At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive strategic supplier partnerships and sourcing initiatives for measurable value.
- Company: Join a dynamic joint venture between Walmart and McKesson.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a chance to lead impactful projects.
- Other info: Mentor team members and collaborate across diverse teams for seamless execution.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in supplier relations and elevate industry standards.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
ClarusONE Sourcing Services, LLP is a joint venture between Walmart and McKesson, delivering strategic generic pharmaceutical services. The Supplier Relations and Sourcing Lead plays a critical role within the Sourcing and Commercial Operations team, driving strategic supplier partnerships and sourcing initiatives that deliver measurable value.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify opportunities and risks through data‑driven insights, leading the development and execution of strategies that create value and reduce exposure.
- Develop and implement supplier strategies, driving forward planning and goal alignment with key partners.
- Deliver financial impact through complex negotiations, leveraging market intelligence and balancing value creation with risk management.
- Cultivate and manage high‑impact supplier relationships, including leading Business Review Meetings.
- Collaborate across teams and with multiple stakeholders to enhance sourcing processes, elevating ClarusONE to best‑in‑class standards and ensuring timely, effective delivery.
- Mentor and coach team members, fostering a culture of initiative, innovation, and accountability.
- Represent ClarusONE at industry events, positioning the organization as a thought leader in supplier relations and sourcing.
- Maintain a strong connection to market and industry dynamics and collaborate cross‑functionally with teams across ClarusONE – including Sourcing Execution, Finance, Member Engagement, Analytics, and Technology, ensuring seamless execution of supplier‑related initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Supply Chain, Science, Engineering or a related field; MBA preferred.
- Minimum of 7+ years of relevant experience; 5+ years’ experience in retail, sourcing, consulting, pharmaceuticals, or FMCG.
- Proven experience in supplier/category/contract management and financial analysis.
- Familiarity with generic Rx, OTC pharmaceuticals, and consumer healthcare products preferred.
- Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in synthesizing complex data into actionable insights.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Comfortable working across cultures and time zones.
- Formal training in negotiations and/or demonstrated experience.
We think you need these skills to ace Lead, Sourcing & Supplier Relations
Data Analysis
Supplier Management
Negotiation Skills
Financial Analysis
Project Management
Communication Skills
Organisational Skills
