Strategic Sourcing Procurement Advisor - Corporate Functions - Human Resources & Travel

HCSC Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

HCSC is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Senior Advisor to partner with enterprise leaders in solving supply and supplier challenges, driving data-driven decisions, and delivering measurable savings across Corporate Functions, especially HR & Travel.

You will own multi-step sourcing programs, negotiate MSAs/SOWs, and translate analyses into actionable strategies for technology and business leaders. Hybrid work and a strong growth trajectory are offered.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years progressive experience in indirect procurement, supplier management, category management.
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strategic and innovative thinker with strong influencing skills.
• Strong executive presence and excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Analytical thinking, business acumen, and conflict resolution abilities.

Responsibilities

• Own complex sourcing and category workstreams from definition to execution, including RFP/RFI/RFx and negotiations.
• Develop supplier agreements (MSAs, SOWs, amendments) and pricing models.
• Analyze financial and supplier data to identify trends and savings opportunities.
• Frame ambiguous questions and translate analyses into actionable recommendations.
• Present clear recommendations to business and technology leaders for decisions.
• Act as trusted advisor, challenging assumptions and aligning across functions.
• Lead cross-functional workstreams with ownership and coaching of colleagues.

Skills

Strategic thinker

Executive presence

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Influence stakeholders

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

MBA or Master’s Degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

PowerPoint

Procure-to-Pay systems

Contracting modules

Job description

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers.

Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development.

Job Summary

As a key member of the Procurement organization, the Strategic Sourcing Senior Advisor is a strategic thought partner to business and enterprise leaders, responsible for solving complex sourcing and supplier-related business problems and translating enterprise priorities into actionable strategies. The role combines structured problem solving, data-driven decision making, and stakeholder influence, and procurement expertise to drive measurable business outcomes across Corporate Functions, with a primary focus on Human Resources & Travel.

What you’ll do:

• Own complex sourcing and category workstreams from problem definition through recommendation, stakeholder alignment, and execution, including sourcing initiatives (RFP, RFI, RFx), commercial negotiations, category management activities, and supplier relationship strategies for critical enterprise spend categories
• Drive complex commercial negotiations and support the development of effective supplier agreements, including Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Amendments, resource pricing models, and supplier rate cards
• Analyze financial, supplier, market, and operational data to identify trends, quantify opportunities, and support sourcing strategies, supplier selection, savings plans, and investment decisions
• Structure ambiguous business questions and identify the analyses required to drive to actionable insights and recommendations
• Develop clear recommendations and presentations, translating complex analysis into practical actions and decisions for business and technology leaders
• Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, constructively challenging assumptions and existing approaches while building alignment across functions and levels of the organization
• Lead cross-functional workstreams with a high degree of ownership and autonomy, while collaborating effectively across teams and contributing to the development and coaching of colleagues

As an Advisor, you will gain a vast knowledge of the inner workings and operations of one of the largest healthcare plans in North America. Successful candidates should have a strong desire to learn about the healthcare industry and apply that perspective to enterprise procurement priorities.

Required Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years progressive experience in indirect procurement, supplier management, category management.
• Proficient at MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strategic and innovative thinker able to influence and advise the business areas.
• Strong executive presence with outstanding interpersonal, verbal, written communication, and presentation skills.
• Critical thinking, analytical skills and business acumen.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Consistent thought leadership.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field
• MBA or Master’s Degree
• Experience sourcing and negotiating HR & Travel engagements
• Experience negotiating complex commercial agreements, including Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), resource pricing models, and supplier rate cards
• Experience developing business cases and performing financial analysis to support sourcing strategies, supplier selection, savings plans, and investment decisions
• Experience conducting supplier benchmarking, cost modeling, and total cost of ownership analyses to identify savings and value creation opportunitiesKnowledge of corporate functions contracts across enterprise
• Strong critical thinking, business acumen, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to constructively challenge the status quo
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to translate data, facts, and logical reasoning into insights, recommendations, and decisions
• Strong executive presence with outstanding interpersonal, verbal, written communication, and presentation skills, including the ability to adjust communication style for different audiences
• Ability to influence stakeholders across functions and levels of an organization
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous and fast-paced environments while managing competing priorities
• Knowledge of e-Procurement systems and tools; experience utilizing Procure-to-Pay and Contracting modules or similar procurement systems.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business recommendations

This is a Flex (Hybrid) role: 3 days in office; 2 days work from home

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Pay Transparency Statement:

At Health Care Service Corporation, you will be part of an organization committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees to support their life outside of work. From health and wellness benefits, 401(k) savings plan, pension plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, supplemental life insurance, employee assistance program, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, plus other incentives, we offer a robust total rewards package for employees. Learn more about our benefit offerings by visiting https://careers.hcsc.com/totalrewards.

The compensation offered will vary depending on your job-related skills, education, knowledge, and experience. This role aligns with an annual incentive bonus plan subject to the terms and the conditions of the plan.

Flex employees are expected to be in the office a minimum of three days a week. Management will have discretion to modify an employee’s weekly schedule for exigent circumstances.

HCSC Employment Statement:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are a drug-free and smoke-free workplace. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of drug screening in accordance with applicable law.

Base Pay Range

$84,400.00 - $152,300.00

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