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Job description

This role is part of the Merck Business Services (MBS) organization. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sourcing Manager to join our Logistics Sourcing team at Merck Business Services in Montevideo. As a Sourcing Manager, you will play a pivotal role in implementing the global sourcing strategy in the US and Canada. As Sourcing Manager – Logistics Americas, you will directly support the sourcing requirements of our sites across Logistics category in full coordination with the global Operations category teams. This position is responsible for leading sourcing initiatives with functional business partners. As a key link between internal stakeholder groups, Procurement, and external suppliers, the Sourcing Manager is accountable for understanding key business drivers and ensuring that stakeholder requirements are fulfilled. You will implement or develop sourcing strategies, standard operating procedures, sustainable cost improvement processes, and transparent cost reporting. You should be experienced in extensive cross-functional collaboration and use of strategic sourcing best practices to maximize value in terms of cost savings/avoidance, demand management, risk reduction, quality and performance, and supplier market innovation. The role holder conducts spend and market analyses, identifies opportunities, develops category strategies, leads cross-functional sourcing teams, negotiates contracts and manages key supplier relationships. The role holder is an energetic, flexible team player capable of forming strong relationships throughout the entire organization, in addition to successfully leveraging resources, processes and tools to achieve desired outcomes.

Main responsabilities

More than 10 years of global and intercultural professional experience in procurement for complex logistics projects and/or supply chain roles Strong logistics background in/for the US and Canada markets Master´s

Degree in business administration, engineering or equivalent Well-founded knowledge of logistics sourcing related topics & services (transport carriers, logistics business models 2PL, 3PL, 4PL, warehouse management etc.) 

Professional skills in MS Office esp. Excel with focus on big data management and complex evaluation models Experienced in Procurement tools (e.g. SAP Ariba)

Experience with in the RfX process and related tools

Fluent in English (with excellent communication skills written and verbally at least C1 preferably C2) 

Strong communication and change management skills with a high client focus Experience in managing difficult stakeholder landscapes Able to work both independently and as part of cross functional teams Proactive attitude and driven by results.

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday 09:00 to 18:00hs. | Hybrid.

This job posting includes the candidates registered in the National Registry of Persons with Disabilities, who meet the conditions and suitability for the position described in accordance with the provisions of Law Number 19.691