About the role
About the Position
We are looking to add a Procurement Specialist to our growing Global Procurement team. In this newly created role, you’ll provide end-to-end sourcing and procurement support for technology services in the Americas, which includes SaaS, cloud-based, IT, co-location, and telecom.
Responsibilities of the role will include: • Collaborating with internal stakeholders to anticipate needs and manage renewals, ensuring alignment on key project requirements and expected outcomes • Cultivating robust vendor partnerships through effective communication and ensuring supplier performance aligns with business goals • Negotiating and redlining agreements in collaboration with our legal team • Using creative negotiation strategies and tactics to engage with vendors and formulating contracts that encompass our needs while ensuring compliance and protection of our interests • Executing full-cycle RFP processes, from development to bid analysis and award • Efficiently issuing purchase orders and reconciling any invoicing discrepancies
About You • 5-10 years of related experience, with a deep understanding of RFPs, MSAs, and SOWs • Exceptional communicator; can articulate complex procurement terms and conditions • An independent worker who is confident and effective, even when direction is limited • Can work effectively amidst complex and ambiguous scenarios • Strong negotiator; capable of both working collaboratively and leading project management activities • Can manage both strategic projects and operational tasks, like generating purchase orders • Proficient with P2P systems (e.g., Oracle, Ariba, Coupa, Workday) • Wants to understand both the macro-level strategies and micro-level details of the procurement process • Flexible and willing to contribute to various categories or regions as needed
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