Dexcom Jobs – Staff Strategic Sourcing Manager

Job Description:

The Sr. Category Manager / Strategic Sourcing Manager – Logistics & Distribution (L&D) is responsible for developing and executing world class category strategies in alignment with the key stakeholders’ business needs for the assigned Indirect categories to drive business growth while keeping a focus on Dexcom’s mission

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage the entire Procurement lifecycle to see a stakeholder requirement defined, sourced, competitively priced, shepherded through review processes to an executed contract, and established purchase order
• Maximize value while mitigating risk on Dexcom business using quantitative and qualitative methods
• Foster strong cross-functional relationships as a business partner – ensure the needs of the business are understood and supported
• Establish long term strategies for cost improvement among Strategic Sourcing categories, in collaboration with multi-functional stakeholders
• Research, synthesize and articulate longer-term market and technology trends related to the category
• Accountable for achieving annual savings & avoidance targets, and independently verified with internal finance partners

Job Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of industry contract terms & practices
• Demonstrated global experience in all key L&D related categories; Sea, Air and Road Transportation, Small parcel, LTL, FTL, 3PL, Warehouse
• storage and automation, WMS and TMS.
• Experience leading sourcing events (RFI’s, RFP’s, etc.)
• Advanced negotiation and networking skills
• Proven track record of working experience as a buyer or strategic sourcing professional with in-depth knowledge of strategic sourcing concepts
• & best practices to support a variety of categories
• Experience in leading and managing people

Qualification & Experience:

• Practical knowledge of eProcurement systems functionality and capabilities
• Knowledge and understanding of Six Sigma and Lean principles preferred.
• Keys to success in this role include sound judgment, excellent written/verbal communication skills, and ability to extract insights from data

Job Details:

Company:  Dexcom

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location:  San Diego, CA, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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