Manages relationships with vendors including vendor selection, elimination and performance review activities.
Develops requests for projects, reviews bids, and negotiates contracts with third party vendors.
Works with business partners to determine sourcing needs and provide indirect sourcing support.
Collaborates cross functionally with legal on sourcing contract drafting, negotiations and finalization with third party vendors.
Maintains a working knowledge of existing contracts to navigate contract extensions and supplier relations.
Submits purchase orders, requests approval and inputs contracts into sourcing systems.
Stays abreast of strategic projects to ensure timely execution of sourcing demands.

At least 2 years of experience but preferably with category/procurement background
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in procurement, with a strong track record in indirect sourcing, required
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience demonstrating procurement expertise, preferred
Proficiency in sourcing tools such as Ariba or similar platforms, with hands-on experience in contract lifecycle management, preferred
Strong understanding of contract review processes, including risk mitigation and compliance.
Category management expertise, particularly in IT Software and other indirect categories, required
Proven ability to manage multiple categories and complex sourcing projects independently.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively across functions.
Experience working on cross-functional projects, preferably in a collaborative team setting, required
Background in US Procurement or in a Global Procurement environment, required.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
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Advisor – Strategic Sourcing, Indirect Procurement

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