Sr. Strategic Sourcing Lead, Marketing
$93,000–$93,000 year
HybridBoston, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Develop and execute category management and strategic sourcing strategies to drive value and business growth. Analyze industry trends and supply markets to identify risks and opportunities, then lead sourcing events and contract negotiations to optimize total cost of ownership. Build and maintain supplier relationships through performance tracking via KPIs and SLAs while partnering with internal stakeholders to define requirements and implement sourcing initiatives. Oversee contract lifecycle management, resolve supplier issues, and drive continuous improvement in cost, quality, and service. Track and validate cost savings, lead cross-functional projects to improve procurement systems, and manage multiple projects with occasional travel and extended hours during critical situations.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field
- 6+ years of experience in category management, strategic sourcing, procurement, or related fields
- Experience leading sourcing strategies, contract negotiations, and supplier management initiatives
- Strong analytical skills with experience in spend analysis and market intelligence
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and data visualization tools (Tableau or Power BI)
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage supplier performance and ensure contract compliance
- Hybrid position at Boston Beer requires that our coworkers reside within commuting distance to be onsite according to their teams' weekly schedule
Desired Qualifications
- MBA or other graduate degree
- Strong program and project management capabilities
- Experience leading organizational or process change initiatives
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