Tactical Sourcing (Alajuela, Costa Rica) at Smith Nephew

San José, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Tactical Sourcing, Indirect Procurement, Negotiation, Supplier Management, Market Analysis, Category Strategies, Stakeholder Engagement, Cost Reduction, Risk Management, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Team Collaboration, Procurement Tools, Spend Analysis, Supplier Performance, Compliance

Industry

Medical Equipment Manufacturing

Description

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. Are you interested in making a global impact? In this role, you will serve as the Tactical Sourcing for the Indirect Procurement team. This role will support global procurement category teams in developing and implementing category strategies and delivering sourcing projects, contracts, and supplier initiatives with the respective global categories. What will you be doing? Accountable for the delivery of stakeholder requirements for Indirect categories like Facilities, Marketing, IT, Learning and Development, etc. Responsible for the collection of quotes, negotiation, and finalization of suppliers. Use of various procurement tools and techniques for effective purchasing management Responsible for doing supply market analysis, developing category plans, spend analysis, etc. for various requirements. Accountable for ensuring timely delivery of goods and services by supplier. Maintain ongoing assessment of sourcing risks and proposed alternatives Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues and concerns Responsible for monitoring compliance and adherence to Smith+ Nephew Procurement policies and procedures. Responsible for ensuring internal issues within categories are addressed and resolved promptly. Contribute to implementing indirect sourcing strategies, rules, processes, and projects in relationship with relevant categories, including selecting qualified suppliers, conducting routine management, controlling costs, gaining business acceptance and implementation, etc. Consistently seek new areas of cost reduction, demand containment, specification optimization, and value enhancement across all aspects of the business. Ability to negotiate and sustain networking relationships Optimize sourcing procedures to attain maximum efficiency Drive improvements on delivery times, cost, and quality of materials from suppliers. Competencies, Key Challenges, Key performance indicators, Measures of success Business Engagement & Influence: Supports the alignment of the Category Strategies with key stakeholders and successful implementation of key Category initiatives (Cost, Risk, Quality) Value Delivery: Demonstrable achievement of the annual Category savings targets, increased spend under management (influence), support & delivery of the S+N innovation agenda Supplier Performance & Risk Management: Pro-active, Procurement Led supplier relationship management, critical Category risks identified, mitigated, and managed through dynamic plans What will you need to be successful? Education: Bachelor’s degree required as a minimum, in fields such as business administration, finance, or related. Experience: 4+ years of experience working in the procurement domain with (3+ years of experience in a sourcing and contracting environment) Fluent in English Able to operate effectively as a facilitator and team member in a team setting. Display strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. You. Unlimited We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve. Inclusion+belonging: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving, learn more about employee inclusion groups on our website Other reasons why you will love it here! Your future: stock purchase program, referral bonus, subsidy in transport and food, recognition program. Work/Life Balance: Extra days off, birthday off, voluntary hours. Your Wellbeing: company doctor, medical insurance, gym, health campaigns, employee assistance program, parental leave. Flexibility: Hybrid work model (for more professional roles), flexible schedules. Training: Training program, unlimited learning. Extra perks: employees association, and more… #LI-HYBRID Stay connected by joining our Talent Community. We're more than just a company - we're a community! Follow us on LinkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day. Check us out on Glassdoor for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into You. Unlimited., life, culture, and benefits at S+N. Explore our website and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer. Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential. From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Nephew a unique place. Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude we work together to win. We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited.

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Responsibilities

The Tactical Sourcing role is accountable for delivering stakeholder requirements for indirect categories and managing supplier relationships. Responsibilities include negotiating contracts, conducting market analysis, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies.