The Associate Sourcing Manager's (ASM-strategic sourcing) main objective is to assist in optimizing end-to-end supply chain costs while ensuring best in class supply performance that meets with or exceeds the overall corporate objectives, i.e. cost optimization, inventory reduction, efficiency improvement, innovation enablement, supply flexibility, lead time reduction, etc . Our ASMs focus on developing, planning and executing strategic sourcing initiatives that would uncover and enable best-in-class value creation opportunities. They collaborate seamlessly with NPD (new product development), marketing and other cross functional teams in support of new product development and introduction initiatives. As a key commercial relationship owner, they drive strategic supply partnerships with key suppliers. They work closely with demand/supply planning teams and corresponding suppliers to ensure suppliers’ on-time/in-full (OTIF) goals are met. Our ASMs assist with collecting, analyzing and reporting of supplier performance data for the entire sourcing function, and they will assist with providing these required information to other sourcing managers in the group. Moreover, our ASMs provide data analytical support for senior management on an as needed basis.
In short, our ASMs help the supply chain to operate in a way that allows PCH to provide exceptional service with minimal costs and without unnecessary delays or complications.
Job Description
As a member of PCH’s strategic sourcing team, this position will;
drive identification and execution of supply chain improvement and cost optimization opportunities
directly manage and support our Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO) network.
develop and manage relationships with key assigned suppliers
provide spend data analytics and report creation support
collaborate with cross functional teams for on-time delivery of new product ideas & execution
proactively manage risk via execution of appropriate mitigation strategies
Key Responsibilities
Lead spend data analytics (data collection, analysis and reporting)
Lead and manage supply chain cost optimization projects and ideas - such as cost reduction, lead time reduction, capacity analysis, innovation enablement, etc.
Initiate and manage supplier benchmarking events. Efforts may include managing RFx (RFI, RFP, RFQ, RFS), timeline management and feasibility assessments.
Lead development of cost models
Prepare market intelligence and supply trends, and other continuous improvement initiatives
Work with and assist cross-functional teams to support new product launches and product transfers.
Assist / lead the supplier relationship management process for assigned suppliers / categories
Coordinate with all supply chain functions – NPD, quality, planning, marketing, finance, engineering, legal, etc. – in support of on-going and new business initiatives
Report generation (some examples):
monthly spend reports
monthly PPV reports, reconciliation vs. savings tracker, alerts
monthly or Quarterly preparation of Deck for supplier meetings (i.e. QBRs, monthly touch points, issue resolution, etc.)
input cost / index cost / external economic factor reports ( leveraging outside expert services like Beroe )
should cost model build and maintenance ( leveraging outside expert services like Beroe )
Legal agreements:
maintain supply agreement database for assigned suppliers
lead or work with sourcing manager(s), as needed, to support / lead contract renewals, amendments, negotiations
Support COGS & APO optimization
manage PIR process in SAP for assigned categories / brands
manage PIR process in SAP for assigned portfolio of products / brands
back up sourcing managers for all SAP related tasks
Regulatory & compliance
understand the relevant cGMP regulations and PCH quality standards that apply to our product portfolio of OTC monograph, NDA, Dietary supplement, and medical device products
translate these in practical ways in evaluation of potential suppliers
Brand champion
own and manage assigned brands with guidance from the senior management / leadership
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of supply chain experience
Excellent analytical & managerial skills
Strong attention to details
Self-starter; ability to work independently without close supervision
Ability to work will in a dynamic, fast paced team environment
Balances multiple and competing priorities, and executes accordingly
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Required Skills
Data analytical skillset
Attention to details so ensure data accuracy and completeness
Problem-solving skills
Decision-making skills
Communication skills
Negotiation skills
Willingness and openness to acquire other appropriate skill set as required by the business
Capacity to learn and flexibility to adapt.
Additional Details
No Sponsorship: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
#HybridWork: We follow a Hybrid work schedule. All applicants must be able to work in our Tarrytown office Tues/Wed/Thurs (remote on Mon/Fri).
Salary Range : $100-$110K and takes into consideration several factors including, but not limited to, experience, location, and market conditions.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Consumer Goods
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