Specialist, Source to Contract Americas

Job Summary

The Specialist, Source-to-Contract, will ensure that the Regional Service Delivery Procurement Source-to-Contract organization delivers results in support of the Global Services, OneProcurement and Johnson & Johnson business strategy and objectives. The role works directly with the business, category procurement teams, and the broader function. Additionally, you contribute to and/or own the operational execution of prioritized category strategy implementations, sourcing and contracting cases, and other critical functional activities. This role performs duties related to the implementation and execution of the organization's strategic sourcing plan, from assisting with contract negotiation, contract authoring and contract management activities through executing cost reduction strategies.

Location: Taguig, National Capital Region (Manila), Philippines.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct day-to-day operations of the Source-to-Contract function, including sourcing event management, price and other contract terms negotiation, contract drafting and execution, and stakeholder management activities. Deliver against defined Service Levels.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, legal and company policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with multiple departments in the development and execution of strategies and plans that improve the organization’s profitability and competitive position, utilizing market intelligence and risk assessments.
• Drive continuous improvements in user experience, effectiveness, and efficiency in assigned areas of responsibility.
• Support development and implementation of automation and AI (Artificial Intelligence) initiatives within assigned areas of responsibility; act as product owner for S2C tools and AI features; gather requirements, prioritize, test, and roll out enhancements.
• Build relationships with internal customers and external suppliers, understand their business objectives, and provide support in addressing their needs.
• Mentor and collaborate amongst a team of Source-to-Contract specialists.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent university degree is required.

Experience and Skills: 3-5 years of Source to Contract, Procurement, Legal, or other relevant business experience; contract negotiation experience.

Collaboration, Communication & Influencing Skills: Constructive player in various internal and external teams; strong communication skills to influence objectives and develop collaborative relationships.

Adaptability & Openness to Change: Learning agility and ability to identify opportunities for continuous process and technology improvement; continuous improvement and automation mindset.

Languages: Fluency in English (written and oral) is required. Fluency in one other language (written and oral) for the supported region(s) is preferred (knowledge of Spanish).

Preferred Knowledge: Good understanding of Sourcing and Contracting processes and Source-to-settle operations; shared services industry experience; proficiency in business behavior, data analysis, process management, category management strategy, risk management, contract management, critical thinking, innovation, negotiation, project management, and vendor collaboration.