Analysis Skills, Bid Analysis, Business Skills, Category Management, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Contract Review, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Documentation Standards, Finance, Information Technology Consulting, Legal, Legal Support Skills, Maintain Compliance, Market Analysis, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Management, Professional Services, Purchasing/Procurement, Request for Proposals (RFP), Requirements Management, Risk Analysis, Sourcing Strategy, Supply Chain, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Writing Skills
Job Description:
This position will support sourcing, contracting, and category management activities for Professional Services. The initial focus will be on RFP execution, supplier negotiations, and contract support. Over the course of the assignment, responsibilities may expand to include broader category management activities based on business priorities and demonstrated capability.
The role will work closely with internal business partners, Legal, Finance, and Procurement to ensure sourcing activities are executed in accordance with Client procurement policies, governance standards, and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities:
- Support and lead RFP/RFQ activities, including requirements development, supplier coordination, proposal evaluation, and award documentation.
- Support and/or lead supplier negotiations, including pricing, commercial terms, and service agreements.
- Coordinate with Legal on contract drafting, review, amendments, and execution.
- Partner with business stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure alignment with sourcing strategies and timelines.
- Support supplier engagement activities and issue resolution as required.
- Provide regular status updates, risk identification, and recommendations to Procurement and business stakeholders.
- Conduct market and supplier analysis to support sourcing decisions.
- Support assigned category management activities, with scope potentially expanding over time.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, documentation standards, and audit requirements.
- Support continuous improvement of sourcing and contracting processes.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field.
- 7 10 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, contracting, or professional services.
- Demonstrated experience supporting or leading RFPs, supplier negotiations, and contract execution.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with procurement and contract management tools preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting Professional Services categories (e.g., consulting, IT services, managed services).
- Experience supporting or performing category management activities.
- Experience working within an enterprise or regulated procurement environment.
Skills / Competencies:
- Strong negotiation and commercial acumen.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail with a compliance-focused mindset.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating cross-functionally.
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Alliance Sourcing Network
At Alliance Sourcing Network we are committed to providing a variety of staffing and recruiting solutions. We specialize in the placement of Technical and Professional Consultants. We offer direct placement, contract to hire, and consulting solutions. Our professionals have served the needs of many industries including: Financial Advertising Construction Insurance Manufacturing Medical Energy Pharmaceutical Telecommunications Transportation At Alliance Sourcing Network we have the capability and functionality with our staff to customize our services to meet your specific needs. We are committed to providing your business with the right solution. Because every client situation is unique, Alliance Sourcing Network provides many staffing options and a range of related services to address your human resources requirements. These include: Contract Staff Augmentation Contract-to-Hire Staffing Direct Placement Payroll Services Pre-Employment Drug Testing and Background Investigation Services Pre – Employment Skills Testing Vendor Management Solutions Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Does this sound like a company you would want working for you? Do not hesitate to contact our office at 201-438-2005 to schedule a fee consultation; whether you are looking to hire or advance in your career. We can strategize The Complete Sourcing Solution!
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