Strategic Sourcing Spec Sr

PNC; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

PNC is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist Senior to join its Supply Chain team, based in Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH or Birmingham, AL. The role involves managing RFx events, leading strategic sourcing initiatives, and coordinating with risk, fraud and resilience teams.

Some remote work may be approved by the manager. The position is a senior individual contributor role requiring 3+ years of relevant experience, with a focus on supplier strategy, negotiations and project leadership across

Qualifications

• University degree required; 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience in procurement, sourcing strategies, and vendor management.
• Familiarity with ERP/S2P systems and risk management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage RFx events from ideation through contract execution.
• Support strategic initiatives across Supply Chain Management and related areas.
• Handle multiple BAU projects for ongoing strategic engagements.
• Identify operational and category strategies; conduct negotiations and contract reviews.
• Prepare supplier strategies, deal strategies, financial analyses and other artifacts.

Skills

Procurement

Purchasing Management

Sourcing Strategies

Supplier Management

Vendor Selection

Vendor Risk Management

Communication

Negotiation

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP platforms

S2P platforms

Job description

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist Senior within PNC's Supply Chain organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH or Birmingham, AL.

The position is primarily based in a PNC location. Responsibilities require time in the office or in the field on a regular basis. Some responsibilities may be performed remotely, at the manager's discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic
• Manage RFx events from initial ideation through contract execution.
• Support strategic initiatives within Supply Chain Management and multiple business areas including Risk, Fraud, Business Resilience, and Supply Chain Operations.
• Manage multiple BAU projects in support of previous and current strategic engagements.
• Identifying operational and category strategies
• Contract negotiations
• Reviewing project pipeline and expiring contracts
• Supporting the processes of other areas of Supply Chain Management as needed

What should you expect in this role

• This is a senior individual contributor role
• Daily- manage multiple projects across various business areas while connecting with business partners and other members of the supply chain team.
• Weekly - proactively facilitating project movement, leading steering committees, embracing personal and career growth opportunities.
• Monthly/quarterly - reporting to executive leadership in multiple areas to ensure visibility and strategic alignment.

Key Criteria for success in this role

• Ability to communicate effectively to all areas of the organization.
• Experience using technology platforms to support supply chain processes (ERP, S2P, risk management, etc.)
• Familiarity with the products and services provide/used by financial services organizations.
• Experience sourcing technology products and services (software, SaaS, network, etc.... )

This position may be eligible for remote work in select geographic locations, subject to approval by PNC. If approved, work must be conducted from a quiet, secure, and confidential home-based workspace. Occasional in-office participation may be required based on business needs.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

Supports PNC's Supply Chain Management organization by assisting in the research, evaluation, negotiation, and selection of suppliers to acquire high-quality, cost-effective goods and services.

Requests and reviews complex vendor proposals for goods and services.

Consults with vendors to obtain optimal pricing and contractual terms. Researches and negotiates complex organizational purchases.

Interfaces with internal stakeholds to interpret needs and determine accurate specifications.

Prepares supplier strategies, deal strategies, financial analyses, category strategies and other required artifacts in support of the Strategic Sourcing process.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

• Procurement
• Purchasing Management
• Sourcing Strategies
• Supplier Management
• Vendor Selection
• Vendor Risk Management

Competencies

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail
• Cost-Benefit Analysis
• Effective Communications
• Industry Knowledge
• Negotiating
• Problem Solving
• Process Management
• Procurement

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Language Assessments

No Required or Preferred Language Assessments

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $75,000.00 - $125,000.00

Salaries may vary based on geogra