Supply Chain - Strategic Sourcing Specialist - 40hrs
Connecticut Children's · East Hartford, Connecticut, US
The Strategic Sourcing Specialist serves as a category manager responsible for leading sourcing strategies across assigned high-spend and high-impact portfol...
Job description
The Strategic Sourcing Specialist serves as a category manager responsible for leading sourcing strategies across assigned high-spend and high-impact portfolios. This role drives financial and operational value through strategic sourcing, contract optimization, supplier performance management, and data-driven decision-making. The position partners closely with clinical, operational, finance, and executive stakeholders to develop and execute category strategies that support organizational priorities, including cost containment, standardization, quality outcomes, and supply chain resilience. The Strategic Sourcing Specialist leverages advanced analytics, market intelligence, and supplier engagement to deliver sustainable value and long-term performance improvement. Category Management & Strategic Sourcing-50%: - Manage assigned sourcing categories and supplier portfolios, prioritizing high-spend, high-risk, and mission-critical areas. - Develop and execute category strategies aligned with organizational financial, clinical, and operational goals. - Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives, including RFPs, RFQs, supplier evaluations, and negotiations. - Identify and implement opportunitie...