Strategic Sourcing Manager

Elevance Health • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Strategic Sourcing Manager supports Procurement by executing and implementing one or more sub-category sourcing strategies. The role follows standardized sourcing processes, develops strong working relationships with internal customers and key suppliers, and focuses on cost savings. It also contributes to cross-enterprise commodity teams, supplier compliance and performance improvement, fact-based negotiations, contract execution, sourcing recommendations, and e-procurement catalog management.

The position uses a hybrid work arrangement, requiring associates to work in-office one to two days per week. Alternate locations may be considered for candidates within commuting distance of an office; candidates outside a reasonable commuting distance will not be considered unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Eight years of experience in sourcing or supplier selection, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least six years of experience negotiating pricing and contract terms and conditions.

Nice To Haves

• MBA preferred.
• CPSM preferred.
• Carelon experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute standardized strategic sourcing processes for assigned sub-categories.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal customers and key suppliers for assigned sub-categories.
• Focus on cost savings.
• Participate in cross-enterprise commodity teams for assigned sub-categories.
• Track and improve non-compliance with preferred suppliers.
• Participate in fact-based negotiations and execute contracts using approved terms and conditions.
• Implement sourcing recommendations and develop and manage e-procurement catalog content.
• Monitor, track, and report supplier compliance and performance benefits.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Incentive and recognition programs.
• Equity stock purchase.
• 401(k) contribution.
• Merit increases.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid Time Off.
• Incentive bonus programs, unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
• Medical benefits.
• Dental benefits.
• Vision benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• 401(k) with matching contribution.
• Stock purchase plan.
• Life insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Financial education resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager