Procurement Manager 3

Dexian; Idaho; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexian in Meridian, Idaho is seeking a Procurement Manager 3 to lead strategic procurement initiatives, negotiate impactful contracts, and partner with internal teams to deliver value. The role focuses on supplier negotiations, contract performance, and sourcing strategies aligned with organizational goals.

You will drive RFx processes, assess supplier proposals, and guide escalated supplier issues while collaborating with senior leadership to achieve excellence in procurement operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of strategic procurement experience, including supplier contracting and sourcing.
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships effectively.
• Strong analytical skills to assess RFx processes and supplier performance.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to collaborate across teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic procurement initiatives and negotiate impactful contracts.
• Partner with internal teams to deliver value and manage supplier relationships.
• Drive RFx processes, assess supplier proposals, and ensure contractual language meets business needs.
• Escalate and resolve supplier concerns, working with senior leadership to improve performance.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Contract negotiation

RFx processes

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

Job Description:
Job Title: Procurement Manager
Duration: 6 Months Contract (100% Onsite)
Location: Meridian, Idaho 83642

Job Overview:

We're seeking a dynamic Procurement Manager 3 to lead our strategic procurement initiatives, negotiate impactful contracts, and partner with internal teams to deliver exceptional value. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are ready to make a meaningful impact in the health insurance or health-related industry, this role is your next career opportunity.

In this pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with internal business partners to execute supplier negotiations, manage contract performance, and develop sourcing strategies that align with organizational goals. Your expertise will be instrumental in leading RFx processes, assessing supplier proposals, and ensuring contractual language supports our business needs. You will also serve as a key resource for supplier concerns, providing guidance on escalated issues and partnering with senior leadership to drive excellence.

Required Skills:

• Minimum of 7 years' strategic procurement experience, including supplier contracting and sourcing
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships effectively
• Strong analytical skills to assess RFx processes and supplier performance
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to collaborate across teams and influence stakeholders at all levels

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience within the health insurance or health-related sectors
• Knowledge of supplier market research and negotiation techniques
• Certifications related to procurement or supplier management

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience (Two years' relevant work experience equals one year of college)
• Prior experience leading negotiation and contracting processes in a complex organizational environment

Other Requirements:

• Ability to support frequent supplier and stakeholder meetings
• A proactive approach to supplier qualification and risk management

This is an outstanding opportunity to elevate your procurement career by leading strategic initiatives in a vital industry. If you're ready to bring your expertise to a forward-thinking organization and help shape procurement strategies, don't hesitate- and take the next step in your professional journey!

Dexian stands at the forefront of Talent + Technology solutions with a presence spanning more than 70 locations worldwide and a team exceeding 10,000 professionals. As one of the largest technology and professional staffing companies and one of the largest minority-owned staffing companies in the United States, Dexian combines over 30 years of industry expertise with cutting-edge technologies to deliver comprehensive global services and support.
Dexian connects the right talent and the right technology with the right organizations to deliver trajectory‑changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.To learn more, please visit https://dexian.com/.
Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.