Lead Procurement projects of medium to high level complexity, typically in support of a single business group
Work with business partners to improve Fidelity's position to broker for the right products, at the right price and contractual terms
Strategize with key business and technology leaders to develop vendor and product strategies
Marshal the sourcing effort, including commercial and contract terms for each project
Align and coordinate with colleagues from risk-based groups to ensure risk mitigation of supplier contracts
Seek to achieve outstanding pricing with suppliers
Consistent education and enforcement of procurement and risk policies

BS/BA in business administration or 5-8 years of equivalent experience in Procurement
Background in sourcing, contracting, or related experience in vendor or product management
Experience evaluating, negotiating and contracting with suppliers
Ability to lead/ influence cross-functional teams through procurement projects
Ability to assess risk and translate requirements to viable business solutions
Experience with business analytics, developing and presenting business cases and recommendations to decision-makers
Experience working with leaders at all levels, from the front lines to the C-Suite
Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally, verbally and in writing, to all levels of the organization
Flexibility to changing needs and process requirements
Commitment to drive data stewardship to ensure data integrity
Excellent time management skills with an ability to multi-task
Extremely strong process orientation and demonstrated continuous improvement skills
Supplier relationship skills; continuously, but constructively, demanding of supplier performance
Passion for improving quality and reducing costs – passion for driving optimum business outcomes
Capable of performing financial, technical and performance evaluations of suppliers
Excellent organizational skills
Consistent track record of teamwork
Excellent communication and people skills

Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing

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