Strategic Sourcing Manager

Strategic Sourcing Manager II

6-month contract

Hybrid on-site in Princeton, NJ

The Strategic Sourcing Manager tasks include :

• Responsible for managing end-to-end strategic sourcing processes, from analysis through negotiation and contracting.
• Recommend appropriate strategies and tactics to obtain desired results.
• Collaborate with the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) team and Contract Management as needed.
• Operate within Otsuka’s Preferred Supplier Programs with specific policies, procedures, and tools.
• Develop and review specifications, statements of work, performance terms, and / or acceptance criteria.
• Plan and launch major RFx events and assist the team in an organized evaluation and selection process.
• Analyze supply market and procurement data to support category strategies.
• Assist business partners in identifying and transitioning to new suppliers.
• Monitor and manage project baselines to ensure activities occur as planned, including scope, budget, and schedule.

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