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We're Hiring: IT Procurement Consultant!
Location:
Columbus, OH
⏰ Work Mode:
ONSITE
Role:
IT Procurement Consultant
Job Summary:
Serves as the subject matter expert in the development of sourcing strategy associated with the procurement of labor, service, material, and technology equipment needs supporting IT business unit functions. Understands key business interests of client and third parties in the development and writing of the business deal. Applies negotiation techniques and methods to sourcing and contracting objectives. Manages supplier performance, contract compliance, risk, and other areas that support over-arching category management strategies. Leads cross-functional teams and may direct lower-level activities associated with sourcing, contracting or operational efforts.
Essential Job Functions & Tasks
Source and procure technology software, hardware and services with a high value or complex requirements.
Assess business requirements, and match procurement plans accordingly.
Execute sourcing strategies based on category manager guidance and leading practices.
Assist Category Managers with category strategy development. Leverage market, supplier, and spend analyses to inform category strategies and competitive solicitations (e.g., RFXs). Coordinate and lead cross-functional category teams during sourcing events.
Perform any required contract administration work related to a sourcing event.
Develop negotiating strategy, and lead negotiations.
Write the summary and details for basic to moderately complex contracts, including pricing, business requirements, performance criteria, terms and conditions, and any risk mitigations.
Establish effective relationships with business partners and suppliers to support category strategies.
Work with the Service Center to ensure transactional and customer support services are aligned with category strategies.
Leverage contract knowledge to mitigate risks and maximize contract value.
Basic Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, finance, supply chain, or related field.
Experience: 5 years of relevant work experience, including experience working with cross-functional teams. Supply chain category management experience, preferably within the utility or technology industry preferred.
Additional Requirements
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills desired.
Ability to lead multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously.
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) desired with an ability to communicate with business partners, stakeholders, and suppliers.
Ability to help develop and evolve category management processes and engage suppliers on operational, strategic, and financial issues.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply now and let’s grow together!
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Location:
Columbus, OH
⏰ Work Mode:
ONSITE
Role:
IT Procurement Consultant
Job Summary:
Serves as the subject matter expert in the development of sourcing strategy associated with the procurement of labor, service, material, and technology equipment needs supporting IT business unit functions. Understands key business interests of client and third parties in the development and writing of the business deal. Applies negotiation techniques and methods to sourcing and contracting objectives. Manages supplier performance, contract compliance, risk, and other areas that support over-arching category management strategies. Leads cross-functional teams and may direct lower-level activities associated with sourcing, contracting or operational efforts.
Essential Job Functions & Tasks
Source and procure technology software, hardware and services with a high value or complex requirements.
Assess business requirements, and match procurement plans accordingly.
Execute sourcing strategies based on category manager guidance and leading practices.
Assist Category Managers with category strategy development. Leverage market, supplier, and spend analyses to inform category strategies and competitive solicitations (e.g., RFXs). Coordinate and lead cross-functional category teams during sourcing events.
Perform any required contract administration work related to a sourcing event.
Develop negotiating strategy, and lead negotiations.
Write the summary and details for basic to moderately complex contracts, including pricing, business requirements, performance criteria, terms and conditions, and any risk mitigations.
Establish effective relationships with business partners and suppliers to support category strategies.
Work with the Service Center to ensure transactional and customer support services are aligned with category strategies.
Leverage contract knowledge to mitigate risks and maximize contract value.
Basic Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, finance, supply chain, or related field.
Experience: 5 years of relevant work experience, including experience working with cross-functional teams. Supply chain category management experience, preferably within the utility or technology industry preferred.
Additional Requirements
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills desired.
Ability to lead multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously.
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) desired with an ability to communicate with business partners, stakeholders, and suppliers.
Ability to help develop and evolve category management processes and engage suppliers on operational, strategic, and financial issues.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply now and let’s grow together!
#J-18808-Ljbffr