As part of the North American 3PM (3rd Party Manufacturing) Procurement team, the primary purpose of the Senior Sourcing Manager is to manage Contract Manufacturing supply base across NA BUs (Plant Based, Yogurt, Beverage, Innovation). This mandate will be accomplished through new suppliers scouting, leveraging current supplier base, implementing sourcing strategies, supplier and contract management, project management, supplier evaluation, budget & productivity management, and supporting Danone’s Impact Journey objectives. This position requires proven sourcing experience & related skills as well as effective cross functional project leadership, negotiation, collaborative, analytical and communication skills. Experience in Contract Manufacturing and/or Direct Material sourcing will be a important asset. Must be able to work a Hybrid schedule. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a related field Minimum of 3-6 years experience in Strategic procurement, Contract Manufacturing, Operations Management or similar role Experience in the food-processing industry, especially perishable products is an asset Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional, multi-cultural, matrix environment People management: the individual must demonstrate current capabilities in people leadership, as well as demonstrated cross-functional / peer to peer leadership through coaching and stewardship; Proactive: anticipates issues/opportunities & can work through multiple simultaneous projects Rigorous data analysis capability and financial acumen Ability to develop and implement sustainable initiatives, and lead change by engaging people Language: English mandatory; French an asset salary: $48.01 - $53 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5 PMeducation: BachelorsResponsibilities Sourcing strategies development through market studies to identify best practices, identify gaps, risks and opportunities as well as to identify new suppliers and develop a supplier base; Conduct supply market analysis and drivers for spend categories to track market, evaluate cost proposals, and ensure 3PM business is aligned with market; Support growth through identification and implementation of adapted partnership with retained suppliers; Participate in Make or Buy process for new initiatives to support sourcing decisions Execute best practice strategic sourcing practices that support the BUs Strategic Plan Work collaboratively with colleagues in terms of pricing, quality and supply chain aspects. Implement Supplier Relationship Management to improve supplier’s performance, establish best quality, collaboration, innovation and cost SkillsProcurementSourcingSupply ChainStrategic ProcurementSupplier ManagementQualificationsYears of experience: 3 yearsExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.