Sourcing manager (procurement)

To provide sourcing services to the various lines of business.  Represent and be the liaison for the Procurement & Sourcing Group in all relevant initiatives including:

• The Senior Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for strategic sourcing and contracting for multiple sourcing categories (including professional services), this includes supplier contracts and Statement of Work (SOW) drafting & negotiations, rate negotiations and demand management.
• Act as Team Lead of other Sourcing Specialists, as assigned, by providing guidance and coaching.
• Manage projects and objectives to ensure commitments are met in a timely manner and projects/SOWs are delivered within defined SLA objectives.
• The SSA will be expected to independently manage renewals and simple SOW’s while developing the skills to take on more complex deals.
• Work closely with internal business partners .
• Assist in developing, implementing and/or executing a sourcing and procurement category strategy aligned with the Sourcing groups’ objectives.

• Experience in initiating, developing and executing sourcing strategies
• Ability to review and analyze contracts and SOWs working with legal, Information Security, and Insurance as necessary
• Exceptional relationship management skills to effectively shape strategic solutions with stakeholders and key suppliers
• Strong change management experience and delivery
• Experience in a wide variety of sourcing categories (Non-IT, HR, Professional Services, etc.)
• Experience with reviewing contract terms drafting and negotiation and recognizing and limiting risk
• Ability to work autonomously while keeping management apprised of projects and initiatives
• Fluent in written and spoken English is a must
• 5+ years in Sourcing experience
• Bachelor's degree in Business (or equivalent)

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