Strategic Sourcing Lead 

This position will manage the corporations strategic sourcing process and leads process direction, oversight and methods for company contracts. Directs work flow, assigning work responsibilities and providing assistance and technical guidance to both business partners and Sourcing leaders. In addition, the employee is responsible for increasing shareholder value through significant dollar savings impact to the Companys bottom line and limiting the Companys risk and liability exposure through appropriate contract development.

In this role will manage and execute best-in-class sourcing strategies to include: identification of sourcing projects, conducting risk management/due diligence, leveraging electronic tools and technology, regularly participating in and/or leading price negotiations, contract preparation and execution, and providing information and influence to facilitate award decisions. Responsible for understanding details and general market knowledge of assigned commodity products and services. Role is also responsible for sales, marketing and change management efforts across all levels of the organization. Provides value added consultation and recommends process reengineering and efficiencies where applicable. Interfaces with all levels of management and frequently serves as a liaison between external providers and internal business partners for moderate to complex situations/projects and decisions that may have a significant impact.

Position Location: Remote, if in PA then opportunity for Thursday in-office
Ability to work remote: Yes

Remote details and time zone(s): ability to work Eastern or Central timezone

Target Start Date: Sept 18th of 25th (ASAP)

Intended length of Assignment: 3/15/23

Potential for Contract Extension: Yes

Working Hours (Flexible): M-F, 8-5
Travel: No
OT: No

Team Background and Preferred Candidate History:
Do you only want candidates with a similar background or would you like to see candidates with a diverse industry background?
Open to industry background.

Team Dynamic:
Manager and 1 other are the directs. Overall team of 30.

Candidate Technical and skills profile:
Describe the role and the key responsibilities in order of which they will be doing daily:
• Researches and negotiates major organizational contracts and procurements.
• Prepares complex purchasing assignments requiring vendor selection and pricing comparisons.
• Consults with vendors to obtain optimum pricing and availability information. Researches and negotiates highly complex organizational purchases.
• Negotiates with vendors to obtain optimum quality, cost, terms, etc.
• Develops and monitors effectiveness of purchasing strategies and effectiveness; initiates improvements as necessary.

Describe the required must have technical skills, tools, or experience:
o 5-7 years of experience in Supply Chain Management.
o Outstanding liaison background across a large corporations business units.
o Excellent management, meeting and facilitation skills presenting and enterprise of client to its suppliers.
o Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite of Products required.
o Strong Oral and Written Communication Skills required
o Analytical Ability/strategic Thinking required
o Organizational/Multi-Tasking Abilities required
o Contract Drafting/Management Skills required
o Experience with Ariba Buyer/Professional desired
o Project/Vendor Management experience preferred

o Bachelor degree in business, finance, accounting, supply chain management or business related field.

Screening Questions:

1. Collaboration is crucial in sourcing. How do you work with other departments to ensure seamless coordination throughout the sourcing process?
2. Supplier relationship management is essential for long-term success. How do you build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers? Can you share an example of a supplier relationship you've developed?
3. Sourcing often involves negotiation. Can you describe a negotiation you've led, highlighting the strategies you used to achieve a favorable outcome for your organization?

Role Differentiator:
Describe what is different about this specific role compared to others hiring for the same skill set?
There are new projects for this group which means opportunity for growth and expansion for those who want it. You'll have the ability to work with a great team and culture and get a great deal of organizational exposure.

Interviews:
2 rounds or less, 30-1hr.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.