Commercial Global Sourcing Manager - IT

Commercial Global Category Leader It

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that's why we're inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other's growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles : Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

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Job Purpose / Overview

The Commercial Global Category Leader IT will develop, optimize and implement strategic sourcing plans and national agreements based upon variable market conditions and demand for Science and Diagnostics, Inc.

This is a hybrid role based out of one of our offices in New York, New York, Fountain Valley, California, or Loveland, Colorado.

Loveland, Colorado : The target pay range for this position is $97,000 - $121,300 annually. Fountain Valley, California : The target pay range for this position is $101,430 - $126,845 annually. New York City : The target pay range for this position is $105,840 - $132,360 annually. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

Dimension

Spend : $100M Key stakeholders : P&O, Finance, executive leadership teams, R&D, and others as required Region : Global Categories include, but are not limited to : IT services, hardware, software, peripherals and others as directed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Strategy Creation and Development

• Define the global category strategy using Mars Strategic Sourcing Management (MSSM) process
• Deploy in collaboration with the regional sourcing managers
• Measure the global deployment efficiency
• Ensure global business continuity
• Accountable for sustainable and responsible sourcing in his / her category

Supplier Performance Relationship Management

Stakeholder's Management

Budget Management

Knowledge Management

Support Innovation

Lead / Support local and regional buying strategies

Lead the procure to pay process with a focus on efficiency and process improvements.

Lead bid activities, obtain competitive bids and identify negotiation opportunities with a focus on Total Cost of Ownership principles (savings and risk management).

Act as a contact for local and regional suppliers and develop / maintain supplier relationships.

Proactively support efficiencies and synergies with cross-segment peers in similar roles.

Ensure effective risk management of the supply base through robust contracts and monitoring.

Ensure compliance with proper procedures, policies, systems and controls.

Lead / Support global or regional projects as required.

Manage projects as needed to drive value to the business.

Accountable for operations and business results.

Responsible for savings reporting and reporting on value delivered to the business.

Negotiate and execute contracts that mitigate risk for the business.

Act as point of contact for contract-related issues.

Influence clients to align with regional and global buying strategies.

Complete market analysis and industry benchmarking as needed.

Implement, align, train and develop diverse suppliers.

Ensure value for money and operate within project budgets.

Utilize the Mars Strategic Sourcing Methodology MSSM.

Education and Experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.

Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page.