Sr. Specialist Strategic Sourcing Equipment, Construction, Facilities

Kenna Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

A dynamic company in Philadelphia seeks a Sr. Specialist in Strategic Sourcing for Equipment and Facilities. The role requires leading commodity sourcing, negotiating contracts, and developing strategic initiatives to maximize financial benefits. Candidates should have 5-8 years of experience in sourcing or supply chain management with proven leadership and negotiation skills. A relocation package is provided, ensuring a seamless transition to a new role.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in Sourcing or Supply Chain Management or equivalent.
• Strong leadership ability and strategic thinking skills.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills for multi-million dollar contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing of commodities and services, assemble commodity teams.
• Negotiate effective contracts meeting all legal requirements.
• Research market trends and adjust sourcing strategy accordingly.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Project management

Education

BS/BA in Engineering, Supply Management, or Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Sr. Specialist Strategic Sourcing Equipment, Construction, Facilities

Full-time

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing of commodities (materials & services), leverage corporate and regional spend by assembling and leading a cross functional commodity team, develop requirements and RFP's, review and analyze proposals and bids, negotiate and secure executive approval of procurement strategies to maximize financial benefit to the company.
• Determine and acquire additional resources. Recommend appropriate contracting and sourcing practices to maximize value.
• Plan and execute transactional procurements.
• Address overall supplier performance issues. Manage the performance of others in contribution of sourcing events and implementation of strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Negotiate effective, implementable contracts with appropriate terms and conditions, meeting all legal requirements.
• Award bids and develop negotiation strategies.
• Consult with business unit leaders in proper Procurement and Supply Chain practices.
• Develop compliance plans. Promote compliance with all corporate procurement policies and procedures.
• Continually research, assess and document market characteristics and internal demand for key commodities.
• Leverage industry associations, interview suppliers.
• Research market trends and project opportunities and threats to business based on market trends and then adjust sourcing strategy to mitigate threats and capitalize on opportunities.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Engineering, Supply Management, or Business
• 5-8 years of experience in Sourcing or Supply Chain Management or equivalent in related areas including purchasing, service contracting, negotiations, and contract development.
• Strong leadership ability. Strong strategic and analytical skills. Advanced project management and financial analysis skills.
• Microsoft Office application (with emphasis on Excel and Power Point skills), demonstrated negotiation skills for multi-million dollar contracts. Knowledge of eSourcing, contracting and p2p applications (Best in class applications a plus)

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Relocation package provided.