**Job Summary**This position plays an integral part in developing and implementing sourcing strategies. Will be responsible for executing spot buys, sourcing events, and projects related activities for the multiple categories.**Key Responsibilities**- Lead strategic and tactical sourcing activities with spend up to $10MK across multiple categories and high degree of complexity- Manage contract lifecycle process (including uploading contracts, developing standard templates and monitoring / tracking expiry)- Manage catalog governance and procurement operations- Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms for assigned spend categories- Research potential vendors, develop and execute RFP for spend between $100-$500K- Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation is translated to RFP and contracts as appropriate- Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking to inform sourcing decisions- Negotiate contract terms of agreement and pricing delivering and record annual P&L savings- Support projects assigned for various sourcing activities- Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior sourcing generalists on category-specific requirements**Competencies****Functional & technical skills**- Sourcing expert - strong experience with sourcing process, supplier management, contract negotiations and procure to pay operations- Experience with ERP systems, spend analytics, eSourcing, and contract management systems required- Excellent category-specific sourcing and category management skills in key portfolios of spend in Direct (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Electromechanical)- Expert understanding of multi-step strategic sourcing processes and strategies- Experience negotiating agreements/contracts with suppliers- Understanding of procurement processes, tools, and best practices**Leadership & Behavioral**- Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment - self-starter who looks for ways to improve existing processes- Strong customer service orientation, keen to deliver on internal customer needs- Desire to mentor and coach junior team members- Analytical thinker who makes decisions using data and insights - will need to prepare analysis to develop sourcing strategy / scenarios / savings**Experience & Qualification**- 8+ years of procurement experience within Direct categories (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Electromechanical)- Proven working experience as a buyer, senior buyer, purchasing specialist agent or officer.- Degree in supply chain management, operations or business administration (nice to have)- High level of English language competency (verbal and written)
