Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Position: Strategic Sourcing Partner/Manager

Location: 100% Work from home

Duration: 4 Months Contract with possibility of extension

Job Description:

• 5-7 years Managing suppliers for the IT department.
• Oversees the management of IT vendors as well as the negotiation contract renewals, escalations and service level agreements.
• Handles problems with vendors or products as necessary. 
• May be responsible for budgeting.
• Requires a bachelor's degree and experience with technology vendors or related areas.
• Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures, including Saas, Paas, software licensing.
• Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks.
• Leads renewal discussions with business owners.
• A wide degree of ownership, creativity and latitude is required.
• Leads vendor management initiatives and develops strategies to optimize spend from the start of a renewal or vendor engagement to the end.
• Guides cross-functional teams throughout negotiations to ensure that the final deal is cost effective and completed in a timely manner.
• Partners closely with the Sourcing team to negotiate best deals with vendors and ensure adherence to quality and delivery standards.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with key stakeholders within the divisions and corporate functions.
• Strong vendor management and relationship management is a requirement.