Senior Sourcing Manager, Store Development, Fixtures & Construction

Sephora

Full-time - Senior

Hybrid

10,001+ employees

Health and Personal Care Retailers

About the position

As a Senior Sourcing Manager for Store Development, Fixtures & Construction at Sephora, you will play a pivotal role in managing sourcing projects from inception to completion. This includes overseeing project intake, onboarding, operationalization, and governance, ensuring that all projects are executed efficiently and effectively. Your excellent project and timeline management skills will be essential in navigating the complexities of sourcing within a fast-paced retail environment. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with both internal and external partners, influencing stakeholders at all levels, and ensuring that sourcing strategies align with Sephora's overall business objectives. In this role, you will leverage your negotiation skills and understanding of various contract models to secure favorable terms and conditions for Sephora. Your ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, will be crucial as you present sourcing strategies and project updates to senior-level stakeholders. You will also utilize advanced analytics and data visualization tools to analyze sourcing data, track savings, and report on project outcomes. A robust understanding of software tools critical to strategic sourcing, including procure-to-pay systems, vendor management solutions, and contract lifecycle management, will be necessary to drive efficiency and effectiveness in your sourcing initiatives. At Sephora, you will be part of a dynamic team that values creativity, innovation, and personal growth. The company is committed to investing in the development of its employees, providing training and personalized career plans to help you evolve in your role. Sephora's culture is one of inclusivity and empowerment, where you are encouraged to be yourself and contribute to the company's mission of reimagining the future of beauty.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing projects end-to-end, from project intake to project closure.
• Oversee operationalization and governance of sourcing initiatives.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external partners.
• Negotiate contracts and secure favorable terms for the company.
• Influence senior-level stakeholders and communicate project updates effectively.
• Utilize advanced analytics and data visualization tools for sourcing data analysis.
• Ensure alignment of sourcing strategies with overall business objectives.

Requirements

• Excellent project and timeline management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Skilled negotiator with knowledge of various contract models.
• Ability to influence internal and external partners effectively.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Advanced skills in analytics, Excel, presentation, and data visualization tools.
• Robust understanding of software tools critical to strategic sourcing.

Benefits

• Training and development opportunities.
• Personalized career plans.
• Inclusive and diverse work culture.
• Opportunity to work with talented leaders and teams.