Strategic Sourcing Lead (Indirect Procurement)

Join a growing team as a Senior Manager/Associate Director of Strategic Procurement. Our client is open to strategic sourcing professionals with either a direct or indirect procurement background. This role will focus on all indirect spend; but, the focus will be to drive strategic initiatives that boasts both internal stakeholder deliverables and external vendor management.

Client Details

Our client is a large not-for-profit organization driving the accessibility of world class education across the NYC area!

Description

* Work with internal stakeholders to understand and assess business needs

* Own and manage strategic sourcing initiatives across all indirect categories (Marketing, HR, Facilities, Office Supplies, IT Hardware, Technology, etc.)

* Manage successful contract negotiations and vendor on boarding through RFQ + RFP modeling

* Successfully support the Senior Director of Procurement and mentor a team of Analysts (growth opportunity to move into a leadership role)

* Work cross-functionally with Logistics team to manage vendor contracts per rising and falling inventory levels, leverage internal distribution channels, etc.

* Data-driven strategic decision making skills, drive constant evolution of best in class SOP's across both department and organization

Profile

* Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

* 5-7 Years of Experience in the Procurement & Supply Chain field

* Analytical Skills - RFQ and RFP experience

* Advanced Systems - Excel, ERP, Project Management Software's

* CIPS, CPSM, or PMP Certification a Plus

* Keen understanding of inventory management, distribution and fulfillment a plus

* Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment

Job Offer

* Growing team - this position will drive internal growth + promotion trajectory

* Individual Contributor role to start - opportunity to move into a people management role

* Base Salary starting around $120K (flexible based on candidate credentials)

* HYBRID working capacity - 3 days/week on site in Downtown Manhattan & 2 days fully remote

* Very generous benefits offering: 3 weeks PTO + sick time, health care benefits with large employer match, retirement savings plan, education assistance, etc.

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