What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?
At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.
Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing management of process improvement initiatives within the Source to Pay (S2P) cycle, utilizing Lean methodologies to enhance efficiency and productivity.
Drive operational excellence of Direct Procurement operations: monitor and evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs) for Direct Buyers to ensure alignment with overall organizational objectives.
Promote the adoption of digital collaboration tools for suppliers, focusing on efficiency and seamless integration through the Ariba Network (SCC).
Oversee large-scale, global cross-functional programs to ensure adherence to established standards, optimizing end-to-end productivity.
Develop and track performance metrics to ensure adherence to processes, identifying opportunities for corrective actions and continuous improvement.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Drive the Supplier Enablement program to integrate suppliers into the Ariba Network, ensuring seamless onboarding and adoption.
Collaborate with global stakeholders to support and improve the end-to-end Source to Pay process using Ariba and SAP systems.
Serve as a liaison between Supply Chain Operations, Process Owners, Suppliers, Global Systems, and Leadership to lead process transformation efforts. Lead and prioritize continuous improvement initiatives based on the best return on investment (ROI) across functional areas.
Provide hands-on support and troubleshooting for process-related issues during the transition to the Ariba Network, ensuring resolution and smooth implementation.
Operational Change Management for Procurement improvements.
Knowledge
Strong understanding of Direct source to pay processes in a manufacturing company
Strong MRP, Inventory and part management knowledge
Strong experience with SAP Material Management (Source and Procurement), Ariba Procure to Order, Ariba Network and Supply Chain Collaboration (SCC)
Hands-on experience enabling suppliers to the Ariba Network
Strong experience with MS Office and advanced Excel and PowerPoint abilities
Project Management and change management skills: have at least 2 years’ experience working with some project management model like PMI, Scrum, etc.
Strong Source to Pay process experience.
Strong analytical skills with a focus on systems & process scalability
Has strong presentation and training skills
Has experience in project leadership, knowledge and application, best practices, and troubleshooting methods
Understanding of KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) related to the supply chain
Able to influence process change via interpersonal skills
Communicates and influences in a group setting across all levels
Plans and implements projects, using project management best practices
Evaluates deliverables in terms of impact on customer experience
Determines needs for and organizes training activities around new processes
Education/Experience
Lean/Six Sigma certification
Advanced Tableau skills are highly preferred
APICS Certification highly preferred
SAP or S/4 Hana Certification in procurement is highly preferred
Typically requires a minimum of 4 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or equivalent experience
Must be flexible for 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM shift
Illumina believes that everyone has the ability to make an impact, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information.