Strategic Sourcing Director

Covetrus

About The Position

The Strategic Sourcing Director is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that drive profitability, optimize supplier relationships, and align with organizational goals. The Director cultivates strong partnerships with suppliers, negotiates contracts and rebates, and ensures seamless supply chain operations. As a strategic leader, this position oversees supplier performance, resolves escalations, and leverages data-driven insights to identify opportunities for growth and operational efficiency, while managing and mentoring a high-performing team to achieve business objectives. Covetrus is a global animal-health technology and services company dedicated to empowering veterinary practice partners to drive improved health and financial outcomes. We are bringing together products, services, and technology into a single platform that connects our customers to the solutions and insights they need to work best. Our passion for the well-being of animals and those who care for them drives us to advance in the world of veterinary medicine. Covetrus has more than 5,000 employees, serving over 100,000 customers around the globe. Covetrus is built on the following values; Never Settle, Share the Customer Goal, Give Power, Be Passionate and Do Good. If you share these values, we would be interested in hearing from you.

Requirements

8+ years professional experience in category management, strategic sourcing, procurement or supply chain
Strong negotiating skills
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills (multiple complex analyses simultaneously)
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Passion for creating value
Strong communication skills, not intimidated in presenting to executives on quarterly basis the Category Results, Savings etc.
Demonstrates accountability and gets the job done; accomplishes goals; dedicated to delivering quality work on time
Proven experience with Excel and working with databases
Demonstrated experience delivering actionable insight
Have a passion for sourcing, interpreting, and visualizing data
Communicates appropriately and effectively; listens attentively; utilizes appropriate mode of communication (written or verbal); stays open to others’ viewpoints; shares information and ideas; communicates with respect
Independently identify and set priorities in rapidly changing and ambiguous environment
Learn new technologies, processes, and tools
Ability to work with large data sets
Experience in business, manufacturer, and customer analytics
Experience conveying key insights from complex analysis in summarized business terms
Strong analytical and quantitative skills including the ability to use market and data research

Responsibilities

Oversee the full contract lifecycle; from drafting and negotiation through execution, governance, and record-keeping, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and alignment with partner objectives. Track KPIs, conduct audits, and proactively manage renewals and amendments to optimize value and reduce risk. Resolve disputes and discrepancies efficiently in collaboration with Legal and cross-functional stakeholders. Regularly assess contract performance to ensure obligations are met and risks are mitigated.
Cultivate strong partnerships by building trust and rapport with stakeholders at all levels, understanding their goals and challenges to tailor solutions. Provide proactive support through regular touchpoints, addressing urgent needs and resolving issues efficiently. Collaborate strategically by offering market insights, tracking initiative effectiveness, and driving mutual growth through continuous improvement and constructive feedback.
Develop and execute the overarching sourcing strategy, aligning it with organizational goals and category management priorities to maximize profitability and operational efficiency. Coordinate with internal teams to gather specifications, pricing, and marketing collateral, ensuring seamless product setup in inventory systems and on digital platforms.
Mentor team members by assigning work, monitoring performance, providing constructive feedback, and fostering talent development opportunities to maximize individual and team effectiveness. Inspire and drive a culture of collaboration and innovation within the team, ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic objectives and fostering a shared commitment to success.
Partner with Category Management to analyze market trends, develop category-specific strategies, and provide data-driven insights to support assortment planning, pricing, and promotional execution. Regularly analyze sales, distribution, and rebate data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, preparing detailed reports for internal stakeholders. Provide actionable insights cross-functionally to support assortment planning, pricing strategies, and promotional planning.
Collaborate with procurement and inventory teams to optimize supply chain management, monitor inventory levels, and align forecasting with market demand. Address issues related to stock availability, order discrepancies, and delayed shipments. Serve as the primary point of contact for supplier-related issues, escalating critical matters and ensuring timely resolution.
Monitor rebate structures, track performance metrics, and ensure alignment with partners on rebate goals. Provide accurate reporting to internal stakeholders and troubleshoot rebate discrepancies.
Collaborate with the sales team to ensure they are well-informed about new and existing products by providing partner-supplied resources and facilitating regular check-ins to address their needs and challenges. Work with the marketing team to develop and execute enterprise-wide media packages that enhance product visibility across digital and traditional channels. Coordinate co-branded content, such as ads and educational campaigns, while ensuring alignment with business objectives and partner strategies. Monitor performance and provide feedback for continuous improvement.
Oversee the end-to-end launch process by coordinating with internal teams to gather product details, communicate timelines to distribution partners, and ensure accurate setup in inventory systems. Track launch progress, address logistical challenges, and conduct post-launch analysis to assess performance and identify opportunities for improvement.