Strategic Sourcing Consultant
Indianapolis, IN
The Strategic Sourcing Consultant is an innovative leader who is responsible for the execution and implementation of sourcing strategies and ad-hoc sourcing; performs fact-based negotiations and executions of contracts utilizing approved
terms and conditions; develops presentations, and provides project management on said contracts; as well as assisting with these same tasks for large value contracts during the strategic sourcing process
• Executes standardized strategic sourcing processes for assigned sub-categories.
• Builds and maintains strong working relationships with internal customers and key suppliers for sub-categories.
• Focuses on cost savings.
• Participates in cross-enterprise commodity teams for sub-categories and aggressively tracks and improves non-compliance preferred supplier(s).
• Participates in fact-based negotiations and executes contracts utilizing approved terms and conditions.
• Implements sourcing recommendations and develops and manages e-procurement catalog content.
• Consults with internal and external business partners to develop key strategies to achieve maximum success.
• Develops, documents, and maintains process maps for assigned process.
• Monitors and tracks performance and compliance to standards for assigned processes.
• Focuses on cost savings.
Requires a BA/BS; 5 years of experience in sourcing/supplier selection with at least 3 years experience with negotiation
of pricing and contract terms and conditions; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an
equivalent background. MBA preferred. CPM preferred.
• The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a commitment to innovation, solid core sourcing skills and has the
ability to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment where the ability to maintain a strategic approach is key.
• Knowledge and experience in sourcing
• Negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytic and research skills
• Financial analysis experience
• Effective leadership skills
• Project management experience
• Vendor Relations experience
• Strong Excel and Powerpoint