Remote Procurement Lead: Strategic Sourcing & Outsourcing

Humana, Inc.; Augusta (ME); Remote; USD 104,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Humana, Inc. is seeking a Procurement Lead to drive strategic sourcing, outsourcing strategy, and supplier performance across the organization.

You will partner with senior leaders to shape business cases, design sourcing approaches, and deliver measurable value while navigating complex contracts and governance structures. The role requires strong analytical rigor, executive presence, and the ability to influence stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in strategic sourcing or procurement
• 3+ years leading end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives (RFIs/RFPs/RFQs)
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex contracts
• Experience with professional services, technology, or enterprise categories
• Strong financial and analytical capabilities and business-case development

Responsibilities

• Lead outsourcing and strategic sourcing initiatives from opportunity assessment to value realization
• Develop multi-year category and sourcing strategies using spend analysis and market intel
• Design and lead RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs incl. supplier evaluation and negotiations
• Advise senior leadership with clear, data-driven business cases and recommendations
• Draft, negotiate, and execute contracts with cross-functional teams
• Manage strategic suppliers and establish governance and performance mechanisms
• Advance supplier diversity and responsible sourcing practices

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Procurement

Category management

Supply chain

Contracting

Data analysis

Executive presence

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, business, supply chain

Job description

Humana, Inc. is seeking a Procurement Lead to drive strategic sourcing, outsourcing strategy, and supplier performance across the organization.

You will partner with senior leaders to shape business cases, design sourcing approaches, and deliver measurable value while navigating complex contracts and governance structures. The role requires strong analytical rigor, executive presence, and the ability to influence stakeholders.