Senior Procurement Consultant (100% Remote)

The Mom Project; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support their business needs on a contract basis. This role offers 100% remote work, allowing candidates to thrive in a flexible environment. You will be responsible for managing the vendor lifecycle, from negotiation to performance management, ensuring effective supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a proven ability to develop strategic sourcing initiatives. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, and make a meaningful impact in the financial services sector.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of category management and vendor management experience.
• Operational experience in technology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor lifecycle including contract development and negotiation.
• Develop negotiation strategies and manage vendor performance.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Regulatory Compliance

Cyber Security

Critical Thinking

Negotiation Strategies

Category Management

Client Services

Finance

Planning

Writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting/Finance, MIS, Engineering

Job description

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

40 hrs/wk

Contract (w2)

Remote work yes (100%)

Travel not required

May 12, 2025

End date

December 12, 2025

Superpower

Operations

Capabilities

Supply Chain Management

Buying / Procurement

Preferred skills

Regulatory Compliance

Cyber Security

Category Management

Writing

Critical Thinking

Category Strategy

Finance

Negotiation Strategies

Network Storage

Planning

Long-Term Care Insurance

Client Services

Investments

Disability Income

Preferred industry experience

5 - 8 years of experience

Our Customer is an American financial services mutual organization based in Milwaukee. The financial security company provides consultation on wealth and asset income protection, education planning, retirement planning, investment advisory services, financial planning trust and private client services, estate planning and business planning. Its products include life insurance, permanent life insurance, disability income, and long-term care insurance; annuities; investments; and investment advisory products and services.

Our Customer is looking for a Procurement Specialist on a contract basis to help support their business needs. This role is 100% remote. Candidates within the greater Milwaukee metro area are preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities:

• Accountable for the execution of all processes and procedures encompassing the entire vendor lifecycle and framework, such as contract development, negotiation, execution and post-signature management
• Partner with and provide consultation to business partners, and functional area leadership identifying vendor management opportunities and initiatives supporting the balance of risk and maximization of the supplier value proposition
• Strategic Sourcing - support the overarching technology spend category strategies and sourcing engagement strategies; oversee key strategic vendor sourcing initiatives; execute RFx activities and negotiate technology Hardware (Server, Network, Storage, PC Hardware, AV, print) and Telecom (wire & wireline) vendor space
• Contract Lifecycle Management- direct the overall evaluation, selection, transition and monitoring of contractual agreements
• Vendor Risk Management - manage the process to ensure that proper level of due diligence is performed in preventing and mitigating/managing risk by engaging appropriate stakeholders; partner with client areas to develop tactics and strategies for vendor risk mitigation
• Relationship Management - direct the process of measuring and monitoring vendor performance, ensuring effective vendor relationships; partner with client areas to develop performance improvement plans, resolve vendor issues, develop contingency plans, and/or initiate disengagement, when appropriate
• Develop negotiation strategies using cost/benefit analysis, should-cost modeling, market research, etc., lead negotiation efforts on new deals with cross-functional teams to achieve optimum results (i.e. costs, quality, terms).
• Manages, minimizes and mitigates supply/contractual/regulatory risk using key functions where appropriate (Legal, Compliance, Data Privacy, Cybersecurity, Audit etc.)
• Build strong working relationships with various cross-functional groups across the enterprise, monitor partner satisfaction, and establish partner relationships to create synergies across accounts.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis in Business, Accounting/Finance, MIS, Engineering or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 3-5 years of relevant category management, strategic sourcing, and vendor management experience
• Operational and/or procurement experience in technology (Software, SaaS, Cloud computing, etc.) is preferred • Proven ability to arrive at unique solutions to complex issues
• Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze, and effectively advise on strategic issues to senior and department management for potential actions and results
• Proven ability to cultivate and manage relationships with key internal personnel at various levels of the organization, external clients and vendors; ability to build strong external networks with individuals in the industry and/or professional organizations
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Superior verbal and written communication skills

We offer a competitive salary range for this position. Most candidates who join our team are hired at the median of this range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Please Note: In order to create a safe, productive work environment, our client is requiring all contractors who plan to be onsite to be fully vaccinated according to the CDC guidelines. Prior to coming into our offices, contractors will be required to attest that they are fully vaccinated.

Contractor benefits are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Available upon completion of waiting period for eligible engagements)

Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States and are required to have U.S. residency at the time of application.

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