Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Professional Services
Core
Manage strategic sourcing and procurement for Professional Services categories including Consulting, Marketing, Legal, and Communications to optimize costs and service quality.
Role type
Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist (Professional Services)
Builds
Procurement categories, vendor partnerships, and cost-saving initiatives for Professional Services spend.
Domain
Technology / Professional Services Procurement
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, negotiation, category management, RFP/RFQ management, market research, contract lifecycle management, vendor performance evaluation, cost optimization, P2P processes
Preferred skills
Professional certification in procurement or supply chain, experience with Omnea
Technologies
Omnea, ERP systems
Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end procurement lifecycle from needs assessment to contract execution; Lead RFP/RFQ processes including vendor evaluation and selection; Develop category management strategies for Professional Services; Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and supplier benchmarking; Drive cost optimization and track savings realization; Manage contract renewals, amendments, and terminations; Evaluate vendor performance; Ensure compliance with procurement policy; Bridge gap between Procurement and Accounting for PO management; Prepare reports on procurement performance and vendor management.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC