Strategic Sourcing Manager
Company: Zurich NA
Location: Schaumburg
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
Strategic Sourcing Manager100155Zurich North America is
currently hiring a Strategic Sourcing Manager and this person will
report to a Senior Sourcing Manager within Zurich North America
Sourcing and Procurement. This person can work in our Schaumburg
North America HQ OR remotely for the right person.The Strategic
Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing strategies to
improve cost structure. This resource will optimize external spend
through early involvement in the sourcing lifecycle developed
through strong partnership with business stakeholders. The
Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for identifying
opportunities to aggregate demand to drive value. The Strategic
Sourcing Manager should have knowledge of category management
practices, experience in negotiating complex contract/agreements,
vendor management skills and demonstrated expertise
cross-categorically.The job's core deliverables rely on delivering
service to internal clients, usually at the executive or Sr.
Management level. Includes using subject matter expertise to
address advanced, high-level questions and issuesKey
Accountabilities:
- Lead negotiations for complex contract requests (Master Service
Agreements (MSA), Statement of Work (SOW), Non-Disclosure
Agreements (NDA), Amendments, etc
- Propose and lead initiatives to drive ongoing evolution of
sourcing frameworks, processes and best practice
- Support the development of sourcing strategies and supplier
account plans with the input of analysis and insight.
- Research sourcing solutions and best practice, along with
leading initiatives to drive ongoing evolution of tools and
processes to improve performance and delivery of sourcing
services.
- Collaborate with Senior Leaders to manage and execute defined
Sourcing Plans through the development and distribution of RFxs
(RFI, RFQ, RFP), vendor communication and development of vendor
selection criteria
- Research sourcing / procurement / vendor management best
practice and propose and lead initiatives to drive ongoing
evolution of tools and processes to improve performance.
- Act as technical expert supporting the business in order to
contribute to continuous improvement of sourcing / procurement /
vendor management services to stakeholders.
- Manage the ongoing performance of our suppliers including
setting objectives and service level agreements (SLAs), tracking
and reporting KPI performance, supplier scorecards, and
prioritizing and leading improvement efforts where warrantedBasic
Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree and 6 or more years of experience in the
Procurement area OR
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 8 or more years of
experience in the Procurement area OR
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate
Degree and 6 or more years of experience in the Procurement area
AND
- Project Management experience
- Supply Chain experience
- Contract negotiation experience
- Source to contract experiencePreferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance,
Accounting, Legal Studies or Supply Chain Management
- Vendor management experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong influencing and persuasion skills
- Project management skills
- CPM, CPSM, or PMPAs a condition of employment at Zurich,
employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety
protocols in place at that time (
https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq ).A future with Zurich. What
can go right when you apply at Zurich?Now is the time to move
forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your
unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive
sustainable change together. As part of a leading global
organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience
managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North
America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty
insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products
and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25
industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of
the Fortune 500. Our growth strategy is not limited to our
business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career
development opportunities, and we foster an environment where
voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity,
and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next
evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter
future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we
serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package
for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive
compensation. Please clickhere (https://www.zurichna.com/careers)
to learn more.As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity
of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a
variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly
welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us
closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers expectations.
Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression,
national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other
legally protected status. EOE disability/vetZurich does not accept
unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any
unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American
Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting
Agency Portal for resume submission.Location(s): AM -
SchaumburgRemote Working: NoSchedule: Full TimeLinkedin Recruiter
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