Lead - Global strategic sourcing

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What You Will Do

• Develops and executes RFPs, RFQs and RFIs, etc. as needed to support the business needs
• Develops baseline analysis and current conditions for sourcing events.
• Consolidates vendor bid sheets.
• Completes initial bid analysis for sourcing events.
• Initiates vendor outreach and develops vendor list for sourcing events.
• Sets up sourcing events using appropriate E-Sourcing tools and processes.
• Owns and updates ESS and business partners on sourcing project updates and status of initiatives.
• Negotiates, processes and executes vendor NDA's and Master Agreements, while adhering to financial policies and compliance requirements.
• Drafts and develops Statement of Work (SOWs) with the outline of technical requirements for sourcing projects and RFX events.
• Coordinates necessary documentation and process for vendor on-boarding.
• Expected to interface frequently with customers regarding project updates and status.
• Builds and maintains effective customer relationships.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Business, Engineering, Science, or related field and 3-5 Years Bachelor's degree in business, finance, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
• 3 Years sourcing, market intelligence or vendor management experience. Experience in procurement, Supply Chain, Sales, Finance or similar work with an emphasis on sourcing, negotiations, and contracting
• 5+ Years business experience
• Knowledge and experience using E-sourcing tools
• Financial and business acumen
• Experience with financial data analysis, strong PowerPoint and Excel skills
  

Preferred Skills/Education

• Business, Engineering, Science, or related field MBA, JD, MS, ME
• Project management skills
• Negotiation experience
• Supply Chain Knowledge