Strategic Sourcing Manager

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Clear Channel Outdoor

Job Summary:

The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, strategy and execution of the sourcing and procurement function for assigned categories. This highly visible position will integrate closely with functional and regional teams to execute strategic initiatives to achieve planned financial and operational improvements. The categories this role will be primarily supporting are within our Clear Channel Airports, Indirect and Human Resources functions.

• Develop, align, and resource a pipeline of sourcing initiatives across their assigned categories through spend analysis, business demand, contract expiration, and market shifts
• Execute sourcing initiatives by working collaboratively to understand business needs, translate these needs into specific supplier requirements, and establish target pricing, terms, SLA s, and success measures. Develop sourcing/negotiating strategies and drive execution and ongoing monitoring efforts to ensure objectives are realized and sustained
• Drive projects to completion, thorough contracting and successful implementation / Project Management
• Develop purchasing process and procedures to drive contract compliance and ensure every $1 is being spent wisely
• Develop materials and present updates on progress and performance to the Leadership team
• Develop category management strategies with key stakeholders that utilize total cost of ownership models to optimize product/service performance and ROI
• Benchmark with leading organizations to identify and develop world-class business practices in category strategies, sourcing techniques and process efficiency
• Develop and maintain customer relationships with Business Units, Functional Leaders, and other leaders to ensure alignment of objectives and priorities
• Effectively manages key supplier performance by conducting routine business reviews with a focus on continuous improvement; develops new suppliers and/or alternative solutions

Job Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field
• M.B.A preferred

Experience and Skills:

• Five or more years procurement or consulting experience in a multi-business environment, with a minimum of five years' experience in strategic sourcing and negotiations
• A diversified background with significant exposure to and/or experience in operations, finance, and supply chain; media and advertising experience a plus
• Strong and successful experience in sourcing a wide spectrum of commodities
• Demonstrated ability to produce quality output through prioritization of efforts; focusing on quality of product and risk mitigation

• Must be familiar with contract language and be able to effectively negotiate terms over a wide range of product and service categories

• Knowledgeable of industry-leading strategic sourcing practices and operating procedures
• Experience in facilitating or leading complex cross-functional projects is preferred

Competencies:

• Negotiating - Able to negotiate skillfully in tough situations with both internal and external groups; can settle differences with minimum noise.

• Listening - Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately restate the opinions of others even when he/she disagrees.

• Drive for Results - Can be counted on to exceed goals through a strong sense of urgency; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple accountabilities and multiple internal customers.
• Presentation Skills - Is effective in a variety of formal presentation settings: one-on-one, small and large groups with all levels of staff. Has the ability to present in executive settings and clearly communicate rationale for decisions.
• Customer Focus - Emphasis on planning and aligning efforts with key stakeholders, delivering results, and maintaining a positive and constructive relationship in all endeavors with customers, team members, and suppliers
• Able to analyze and evaluate spend data from less-than-perfect historical data, and to construct and develop logical sourcing strategies and fact-based options
• Communication Skills - An influencer with excellent oral and written communication skills when dealing with customers, team members, and suppliers.

Physical Demands:

• Employee must have the ability to sit and/or stand at a desk for a minimum of 8 hours a day and complete tasks requiring repetitive use of hands
• Ability to lift or move up to 15 pounds
• Employee must have the ability to see written documents, computer screens and to adjust focus
• This job is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment
• Role may include travel, up to 15% of the time

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

Location

San Antonio, TX: 4830 North Loop 1604 West, Suite 111, 78249

Position Type

Regular

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

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