Sourcing Manager - Global Indirect Procurement

About the job

As part of Global Supply Chain Management, Global Indirect Procurement oversees indirect spend by developing and executing category strategies and sourcing projects while driving automation. Under consideration of innovation, cost, quality and availability, we strive to develop procurement into a competitive advantage for METTLER TOLEDO. This role requires a versatile, independent, results-driven professional with strong execution capabilities dedicated to delivering value through effective sourcing project management. Responsibilities include strategic thinking and sourcing initiative management primarily for Capital Expenditures [CapEx] and Energy purchases within Europe to optimize spend, mitigate risks and achieve cost savings. To strengthen our team in our global operational headquarters in Greifensee-Nänikon, we are looking for an experienced professional asSourcing Manager - Global Indirect Procurement 100% (all genders)In this role, your responsibilities include:Analyze spend to identify cost-saving and spend optimization opportunitiesBuild strong relationships with key stakeholders to gather requirements, challenge demand patterns, and clarify specificationsDevelop and implement sourcing strategies for indirect goods and services within the defined category scope; lead regional sourcing projects, competitive tenders, RFX processes, negotiations, and approvals to maximize value and mitigate risk in a decentralized environmentReview, analyze, and negotiate contracts to ensure competitive commercial terms aligned with business objectives, while identifying and escalating legal, financial, and operational risks as neededManage key supplier relationships to drive continuous improvement and shift spend toward strategic suppliersSupport procurement digitalization initiatives that reduce administrative workload, including electronic bidding systemsProvide strategic and tactical procurement support to business stakeholders in line with procurement policies and processesIdentify process improvements and operational efficiencies to increase value and improve outcomesSupport the implementation and continuous improvement of category strategies, tools, systems, and processes at regional and global levelsReport procurement performance through centralized reporting tools