Procurement Specialist (JL=15) (717830)

Procurement SpecialistContractor - Procurement Specialist Procurement builds and sustains relationships with business leaders and other sourcing professionals, understands the short and long term business unit strategy, develops commodity sourcing strategies, and leads the implementation of those strategies. Assists in ensuring horizontal integration with the business unit and will have primary responsibility for leading supplier selection and negotiation, managing the business relationship with suppliers, managing and tracking internal implementation and contract compliance, identification and implementation of total cost of ownership reduction opportunities, monitoring internal customer satisfaction, and identification and implementation of best sourcing practices.Duties & Responsibilities:Demonstrated knowledge and experience of procurement, sourcing on contingent workforce, software and IT outsourcing, and IT products and servicesAbility to run procurement projects including conducting bid analysis, negotiating contracts & commercial terms, consistent in maximizing business valueConduct benchmark research and sharing best-in-class industry statistics with the business unitManage business unit's expectations through timely feedback and proactive communicationIdentify risk situations and solutions and coordinate with managementRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree, with CPM or training in Procurement5+ years of procurement experience in Supply Chain, IT/Engineering or other closely related fieldA demonstrated ability to build relationships, and think strategically and systemicallyStrong knowledge of contract law and contract managementWell rounded understanding of technology, operations, and business processesExcellent interpersonal skillsAttention to detail with ability to prioritize and manage multiple projectsProficient in purchasing negotiation techniquesDemonstrated project management of a sourcing process