Supply Chain / Procurement / Buyer / Purchaser

Overview:At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.What We're Looking For:Candidate possesses deep category expertise, a demonstrated project management efficiency and effectiveness for complex regional to global projects, exhibits leadership qualities and characteristics, and being an agent of change for the Procurement organization. More specifically, the Specialist Advisor applies their multilayered and deep category experience by working closely with the business stakeholders to identify, define and execute key projects that support defined business goals and objectives over a 12-36-month horizon. The Specialist Advisor will handle a limited number of complex regional to global projects, support the entire source to contract process, including facilitating supplier management reviews.Recognized as a company expert within their field.Ability to simultaneously manage 4-7 complex projects, leading all deliverables, analytics, negotiations and project management details. These projects will span from a regional to global scope and will support business functions goals and/or the company’s strategic priorities. Additionally, these projects will impact single to multiple functions and involve small to medium sized project teams representing one to multiple business areasManage full sourcing process for complex projects- inclusive of supply market analysis, leverage spend, establishing business requirements, driving requirements, negotiating SOWs, contract terms, executing and monitoring complex contracts, conducting and monitoring supplier business reviews.Independently collaborate with key stakeholders to develop annual category management plan that incorporates the stakeholder’s strategy, goals, challenges, constraints and objectives with a 1 to 3- year time horizon - key outputs included but not limited to spend breakdown, strategic sourcing pipeline, process improvements, supplier rationalizations, targeted supplier business reviews, sourcing levers, etc.Ability to maintain accountability, delivering against timelines, building relationships and becoming a trusted advisor with business stakeholders, executive management and suppliers.Perform total cost of ownership evaluations, perform supply-market research and conduct pricing audits, and impact analysis for the pursuit of continuous cost improvements.Work collaboratively with suppliers and stakeholders to identify and execute continuous cost improvement programs and resolve complex strategic supplier performance issues to ensure business satisfaction.Contribute to measuring success, including savings, innovation related to process improvements, improved delivery and simplified processesMaintain a high level of product and industry awareness to keep current on best practices, new suppliers, market trends, etc.Bachelor's degree required with a preference for Accounting/Finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related; MBA, CPSM is a plusPreferred Work Experience: 8+ years as a sourcing and procurement professional with semiconductor industry experienceKey Skills and CompetenciesStrategic SourcingStakeholder ManagementProject ManagementSpend AnalyticsSupplier ManagementContract ComplianceStrategic Collaboration ManagementExecutive PresentationLeadershipProject ManagementEqual Opportunity Employer:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at workplace.Know Your Rights: sus Derechos: will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 12% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive - including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.Benefits:We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.Job Posting Statement:To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @zebra.com email accounts. 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