Strategic Sourcing Specialist — Maximize Contract Value

verizon; Limerick; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Verizon is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist in a hybrid role based in Ireland. The role oversees development and execution of sourcing contracts to optimize total contract value, coordinating with legal and procurement teams and managing supplier relationships.

You will negotiate terms, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure compliant contract management while focusing on cost, time, and quality across multiple categories.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in procurement, sourcing or supply chain.
• Certifications in CPSM/CPM/CIPS.
• Experience leading meetings/conference calls and give presentations to small audiences.
• Knowledge of Verizon approved AI Tools like Gemini and Gemini Notebook.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing contracts across enterprise to achieve best total contract value.
• Negotiate and execute sourcing contracts with various Verizon business teams.
• Lead cross-functional teams and manage contract lifecycle with legal and procurement stakeholders.
• Ensure supplier due diligence and effective contract administration to mitigate risk.

Skills

Presentation skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in procurement/supply chain

CPSM/CPM/CIPS certifications

Tools

Ariba

SAP

Google Suite

Microsoft Suite

Gemini

Gemini Notebook

Job description

Verizon is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist in a hybrid role based in Ireland. The role oversees development and execution of sourcing contracts to optimize total contract value, coordinating with legal and procurement teams and managing supplier relationships.

You will negotiate terms, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure compliant contract management while focusing on cost, time, and quality across multiple categories.