Strategic Sourcing Procurement Sr Advisor - Professional Services - Management Consulting

hcsc; United States; Híbrido; USD 120 000 - 160 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

HCSC is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Senior Advisor to partner with business and technology leaders. You will solve complex supplier-related problems and translate priorities into actionable strategies, focusing on IT consulting and services while avoiding hardware/software procurement.

You will own sourcing streams, negotiate MSAs/SOWs, analyze data to shape savings plans, and influence across functions. The role requires a strong procurement background and executive presence.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years progressive experience in 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.

Responsabilidades

• Own complex sourcing and category workstreams from problem definition through recommendation, stakeholder alignment, and execution, including sourcing initiatives (RFP, RFI, RFx) and supplier relationship strategies.
• Drive complex commercial negotiations and support the development of effective supplier agreements including MSAs, 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, 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 for business and technology leaders.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, challenging assumptions while building alignment across functions and levels.
• Lead cross-functional workstreams with ownership and autonomy, mentoring colleagues.

Conhecimentos

Strategic thinker

Executive presence

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Conflict resolution

Leadership

Influence stakeholders

Formação académica

Bachelor's Degree

MBA or Master's Degree

Ferramentas

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

MS PowerPoint

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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 technology 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 Professional Services, with a primary focus on IT Consulting, IT Managed Services, IT Outsourcing, and related technology-enabled services. This position does not support the procurement of IT hardware or software.

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
• 8+ years progressive experience in 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:

• Bachelors Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Engineer, or a related field
• MBA or Master's Degree
• Experience sourcing and negotiating Management Consulting 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 opportunities
• Knowledge of Outsourcing services and technology-enables service delivery models
• 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 tool; 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