Strategic Sourcing Solutions Architect

Summary

Join Telix Pharmaceuticals as their Strategic Sourcing Manager and lead global sourcing initiatives, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives while driving cost savings and supplier innovation. Develop and execute a global sourcing framework, overseeing the end-to-end sourcing process from vendor selection to performance analytics. Build a foundation of sourcing excellence, delivering measurable savings and positioning procurement as a strategic business partner. This role requires implementing e-procurement systems, developing insightful reports, and fostering collaborative relationships across departments. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 7+ years of procurement experience (3+ in strategic sourcing), and proven expertise in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management in a global environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field required
• 7+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a strategic sourcing role
• Proven experience in building and developing procurement functions, particularly within a rapidly growing organization
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management in a global environment
• Experience working in complex, global matrix organizations, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders across different regions and business functions
• Strong track record in cost optimization, achieving cost savings targets, and risk management in procurement activities
• Familiarity with procurement software and systems (e.g., SAP, Coupa) and data analytics tools to drive decision-making
• Experience managing direct and indirect categories, with a strong understanding of industry best practices and market trends
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop comprehensive sourcing strategies that align with business objectives and market conditions
• Analytical Skills: Ability to assess and interpret complex procurement data to develop actionable insights that drive business decisions
• Negotiation & Communication: Strong skills in managing supplier relationships and driving favorable outcomes
• Business Acumen: Understanding of business operations and how strategic sourcing contributes to organizational success
• Project Management: Ability to handle multiple initiatives, meet deadlines, and manage sourcing initiatives effectively
• Global Stakeholder Management: Skilled in navigating relationships in a global matrix organization and influencing cross-functional teams
• Adaptability and Flexibility: Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adjust to shifting priorities
• Independence & Results-Driven: Proactive, results-oriented, with the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Emotional Intelligence: Excellent interpersonal skills for collaborating with diverse teams and suppliers
• Detail-Oriented: Focus on continuous improvement and driving efficiencies in procurement processes and systems
• Inclusive Mindset: Foster an inclusive environment, valuing diversity and ensuring everyone feels respected
• Creativity & Innovation: Think outside the box and develop unique solutions to challenges
• Commitment to Excellence: Consistently strive for excellence in all tasks and responsibilities
• Results-Oriented: Focus on achieving goals with measurable outcomes and performance
• Ethical Behavior: Uphold integrity and ethical conduct in all interactions with colleagues and stakeholders
• Adaptability: Thrive in dynamic environments, adjusting to changing priorities and embracing new challenges
• Strong Communication: Communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels
• Collaboration: Work well within teams, sharing expertise to achieve collective goals
• Resilience: Bounce back from setbacks, persevering through challenges with a positive attitude
• Continuous Learning: Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing personal and professional development

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies that align with business goals and maximize value
• Conduct market research and spend analysis to identify suppliers, trends, opportunities, and risks in the supply market
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and competitive bidding events for key suppliers across all categories (IT, raw materials, services, direct, indirect, etc.) from opportunity identification through contract implementation
• Design, develop, and execute global RFx processes (RFI, RFP, RFQ) to drive high-quality, cost-effective decision making and ensure optimal supplier selection and commercial terms
• Conduct market research and competitive analyses to identify optimal sourcing approaches and supplier partners
• Negotiate contracts and agreements to achieve optimal terms and conditions
• Lead end-to-end implementation of e-procurement systems (e.g., Coupa Sourcing, and Analytics modules)
• Support user adoption through training, documentation, and responsive troubleshooting
• Identify sourcing and procurement process improvements that enhance efficiency and data quality
• Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements and architect system configurations that align with business objectives
• Advise and deploy SaaS and Cloud Contract solutions
• Develop and maintain procurement dashboards and reports that provide meaningful insights into spending, cost savings, supplier performance, and procurement activities
• Analyze procurement data to identify trends, savings opportunities, and potential risks
• Deliver a categorized supplier master list with ownership and routing clarity
• Continuously monitor market conditions, regulatory and geopolitical risk, and industry trends to inform strategic procurement decisions
• Create reporting that translates procurement data into strategic business insights with clear recommendations
• Foster collaborative relationships across departments to ensure adherence to the sourcing process
• Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements and architect sourcing solutions that align with business objectives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, refine, and implement procurement processes, policies, and systems that align with organizational goals, while embedding robust governance and compliance controls to ensure integrity in supplier relationships
• Engage in continuous learning to expand technical skills and procurement knowledge, sharing insights with the broader team

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s preferred
• Relevant professional certifications (CPSM, CSCP, PMP, GxP, Regulatory Affairs Certifications) preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Annual performance-based bonuses
• An equity-based incentive program
• Generous vacation
• Paid wellness days
• Support for learning and development