Consultant, Procurement
Core
Manage complex indirect and technology spend categories, develop sourcing strategies, and negotiate contracts to drive cost savings and supplier innovation.
Role type
Senior Procurement Category Manager / Consultant
Builds
Procurement strategies, supplier agreements, and cost reduction plans for technology and indirect services
Domain
Corporate Procurement / Supply Chain Management
Required skills
Category strategy development, supplier negotiation, contract management, cost modeling, risk assessment, stakeholder management, data analytics, project management, benchmarking, innovation identification
Preferred skills
Supply chain management certifications, experience with SaaS procurement, knowledge of sustainability practices, leadership and mentoring skills
Technologies
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Develop and execute category strategies to maximize value and reduce total cost of ownership; Facilitate competitive bidding processes (RFP/RFQ/RFI) and negotiate contract terms; Monitor supplier performance and mitigate risks; Create executive summaries and pipeline reports for senior leadership; Mentor new associates on procurement policies and processes
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
