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    Manager, Strategic Sourcing - Los Angeles, United States - Sourcing Industry Group

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    Our values start with our people, join a team that values you


    We are the nation's largest off-price retailer with over 2,000 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth.

    Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings.

    All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience.

    As Part Of Our Team, You Will Experience

    Success. Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolving

    Career growth. We develop industry leading talent because Ross grows when our people grow

    Teamwork. We work together to solve the hard problems and find the right solution

    Our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and our community.

    We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger.

    We strive to be a positive force in our community.


    Our Corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, we have 3 buying offices in key markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and 7 distribution centers nationwide.

    With 2022 revenues of $18.7 billion, we are a Fortune 500 company who is committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams.


    Come see what's in store:


    General Purpose


    The IT Strategic Sourcing Manager will execute sourcing projects that accomplish the goals of both the organization and the IT business units they support, striving to optimize Total Cost of Ownership while creating efficiencies.


    This person will be responsible for leading IT strategic sourcing projects from start-to-finish, including process steps such as vendor research, category/market research, market index analysis, data analysis, baseline development, RFP development, competitive bid strategy/management, negotiations, offer analysis and scenario development.

    This role will also be involved in post-bid management, which includes activities such as spend analysis and vendor management. He / she will manage multiple projects at a time, as well as support ad-hoc IT sourcing inquiries.


    Strong sourcing strategy, project management, and communications are key in this role as this person will be interacting with many Ross employees, departments, locations and vendors to facilitate cross-functional IT Sourcing activities and support other company-wide initiatives.

    The base salary range for this role is $102,500 – $156,350.

    The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location.

    The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.

    Essential Functions

    Drive IT Sourcing Strategy and Process Execution

    Manage IT sourcing process with minimal support, start-to-finish, for simple to medium complexity projects (to include market research, sourcing strategy, RFX / event development, negotiations, management of communications, and stakeholder involvement, etc.)

    Develop category and negotiation strategies that drive savings or business transformation through thought leadership and industry expertise

    Build and maintain stakeholder relationships typically at the Director and VP level based on transparency and mutual benefit


    Partner with the IT organization for relationship management activities and contributes to business reviews and QBRs to maximize value from suppliers.

    Lead planning and ideation sessions and effectively influence stakeholders bringing new and innovative ideas

    Collaborate with IT portfolio owners to drive establishment and execution of Renewals and Maintenance Program strategy

    Conduct detailed market and IT vendor research to communicate these findings through meaningful research summaries

    Develop and manage IT sourcing project timelines and lead cross-functional working sessions and leadership meetings to drive key decisions.

    Analyze vendor bid responses (quantitatively and qualitatively) and round to round movement uncovering insights to influence sourcing strategy

    Facilitate the development of award scenarios and recommendations for stakeholder evaluation, consideration and decision-making

    Contract Development and Management

    Review contracts and spend to assess potential IT sourcing opportunities

    Meet with IT Contract Owners / IT Contracts Coordinator / Legal to follow-up on concerns relating to IT RFPs / sourcing projects

    Provide guidance on contract negotiations through collaborative approach with IT stakeholders

    Ad-Hoc Analysis and Project Support

    Assist in driving continuous process improvement initiatives, and adherence to policies and procedures

    Able to develop PowerPoint presentations for internal stakeholder communications / updates, also review other team members' deliverables

    Support additional duties as assigned

    Competencies

    People

    Building Effective Teams

    Developing Talent

    Collaboration

    Self

    Leading by Example

    Communicates Effectively

    Ensures Accountability and Execution

    Manages Conflict

    Business

    Business Acumen

    Plans, Aligns and Prioritizes

    Organizational Agility

    With Particular Emphasis On The Following Specific Position-related Competencies

    Influence

    Analysis and Judgment

    Drives Results

    Technical Competence

    Teamwork

    Qualifications And Special Skills Required

    BA/BS in Business, Economics, Finance/Accounting, Engineering, or Computer Science

    MBA/JD/MS/ME preferred

    Minimum of 5 years IT strategic sourcing experience. Multiple IT sourcing category experience required.

    Consulting experience preferred; experience in retail is a plus

    Cross-functional team leadership

    Project Management

    Vendor Management

    Contract writing and management experience preferred

    Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills

    Experience using e-sourcing tools for RFx processes, analysis, and/or optimization is a plus

    Experience in working with raw material / market indices

    Must have a data driven approach to solving problems

    Requires very strong quantitative skills and a good sense of how to dissect problems

    Must have very close attention to details and the drive to get things right with minimal supervision

    Ability to multi-task, prioritize, work independently and keep a high level of focus

    Must be able to listen, understand, and communicate with employees at all levels of the company

    Needs to be able to build effective working relationships within Ross

    Physical Requirements/Ada


    This role requires regular in-office presence, including attending in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration, client support, mentoring, coaching, and/or feedback.

    However, this role can perform duties effectively using a combination of in-office and remote work.

    Supervisory Responsibilities

    None


    DISCLAIMER
    This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management's discretion.

    Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience.

    We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce.

    Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.

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