Strategic Sourcing Advisor for Higher Education

E&I Cooperative Service, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A procurement consultancy in education seeks a Sourcing Consultant to guide educational institutions in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin. The role requires at least 7 years of higher education procurement experience and offers the chance to influence decision-makers. You will deliver insights into procurement best practices and strategies while fostering relationships with member institutions, aimed at driving operational efficiency and cost control. This position entails travel to various member institutions approximately 30-35% of the time.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in higher education procurement.
• Experience in sales or consulting to higher education procurement professionals is preferred.
• Deep understanding of procurement and strategic sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor for E&I members.
• Guide members toward transformative procurement strategies.
• Deliver consultations on procurement best practices.

Skills

Influencing high-level decision makers

Strategic conversations

Data interpretation

Relationship building

Business analysis tools

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A procurement consultancy in education seeks a Sourcing Consultant to guide educational institutions in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin. The role requires at least 7 years of higher education procurement experience and offers the chance to influence decision-makers. You will deliver insights into procurement best practices and strategies while fostering relationships with member institutions, aimed at driving operational efficiency and cost control. This position entails travel to various member institutions approximately 30-35% of the time.