Strategic Sourcing Manager

• Manage supplier's performance to contractual requirements which meet AMD short and long term needs
• Implement contracts to minimize AMD risk and enable supplier accountability for non performance
• Lead Supplier Performance Management (SPM) with key suppliers and manage the quarterly scorecard to review service level on cost, technology, quality, service, and flexibility
• Develop category strategy which fully reflects requirements of the stakeholders
• Update on a regular basis to track progress against plan
• Understand industry trends through on-going market research and benchmarking
• Execute all activities associated with Procure-to-Pay such that orders are issued and invoiced in a timely manner
• Demonstrate efficient and effective use of AMD strategic sourcing and Procure-to-Pay processes
• Communicate effectively with key stakeholders on all levels.

• BS/BA degree plus 8 years of experience in a related technical or business field OR MBA plus 3 years of experience in a related technical or business field
• Excellent knowledge of purchasing
• Good knowledge of Supply Chain Management (SCM)
• Demonstrated effective advanced computer skills
• Effective communication & interpersonal skills
• Effective leadership skills
• Effective project management skills
• Consistently meets all aspects of Strategic Sourcing Manager role including cost analysis, negotiation and long term planning.

• Specific education or experience in SCM preferred
• Understanding of global/regional markets and cultures preferred
• ISM/APICS/C.P.M Certification preferred
• Green Belt certification preferred.

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