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Sodexo Senior Manager, Supply Management (Services) in GAITHERSBURG, Maryland

Unit Description

Senior Manager, Supply Management - (Services, Equipment and Supplies)

Sodexo is currently seeking a Senior Manager, Supply Management professional who will be responsible for the strategic sourcing process and management of purchasing national and regional contracts, in the Services, Equipment and Supplies category.

This is a remote position and the ideal candidate will reside in the Mid-West or East Coast of the U.S.

The ideal candidates should possess a supply management background, strong negotiation skills along with the ability to understand financial statements, data-based information systems, the ability to manage an RFP process, to communicate within all levels of the organization and an understanding of regional logistics.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Continuous evaluation and improvement of procurement practices with expertise in sourcing for managed categories, budgeting and forecasting of supply chain revenue, analysis of spend to identify opportunities within non-contracted areas and ensuring a strategic sourcing process is fully implemented across all categories.

  • Lead Request for Information (RFI) and Request for Pricing (RFP) events, including preparation of bids, evaluation of bid proposals, and pricing negotiations.

  • Collaborate with leaders across all levels of organizations to identify opportunities for collaborative development of products and/or services that yield cost savings and revenue generation.

  • Negotiate Supplier Agreements that deliver value to market segments, including best price, service, quality and conditions, while also aligning to the organizational goals.

  • Manage supplier relationships through quarterly Business Reviews to ensure compliance with supply agreement terms and conditions and to strategize on new opportunities that deliver value to the organization.

  • Develop procurement programs that support Sodexo’s corporate initiatives including Supplier Diversity and “Better Tomorrow” sustainability goals.

  • Supports operational market segments with cost reduction strategies; unit openings and closings; implementation of supply chain programs and resolution of program challenges.

Requirements:

  • Strong negotiation skills

  • Experience with services and supplies procurement contracts. Facilities management contracting experience highly desired.

  • Significant, broad knowledge and technical expertise in the managed categories to achieve results.

  • Understanding of commodity and market indices that drive the cost basis in the manufacture of category products managed by the position.

  • Understanding of contract terms, including but not limited to Insurance and Indemnification, termination clauses, audit provisions, and federal law.

  • Significant knowledge of RFI and RFP processes, and detailed scope of work generation to ensure an accurate bid response from qualified bidding parties.

  • Demonstrated ability to develop and nurture strong strategic supplier relationships that benefit the purchaser and the supplier.

  • Intermediate skill level with Excel Spreadsheets, Word and PowerPoint.

  • University degree or equivalent work experience that provides knowledge and exposure to fundamental supply chain theories, principles and concepts.

At Sodexo, we believe every employee should have the resources to be their best. As part of our overall rewards, we offer benefits programs designed to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle including health, dental and vision insurance. We also offer other benefits like paid time off, financial and savings programs, 401k, and access to our employee assistance program and other discounts.

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Working for Sodexo:

How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities.

What We Offer

Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Basic Management Experience - 5 years

Basic Functional Experience - 3 years

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

Location US-MD-GAITHERSBURG | US-FL-Orlando | US-NC-Charlotte | US-CA-Huntington Beach | US-TX-Austin | US-NE-Lincoln

System ID 970611

Category Purchasing & Distribution

Relocation Type No

Employment Status Full-Time

Posted Range $78200 to $118030

Company : Segment Desc CORPORATE STAFF

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