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Sourcing Manager, Diagnostics Direct Procurement
Ref No.: 25-263682
Location: Tucson, Arizona
Start Date / End Date: 10/13/2025 to 10/12/2026
Job Title: Sourcing Manager, Diagnostics Direct Procurement
Job Location: Tucson, AZ
Job Duration: 12 Months

Summary of Position:
  • Responsible for executing Direct Procurement Operations activities for client, ensuring alignment with Category Management strategies. Focuses on supplier management, escalations, master data management, cost savings, and continuous improvement.
Requirements: 
  • University degree, with a business-related degree, preferably a post-graduate business qualification PLUS 3+ years of procurement experience with experience in basic contracting, business enterprise systems, and spot buying.
  • Experience or demonstrated understanding in supporting cost reduction and value improvement programs.
  • Experience in operational excellence or continuous improvement methodologies as well as experience in Life Sciences are a plus.
  • Experience with enterprise systems and procure-to-pay tools and eSourcing tools is desired.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
  • Understands and frequently uses quantitative and / or qualitative data to drive decisions. Identifies risks to support statements or hypotheses
  • Works independently to develop and implement a negotiation plan / strategy. May need assistance in leading complex or challenging negotiations
  • Good communication skills and demonstrated understanding of translating business requirements into procurement specifications with customer service in mind.
  • Tailors messages and communications appropriately with limited supervision to ensure understanding
  • Contributes to meetings and team presentations/briefings and asks appropriate questions to gather information
  • Basic level of proficiency in business enterprise tools and understanding of the end-to-end procurement process