Direct Strategic Sourcing Manager - Office Supplies and Paper

Job Posting

The role will focus on the Direct Sourcing categories and will be a member of a team responsible for the sourcing, contracting and supplier management of goods and services. Strategic Sourcing Manager will be responsible for Enterprise level category management in the office supply and paper category.

To be considered candidates must have direct sourcing experience. This will be a hybrid role and candidates MUST be able to work from our HQ office in Boca Raton, FL a minimum of three days per week.

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will act proactively to build relationships across business units and remain current on category market trends, supplier economics, and procurement best practices. They will execute the strategic vision for ensuring quality, supply and cost competitiveness. They will communicate, monitor and aggressively manage the process from concept through to completion. Working with business units and suppliers, they will champion a strategic sourcing process that will substantially reduce total costs.

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will be responsible for collaborating with the Merchant and Product Management Team(s) to understand product and category strategies for Private Brand / National Brand in all channels (Retail, Direct and Contract). They will then develop sourcing and supplier strategies and ensure strategic execution and delivery on these strategies to ensure an increase in PB sales, penetration and margin growth. The Strategic Sourcing Manager will partner with Merchants, Product Managers, Private Brand and Global Sourcing Office (GSO) to execute and ensure best in class product sourcing processes and strategies to ensure Veyer is developing and delivering quality products at the best cost. This role requires expertise in strategy development and execution, supplier assessment and selection, strong negotiation skills in complex negotiations utilizing multiple negotiating levers, and product manufacturing / costing.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Implement and execute the organization's strategic sourcing initiatives, including supply market analysis, strategy development, management of requests for proposal, analysis of bids and quotes, supplier negotiations, contract creation and finalization.
• Network across The ODP Corporation. Build strong relationships with stakeholders and develop sourcing strategies which support their business.
• Know your category and market. Be a resource to stakeholders to make better decisions. Develop should cost models for the category.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers ensuring they meet quality and service requirements while maintaining competitive prices.
• Manage supplier selection processes using market analysis, concise request for proposals (RFPs), eAuctions and a data driven approach.

Education & Experience :

About The ODP Corporation : The ODP Corporation (NASDAQ : ODP) is a leading provider of products and services through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, a B2B digital procurement solution, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores. Through its operating companies Office Depot, LLC; ODP Business Solutions, LLC; Veyer, LLC; and Varis, LLC, The ODP Corporation empowers every business, professional, and consumer to achieve more every day.

Disclaimer : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified. Other duties may be assigned.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule : The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization! For immediate consideration for this exciting position, please click the Apply Now button.

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Application Deadline : The job posting will remain open for a minimum of 3 days and will expire once the position has been filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity : The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

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