Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Global Ops

Responsibilities

• Leading complex RFI/RFP processes, including sourcing strategy development, supplier engagement, bid analysis, negotiation strategy, and contract negotiations with facility service providers in conjunction with internal stakeholders
• Developing and executing sourcing strategies for assigned Facilities and Operational Services categories, including identifying and implementing opportunities for cost reduction, supplier optimization, and risk mitigation
• Partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to forecast and consolidate demand, align sourcing strategies with business priorities, and support implementation of value improvement initiatives
• Gathering and analyzing global spend data, market trends, and supply chain risks to develop and implement solutions that drive cost savings, cost avoidance, and service improvements
• Managing strategic supplier relationships, including performance reviews, scorecards, governance routines, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve supplier performance
• Negotiating value improvements and optimizing supplier contracts to improve cost, service levels, commercial terms, and overall supplier performance
• Leading initiatives focused on supplier consolidation, preferred supplier utilization, and improved compliance with sourcing strategies and company policies
• Applying sourcing expertise, business judgment, and market knowledge to solve sourcing and supplier-related problems of varying scope and complexity
• Serving as a trusted advisor and partner to internal stakeholders to identify business needs, influence decision-making, and align sourcing strategies with operational and financial objectives; ensuring compliance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
• Supporting and providing guidance to less experienced team members on sourcing processes, tools, and best practices
• Promoting a work environment of continuous improvement and operational excellence

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or related field with at least 4 years of procurement experience
• Experience developing and executing sourcing strategies across indirect procurement or facility services-based categories
• Experience leading sourcing initiatives, including RFI/RFP execution, supplier evaluation, and contract award recommendations
• Experience negotiating supplier contracts and driving value improvement initiatives
• Experience managing global supplier relationships, including performance and service optimization
• Ability to analyze spend, supplier capabilities, and market data to develop recommendations and support decision-making

Preferred Qualification

• Experience managing multiple sourcing initiatives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint), Tableau, SAP, Ariba, or similar systems
• Proficient in AI applications (CoPilot, ChatGPT, Deep Research, etc.)
• Able to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels internally and externally
• Effective project management and communication skills