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We are seeking a skilled Procurement Analyst/Consultant/Specialist to support strategic sourcing and category management initiatives within a fast-paced enterprise environment. This role serves as a subject matter expert in procurement strategy, contract negotiation, and supplier management, helping drive value across labor, materials, equipment, and services. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capabilities, negotiation expertise, and experience working cross-functionally to deliver high-impact sourcing solutions.Responsibilities
- Lead sourcing and procurement activities for complex, high-value goods and services
- Analyze business requirements and align procurement strategies to meet organizational goals
- Execute strategic sourcing initiatives, including RFPs/RFQs/RFX processes
- Support and contribute to category management strategy development
- Conduct market, supplier, and spend analysis to inform sourcing decisions
- Lead cross-functional teams through sourcing events and contract execution
- Develop and execute negotiation strategies; lead supplier negotiations
- Draft and manage contracts, including pricing, scope, performance metrics, and terms & conditions
- Ensure contract compliance and manage supplier performance
- Mitigate risk and maximize contract value through effective contract administration
- Coordinate delivery logistics for equipment and materials, including transportation and storage
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
- Partner with shared services teams to ensure alignment with procurement strategies
- Manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, or related field
- OR equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
- Experience level based on role:
- Analyst: 3+ years of procurement, sourcing, or customer-facing experience
- Consultant: 5+ years of relevant experience, including cross-functional collaboration
- Specialist: 7+ years of experience in procurement, contract management, supply chain, or related field
- Experience with strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Experience in category management and strategic sourcing methodologies
- Industry experience in utilities, manufacturing, construction, or similar sectors
- Background in contract management, legal/paralegal support, or supplier risk management
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive sourcing initiatives
- Experience working with procurement systems, spend analytics, and sourcing tools
- Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and negotiate favorable business outcomes