Strategic Sourcing Analyst (Indirect Procurement) REMOTE

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Generate and implement efficient sourcing and category management strategies through the RFx process.
• Develop and negotiate contracts with new suppliers and/or renegotiate existing contracts to accomplish the lowest total system cost and savings objectives.
• Create cost estimates and expenditure forecasts related to company's procurement.
• Evaluate sourcing procedures and present improvement strategies to senior management for approval.
• Deliver and manage the request for proposal (RFP) process for assigned categories or sourcing engagements.
• Develop strategies to improve the enterprises’ cost structure.
• Optimize external spending through early involvement in the sourcing life cycle developed through a strong partnership with business stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to aggregate enterprise demand to drive value.
• Demonstrate strong business judgment, integrity, financial acumen and project management skills.
• Evaluate supplier core competencies and competitive positioning using industry cost models and implements supplier agreements by working with cross-functional stakeholders and suppliers to reach an agreement on contract terms and conditions.
• Responsible for analyzing procurement expenditures and sourcing strategic supply partners.
• Review/approve purchase orders, requisitions and ensure timely processing.
• Work with legal and stay updated on best practices, new tools and enhancements required for procurement.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study and 3+ years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 years of experience in procurement directly involved with strategic sourcing management.
• Knowledge of category management practices, experience in negotiating contracts/agreements, vendor management skills and demonstrated expertise within key areas, such as HR, Marketing, and Professional Services.
• Demonstrate strong business judgment, integrity, financial acumen and project management skills.
• Experience writing and generating RFPs, RFIs and RFQs to suppliers.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Coupa or other Procurement Business Spend Platform experience a plus.
• Strong organizational, risk management and negotiation skills.
• Advanced analytical ability.
• Familiarity with sourcing and procurement tools.
• Ability to work with internal customers and develop strong partnerships.