STRATEGIC SOURCING MANAGER

IVI RMA Global is the world’s premier fertility and Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) group, present in Iberia, USA, Italy, UK, Nordics, and Czech Republic, with a footprint of more than 200 fertility clinics. With a global presence and a mission to push the boundaries of fertility treatment, IVIRMA combines cutting-edge research, innovative treatments, and compassionate care to help individuals and families achieve their dreams of parenthood. As we continue to expand our global footprint, optimizing our procurement and sourcing strategies is critical to delivering the highest-quality services and products to our patients. With this in mind, we are looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead our global procurement efforts and work closely with regional teams to drive value, efficiency, and innovation throughout our supply chain. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced procurement professional to join a dynamic organization at the forefront of reproductive medicine and to contribute to our ongoing success and growth on a global scale.Main responsibilities:Lead the development and implementation of global sourcing strategies, ensuring alignment with the company's procurement goals and overall business objectives.Take ownership of key negotiations with global suppliers, focusing on cost savings, quality improvements and risk management. Achieve optimal commercial agreements through strong data-driven negotiation skills.Develop and implement overall supply chain strategy and be expected to manage executive level relationships.Partner with regional procurement teams to ensure consistency, share best practices and drive procurement efficiency across all geographies. Provide strategic guidance and support to regional teams.Build and maintain strong relationships with key global suppliers, fostering collaboration and innovation. Ensure supplier performance aligns with the company’s standards and long-term business goals.Oversee the development, negotiation and management of supplier contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.Stay abreast of global market trends, supply chain risks and cost drivers. Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks and capitalize on market opportunities.Identify and execute opportunities for cost reduction through strategic sourcing, supply base optimization and procurement process improvements.Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, leveraging technology and best practices to improve efficiency, reduce cycle time and enhance supplier performance.Background and demonstrated experience of the ideal candidate:Hands-on and full of initiative.Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business Management required.6-8 years of experience in procurement, with a strong focus on strategic sourcing and global supplier management. Previous leadership roles in global procurement are essential. Strong negotiation and contract management skills, with proven experience leading complex and high-value negotiations.Deep understanding of global supply chain dynamics and market trends.Ability to toggle between strategic and detail orientated thinking and tenacious problem solving & issue resolution skills.Excellent communicator, capable of working in multinational environments, driven and motivated by accomplishing extraordinary objectives with excellent presentation and interpersonal skills.Must be a self-starter who is comfortable working independently, experience working well with and ability to influence cross functional teams.Action-orientated and highly motivated to bring company to the next level, willing to challenge status quo and push the teams’ ambitions.Strong knowledge of Spanish and English both written and spoken.Proficiency in procurement software and technology (e.g., ERP systems such as Navision, e-sourcing tools).Requirements:Position could be based either in Madrid or Valencia, depending on the ideal candidate.While much of the work can be done mostly on-site at the office, and at times remotely, travel may be required (Italy, UK, Nordics, USA).