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- Ability to support multiple technical categories, across multiple programs and areas of the business.
- Ability to contract at a moderate to advanced level with respect to contractual terms such as IP, data security, LOL, SLA development.
- Ability to successfully lead, manage and negotiate sole source and one of a kind solutions with limited leverage, all Technology agreements, and multi-faceted RFX programs.
- Builds and maintains solid working relationships with internal Customers and vendors for more complex strategic sourcing engagements and negotiations
- Develops internal subject matter expertise for key suppliers to increase efficiency, value, and competitive edge for the client
- Develops sourcing and negotiations strategies and build internal consensus from an enterprise perspective
- Cost Management
- Negotiates and drafts more complex contracts for products and services with the goal of obtaining the best cost and mitigating risk
- Drives and delivers cost savings opportunities to improve profitability and achieve best total cost of ownership
- Uses solid understanding of business requirements to execute the most appropriate agreement
- Leads best practices in Technology Procurement processes to ensure consistent outcomes
- Carries best practices in Technology Procurement processes to project teams and peers
- Advocates SCM processes to internal Customers and suppliers as a means for negotiating deals for consistent and successful outcomes
- Collaborates to drive continuous process improvements to improve efficiencies and add value
- BA or equivalent experience required (SCM preferred)
- 5 - 7 years SCM/Technology or related field
- Preferred - PMP, Six Sigma Green Belt, CPSM, and/or CTPE
- Ability to perform work duties from desk/office work area for extended periods of time.
- Is effective in a variety of communication settings as well as among diverse styles and position levels, including executives
- Is able to “read” a room and adapt approach in the moment without losing momentum
- Explains value of SCM to stakeholders to gain “buy in”
- Demonstrates ability to challenge and influence at all levels
- Always ensures that the short-term goals are in line with the long-term objectives
- Applies Project Management skills to manage time effectively through organizing work and providing guidance to resolve issues/questions in order to meet deadlines
- Establishes personal best practices to manage responsibilities and advocates a cross functional Team
- Supports and provides help to the Team to ensure accuracy and completeness of tasks
- Handles situations of complexity independently
- Manages challenging, complex agreements, events, and programs
- Proactively uses resources to understand, investigate, and resolve complex issues
- Independently leverages knowledge and experience to accurately analyze situations and makes sound decisions
- Must meet confidentiality expectations as to confidential, proprietary, and sensitive Company information.
- Must have flexibility to work extended hours during the week and weekend, including Company holidays, during quarterly close or special projects.
- Limited Travel
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