Strategic Sourcing and Contracting Specialist managing end - to - end procurement for IT solutions at Tapestry. Collaborating with stakeholders on sourcing strategy, RFP authoring, and supplier negotiations.
About the role
- Strategic Sourcing Manager leading sourcing events and supplier negotiations at Dexcom. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage supplier performance and ensure governance compliance.
Responsibilities
- Lead competitive sourcing events, including RFPs, RFQs, and negotiations, evaluating supplier proposals and presenting clear, data‑driven recommendations to leadership.
- Develop and negotiate short‑term and long‑term supplier agreements in close partnership with business, Legal, and Finance stakeholders.
- Support assigned Professional Services categories by delivering tactical and project‑level sourcing execution aligned to global strategies.
- Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, and contract structures to deliver cost savings, reduce risk, and improve supplier performance.
- Build and manage preferred supplier relationships and value‑driven partnerships within assigned categories.
- Collaborate closely with cross‑functional partners across Finance, Legal, IT, and Operations to understand requirements, ensure governance compliance, and drive alignment.
- Monitor market trends, supplier dynamics, and industry benchmarks to inform sourcing strategies and decision making.
- Develop and manage comprehensive Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
Requirements
- Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8-12 years of related experience.
- You bring deep experience in strategic sourcing or indirect procurement, with a strong track record of delivering measurable value.
- You are a confident negotiator with a strong command of contract language, commercial terms, and procurement methodologies.
- You have strong analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to turn data into actionable recommendations.
- Your proficiency includes advanced use of Excel and PowerPoint, as well as procurement systems such as Coupa, Aravo, and Oracle.
- You value continuous improvement and actively look for ways to improve sourcing processes, tools, and outcomes.
- Nice to have: You have experience with e‑procurement platforms such as Coupa, Ariba, or SAP.
- You bring exposure to Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement frameworks.
- You understand supplier diversity and sustainability practices and how to incorporate them into sourcing strategies.
Benefits
- A full and comprehensive benefits program.
- Growth opportunities on a global scale.
- Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
- An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.
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