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Corporate Services Strategic Sourcing

Iconma

Philadelphia, PA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Alliance/Partner Management, Analysis Skills, Business Strategy, Conflict Resolution, Consulting, Contract Negotiation, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Cost Estimates, Cost Forecasting, Cross-Functional, Economics, Finance, Health Plan, Identify Issues, Information Technology Outsourcing, Insurance, Leadership, Legal, Logistics, Management Consulting, Market Research, Market Trend Analysis, Matrix Management, Microsoft PowerPoint, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Analysis, Process Engineering, Property and Casualty Insurance, Purchasing/Procurement, Real Estate, Regulations, Risk, Risk Management, Sourcing Strategy, Statement of Work (SOW), Strategic Planning, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Philadelphia, PA
POSTED
4 days ago
Our Client, a Property and Casualty Insurance company, is looking for a Corporate Services Strategic Sourcing for their Philadelphia, PA/Jersey City, NJ/Whitehouse Station, NJ/Hybrid location.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Manage a cross functional team with full sourcing cycle, including vendor identification and selection, price negotiation, and contract “red-lining” in collaboration with Legal counterparts for MSA’s, Schedules, SOW’s, etc.
  • Responsible for development of strategic sourcing opportunities pipeline through the introduction of a competitive marketplace, demand management, supplier consolidation, and process reengineering
  • Directly manage high value Sourcing engagements of varying spend, risk, and complexity levels into the following Sourcing categories: Management Consulting; Tax Consulting; Audit; Temporary Labor, Information Technology and Business Outsourcing; Real Estate and Facilities Services and others
  • Agree with business clients on approach and schedule for the sourcing project and its related contract(s) negotiations
  • Communicate regularly with key business stakeholders regarding project approach, scope, key issues, status, business requirements, and relevant dependencies
  • Assess savings opportunities on all engagements, and work with clients to achieve optimal
  • cost reductions/savings as appropriate
  • Evaluating sourcing procedures and presenting improvement strategies to senior management for approval.
  • Analyzing and calculating procurement costs and developing cost reduction strategies.
  • Driving purchasing decisions based on cost and scenario analysis, as well as market trends.
  • Negotiating contracts with key suppliers, including costs and terms of supply, service, and quality.
  • Collaborating with the procurement department to identify and pursue new supplier opportunities.
  • Conducting market research, as well as creating cost estimates and forecasts.
  • Estimating risks and applying risk minimizing techniques, as well as negotiating contracts that comply with industry regulations.
  • Maintaining strategic sourcing relationships and developing strong partnerships.
 
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance, logistics, or in a related field.
  • Minimum of 7 years’ procurement experience in a related industry.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong process analysis and analytical skills including ability to use data to drive decision making.
  • Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to exercise mature judgment.
  • Proven ability to lead, motivate and gain commitment from Executive leadership, senior management, direct/indirect reports, and colleagues.
  • Exceptional ability to influence stakeholders and drive groups with divergent opinions toward effective, collaborative decisions.
  • Strong supplier relationship and conflict management skills.
  • Strong oral and written communications and influencing skills.
  • Ability to effectively summarize program status and create PowerPoint presentations for executive audience.
  • Able to navigate a global matrixed organization, influence stakeholders and affect outcomes. Ability to gain trust and influence with limited direct authority.
  • Ability to think outside the box, multi-task, and work well under pressure, to identify issues and work to resolve them in partnership with business leaders.
 
Why Should You Apply?
  • Health Benefits
  • Referral Program
  • Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
 
ICONMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive considerationfor employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.

About the Company

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Iconma

ICONMA is a global information consulting management firm providing Professional Staffing Services and Project-Based Solutions for organizations in a broad range of industries.

  • Corporate Headquarters in Troy, Michigan; 20+ locations worldwide.
  • Certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE); certified by Women’s Business Enterprise National Council, National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC); and California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).
  • Founded in 2000
  • 2000+ Employees

The company was founded on the principle that success is derived from delivering high quality service and resources in the most responsive, flexible, and innovative way. ICONMA invests in people and resources with a single goal: To provide our customers with the highest quality service in the most responsive manner. Through its network of offices, ICONMA provides the resources to help clients maintain their competitive advantage.

COMPANY SIZE
2,000 to 2,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Management Consulting Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
2000
WEBSITE
https://www.iconma.com/