Unit DescriptionDo you thrive in a fast-paced environment where change is the only constant?Sodexo is currently seeking several Managers, Supply Management (Services, Equipment & Supplies) (remote) for our North American headquarters. These roles are responsible for the management of purchasing contracts, in one of the following; service agreements, facilities management or supplies/ equipment.Sodexo's Supply Management team supports Sodexo operating divisions' procurement activity with a team that is primarily located in Gaithersburg, MD, at Sodexo North American headquarters. Through the procurement of goods and services, Sodexo's Supply Management vision is to improve the quality of daily life for our customers and our business partners by providing best in class supply chain managementThe ideal candidates should possess a supply management background, negotiation skills along with the ability to understand financial statements, data-based information systems, the ability to participate in an RFP process, to communicate within all levels of the organization and an understanding of logistics.Key responsibilities include:* Budgeting and forecasting of category supply chain revenue, analysis of spend to identify opportunities within non-contracted areas and ensuring a strategic sourcing process is followed.* Participate in Request for Information (RFI) and Request for Pricing (RFP) events, including preparation of bids, evaluation of bid proposals, and pricing negotiations.* Manage Supplier Agreements that deliver value to market segments, including best price, service, quality and conditions, while also aligning to the organizational goals.* Develop strategies to improve compliance and mitigate risk for business partners* Manage supplier relationships through quarterly Business Reviews to ensure compliance with supply agreement terms and conditions and to strategize on new opportunities that deliver value to the organization.* Promote procurement programs that support Sodexo's corporate initiatives including Supplier Diversity and "Better Tomorrow" sustainability goals.* Supports operational market segments with cost reduction strategies; implementation of supply chain programs and resolution of program challenges.Requirements:* Experience with services and supplies procurement contracts. Facility management contracting experience highly desired.* Expert skill level with Excel Spreadsheets, Word and PowerPoint.* Demonstrated negotiation skills in service and supply related contracts* Understanding of contract terms, including but not limited to Insurance and Indemnification, termination clauses, audit provisions, and federal laws* Working knowledge of RFI and RFP processes, and scope of work generation to ensure an accurate bid response from qualified bidding parties.* Demonstrated ability to develop and nurture strong supplier relationships that benefit the purchaser and the supplier.* University degree or equivalent work experience that provides knowledge and exposure to fundamental supply chain theories, principles and concepts.Learn more about Sodexo's Benefits Not the job for you? At Sodexo, we offer Purchasing positions that support a variety of business segments, including Corporate, Schools, Universities, Government and Agencies, Healthcare, Senior Living and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States. See Continue your search for Purchasing jobs.Working for Sodexo:How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities.Position SummaryResponsible for the execution of category strategies whilst maintaining compliance to company policy and standards and mitigating all risk. Engages the different stakeholders within the country to collaboratively develope categories through implementation of vendor contracts. Contributes to the developing the category strategies. Under guidence from the category director, play a key role in the negotiation and management of national contracts for specific product lines. Identifies opportunities for reducing the total cost of product to the segments. Seeks direction from Category Directors, Segments, on purchasing strategies to be employed . Manages contracts with multiple manufacturers as delegated. Under general supervision, manages the entire process to solicit and analyze competitive proposals or bids, including Request for Proposal (RFP) process, financial analysis, solicitation of input from the segments, engagement of the program activation team for the award and communication throughout the organization.Qualifications & RequirementsBasic Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experienceBasic Management Experience - 3 yearsBasic Functional Experience - 3 yearsSodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.