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Job Description :
- The Project Manager / Sr Associate, Supplier Performance Analytics & Digital Enablement plays a critical role in advancing R&D Supplier Management and Performance Analytics (SMPA). This role focuses on leveraging data, automation, and process innovation to optimize supplier management, enhance operational workflows, and support informed decision-making. Working in close partnership with cross-functional stakeholders, this manager will develop digital tools, track supplier performance metrics, and drive efficiency through AI and automation initiatives.
- This is a hands-on manager role : part technical innovator, part process optimizer, and part project coordinator — with a clear mandate to deliver measurable improvements in supplier oversight and business outcomes.
Strategic Impact :
Enable digital optimization in supplier management from onboarding through performance monitoring.Bring tangible business outcomes by applying AI and automation to improve process speed, accuracy, and decision-making.Lead initiatives to improve supplier relationship management, tracking, and reporting workflows.Success Metrics (What Good Looks Like) :
Reduction in manual supplier management tasks through automation.Improved accuracy and timeliness of supplier performance reporting.Adoption of new dashboards / visualization tools by stakeholders.Measurable efficiency gains in supplier oversight workflows.Expansion of SMPA digital support model to additional functions.Basic Qualifications :
Master degree ORBachelor degree and 2 years of experience ORAssociate degree and 6 years of experience ORHigh school diploma / GED and 8 years of experienceMust Have Skill Sets :
Core Competencies
Digital Mindset – Comfortable applying automation, AI, and analytics to optimize processes.Analytical Thinking – Ability to interpret complex data and identify actionable insights.Collaboration – Builds strong cross-functional partnerships.Execution Excellence – Delivers results with attention to accuracy, timelines, and quality.Innovation Focus – Seeks out opportunities for process improvement and digital transformation.Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Data Analytics, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.Proven experience in data management, visualization, and analytics.Demonstrated ability to deliver automation and AI-enabled solutions.Strong organizational and project management skills.Familiarity with process optimization methodologies.Proficiency with visualization and collaboration tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, SharePoint, Teams).Preferred Skills
Knowledge of supplier management practices in R&D, pharma, or biotech.Experience with supplier performance tracking and compliance metrics.Background in process transformation or digital enablement initiatives.Day to Day Responsibilities :
Key Responsibilities
Digital & Data EnablementDevelop, maintain, and enhance supplier performance dashboards and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).Implement automation and AI-driven solutions to streamline supplier management workflows and reporting.Ensure strong data governance, organization, and accessibility across SMPA repositories.Analyze supplier-related data and process flows to identify trends and optimization opportunities.Supplier Performance & Project Support
Define and track key supplier performance metrics (KPIs) for quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.Partner with Sr. Manager SMPA to expand the SMPA support model across additional functions and supplier groups.Support supplier-related initiatives by coordinating project tasks, deliverables, and timelines.Deliver actionable business insights that improve efficiency, decision-making, and supplier relationships.Process Innovation & Collaboration
Lead efforts to improve supplier oversight workflows by introducing digital optimization and process automation.Identify and implement process improvements that reduce manual work and increase efficiency.Document workflows, automation logic, and data models for knowledge transfer and continuous enhancement.Build strong partnerships with cross-functional teams, proactively aligning support to evolving business needs.About US Tech Solutions :
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