Strategic Sourcing Consultant, Pro Services & Contracts

Principal Financial Group; Des Moines, Charlotte (IA, NC); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Pension eligibility

Job summary

Principal Financial Group in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Sourcing Consultant to join our Global Sourcing team. You will develop strategic consulting and professional services contracts and build partnerships with business partners and suppliers.

You will lead end-to-end sourcing, analyze data, and influence leaders to drive category strategies and business outcomes. This hybrid role offers in-office or remote options within Des Moines or Charlotte.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience in sourcing, contract negotiation, or contract law.
• Experience with strategic sourcing principles, supplier management, and contract negotiation.
• Proven ability to manage contracts and partner with stakeholders to deliver sourcing outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing and supplier management for medium-to-high complexity needs.
• Coach and influence leaders to promote effective category strategies.
• Collaborate with business partners to deliver solutions and outcomes.
• Support category management objectives and internal compliance.
• Analyze data to identify insights and support decision-making.
• Manage contracts and relationships with suppliers.

Skills

Strategic sourcing principles

Contract negotiation

Supplier management

Professional services spend analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

Principal Financial Group in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Sourcing Consultant to join our Global Sourcing team. You will develop strategic consulting and professional services contracts and build partnerships with business partners and suppliers.

You will lead end-to-end sourcing, analyze data, and influence leaders to drive category strategies and business outcomes. This hybrid role offers in-office or remote options within Des Moines or Charlotte.