Indirect Strategic Sourcing Manager – Transportation

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November 18

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Office Depot

Office Depot, LLC, an operating company of The ODP Corporation, is a leading specialty retailer providing innovative products and services delivered through a fully integrated omnichannel platform of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores and an award-winning online presence, OfficeDepot.com, to support the productivity and organization of its small business, home office and education clients. Office Depot is committed to enabling its clients’ success, strengthening local communities and providing equal opportunities for all. For more information, visit officedepot.com, download the Office Depot app on your iPhone or Android and follow @officedepot on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok.

10,000+ employees

💰 $350M Post-IPO Equity on 2009-06

📋 Description

• Support relative to the design, implement and execute the organization’s strategic sourcing initiatives, including supply market analysis, management of requests for proposal, and supplier negotiations • Support Contract administration process including contract workspace creation, drafting and maintaining document control practices between all stakeholders, including ODP Legal • Network across VEYER to build strong relationships with stakeholders and develop sourcing strategies which support their business • Know your category and market. Be a resource to stakeholders to make better decisions • Manage relationships with key suppliers ensuring they meet quality and service requirements while maintaining competitive prices • Manage supplier selection processes using market analysis, concise request for proposals (RFPs), eAuctions and a data driven approach

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) in business administration or related field required • Minimum 3 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing and/or Procurement • Experience in Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain industries preferred • CPSM (Certified Professional Supply Chain Manager) preferred • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with constant deadlines and deliverables • Ability to manage multiple projects at one time • Capable of working with and managing cross functional teams to ensure all project deliverables and timelines are met • Ability to work within a matrixed environment • Professional level spoken and written English and demonstrated ability to read and understand legal documents in English • Computer literacy and a basic understanding and knowledge of computer based analytical and communication tools (Excel & PowerPoint) • Experience in supplier sourcing and eAuctions • Contract Management Tools (Ariba, Oracle Contracts) • Spend Analytics • Quick learner with interest in understanding and applying supplier best practices • Strong influencing skills and change management experience with the ability to successfully manage complexity and multiple priorities • Excellent organization, communication and presentation skills • Problem-solving and decision-making techniques and a strong understanding of contracting and negotiating • Innovative, self-­motivated and ability to work with minimal supervision along with strong leadership, management, and interpersonal skills

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salaries • 401(k) and more • Plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization

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