professional certification in a related field is a plus.
Project management experience or PMP certification is desirable.
Experience in category and supplier management is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and deploy effective category plans for assigned spend categories.
Manage supplier performance for assigned categories.
Develop and implement supply risk management strategies.
Monitor relevant markets.
Administer RFx processes, including reviewing and analyzing RFx submissions, evaluating vendors, and managing suppliers.
Negotiate prices and supply agreements.
Ensure supplier contract compliance and keep contracts current.
Identify and drive value-creation initiatives and year-over-year cost improvements.
Accurately track spend and value creation.
Maintain accurate Item Standard Costs, accounting for freight, tariffs, and surcharges.
Prepare annual Item budget forecast estimates.
Represent Strategic Sourcing on teams and projects.
Follow procurement policies and procedures and support improvements to work processes to improve collaboration, efficiency, and ease of execution.
Prepare and present an annual Category Overview at the Department Meeting.
Travel up to 10%.
Perform additional responsibilities as needed.