KPMG US
Strategic Sourcing Category Senior Associate, Software/SaaS
KPMG US, Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44101
Strategic Sourcing Category Senior Associate, Software/SaaS
Senior Associate, Category Management Lead for IT Contract Renewals within the Strategic Sourcing and Procurement organization. This role focuses on IT contract renewals, supplier management, and delivering cost savings and value through strategic sourcing practices.
Responsibilities
Provide sourcing category expertise in IT Contract Renewals and develop category strategies based on spend data, supply market dynamics, category intelligence, and business requirements; develop and implement strategies for tracking technology-related maintenance and support renewals throughout their contract lifecycles to increase cost effectiveness, improve quality, reduce operational risk, and realize savings.
Perform due diligence, obtain supplier quotes proactively, provide renewal notifications, confirm requirements with respective business owners; identify areas for cost reduction, negotiate best price, and process renewals in accordance with the underlying contract and the firm's compliance requirements.
Conduct complex data analysis and build financial models (ROI, NPV, supplier scorecards, savings tracking, make-versus-buy) and execute strategic sourcing projects using common practices to deliver total value in partnership with key stakeholders across the Firm.
Implement strategies to manage the IT Contract Renewals supplier base, review suppliers against contracted obligations/service levels, risk requirements and business expectations; develop and execute negotiation strategies to maximize value and minimize risks.
Partner with the business to influence, evaluate and challenge the status quo; educate and enforce compliance to procurement policies; manage supplier performance and develop new capabilities; provide feedback on performance and drive continuous improvement and innovation; identify root causes and collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve issues.
Work with legal and other areas to ensure proper representation and enforcement of critical terms and conditions.
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment.
Qualifications
Minimum three years of recent, related work experience in sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier management, outsourcing, and project management, with a combination of management consulting and line experience being desirable.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university required.
Good working knowledge of ServiceNow preferred; working knowledge of contractual issues to mitigate risk and negotiate IT renewals; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; solid understanding of contract terms and techniques for driving value and managing risks; ability to build strong relationships with business partners.
Strong interpersonal, collaborative and influencing skills to navigate a complex organization; ability to lead, support and conduct successful negotiations; ability to work with suppliers, project team members, project sponsors, functional leads, and senior management.
Solid organizational and time management and project management skills; ability to execute multiple projects, RFXs and contract negotiations simultaneously; strong analytical, financial, problem solving, and stakeholder facilitation skills.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; no visa sponsorship is available for this opportunity.
KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries comply with local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, degrees and certifications, and market considerations. Additional details about benefits are described in the Total Rewards package.
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Responsibilities
Provide sourcing category expertise in IT Contract Renewals and develop category strategies based on spend data, supply market dynamics, category intelligence, and business requirements; develop and implement strategies for tracking technology-related maintenance and support renewals throughout their contract lifecycles to increase cost effectiveness, improve quality, reduce operational risk, and realize savings.
Perform due diligence, obtain supplier quotes proactively, provide renewal notifications, confirm requirements with respective business owners; identify areas for cost reduction, negotiate best price, and process renewals in accordance with the underlying contract and the firm's compliance requirements.
Conduct complex data analysis and build financial models (ROI, NPV, supplier scorecards, savings tracking, make-versus-buy) and execute strategic sourcing projects using common practices to deliver total value in partnership with key stakeholders across the Firm.
Implement strategies to manage the IT Contract Renewals supplier base, review suppliers against contracted obligations/service levels, risk requirements and business expectations; develop and execute negotiation strategies to maximize value and minimize risks.
Partner with the business to influence, evaluate and challenge the status quo; educate and enforce compliance to procurement policies; manage supplier performance and develop new capabilities; provide feedback on performance and drive continuous improvement and innovation; identify root causes and collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve issues.
Work with legal and other areas to ensure proper representation and enforcement of critical terms and conditions.
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment.
Qualifications
Minimum three years of recent, related work experience in sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier management, outsourcing, and project management, with a combination of management consulting and line experience being desirable.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university required.
Good working knowledge of ServiceNow preferred; working knowledge of contractual issues to mitigate risk and negotiate IT renewals; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; solid understanding of contract terms and techniques for driving value and managing risks; ability to build strong relationships with business partners.
Strong interpersonal, collaborative and influencing skills to navigate a complex organization; ability to lead, support and conduct successful negotiations; ability to work with suppliers, project team members, project sponsors, functional leads, and senior management.
Solid organizational and time management and project management skills; ability to execute multiple projects, RFXs and contract negotiations simultaneously; strong analytical, financial, problem solving, and stakeholder facilitation skills.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; no visa sponsorship is available for this opportunity.
KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries comply with local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, degrees and certifications, and market considerations. Additional details about benefits are described in the Total Rewards package.
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