Strategic Software Sourcing & Procurement Professional Services

Responsibility
Develop and implement category management plans and sourcing strategies to negotiate and ensure cost savings/avoidance and performance targets are achieved
Establish and lead cross functional teams of key stakeholders to collaboratively define business requirements and execute supplier initiatives that create value, improve quality, and reduce risk
Develop analytical reports on savings, metrics, and KPIs to monitor progress against objectives and key results
Provide cross functional and top-down visibility into supplier spend and performance
Support RFx efforts by leading project teams through supplier selection processes
Partner closely with cross functional teams such as Legal, Information Security, and Third Party Governance in ushering agreements through the source to pay workflow while securing favorable terms/deal structures
Manage strategic procurement engagement with one or more key business units

Experience:
Basic
8+ years of related experience in a Procurement/ Sourcing function
BA/BS degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or equivalent
Experience leveraging eSourcing tools, spend analytics tools, Excel, and Google suite
Proficiency with services and technology related governing and engagement documents
Extensive negotiation and contract management experience
Customer service focus, communication skills, and attention to detail
Category management plan development and execution experience
Ability to lead complex sourcing events (RFP, RFI, and RFQ)

Preferred
Master's degree (MBA or similar)
Procurement professional certification (e.g. CPSM, CIPS, CSP)
Experience with Oracle or similar P2P systems, eSourcing solutions (e.g. Workday Sourcing, Levelpath)
Experience with enterprise-scale procurement intake and workflow tools
Results-oriented mindset. Proven track record delivering quality outcomes for partners
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
Experience using Tableau or other data visualization tools
Ability to lead complex initiatives and collaborate effectively with cross functional partners and project management skills