Strategic Procurement Lead — Hybrid/Remote

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); Hybrid; USD 61.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Rochester in Rochester, NY is seeking a Sr Procurement Category Specialist to lead contract portfolios, negotiate terms, and implement enterprise-wide sourcing strategies. You will develop supplier relationships and drive cost savings across multiple spend categories.

Essential duties include evaluating bids, conducting value analyses, and collaborating with Legal and Risk Management to minimize risk while maximizing value.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience with procurement and contracts preferred.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills required.

Aufgaben

• Manages a portfolio of contracts and negotiates terms for new and renewal agreements.
• Implements enterprise-wide strategic sourcing plans across multiple sites.
• Develops business plans and relationships with internal customers and suppliers to maximize value.
• Evaluates spend categories, reports savings, and collaborates with departmental leaders to mitigate risk.
• Negotiates terms, conducts bid analysis, and ensures compliance with policies and regulations.
• Leads and participates in sourcing projects, and communicates with Legal and Risk Management as needed.

Kenntnisse

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Fast learner

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

University of Rochester in Rochester, NY is seeking a Sr Procurement Category Specialist to lead contract portfolios, negotiate terms, and implement enterprise-wide sourcing strategies. You will develop supplier relationships and drive cost savings across multiple spend categories.

Essential duties include evaluating bids, conducting value analyses, and collaborating with Legal and Risk Management to minimize risk while maximizing value.