About the Position

We are looking to add a Procurement Specialist to our growing Global Procurement team. In this newly created role, you’ll provide end-to-end sourcing and procurement support for technology services in the Americas, which includes SaaS, cloud-based, IT, co-location, and telecom.

Responsibilities of the role will include:

Collaborating with internal stakeholders to anticipate needs and manage renewals, ensuring alignment on key project requirements and expected outcomes
Cultivating robust vendor partnerships through effective communication and ensuring supplier performance aligns with business goals
Negotiating and redlining agreements in collaboration with our legal team
Using creative negotiation strategies and tactics to engage with vendors and formulating contracts that encompass our needs while ensuring compliance and protection of our interests
Executing full-cycle RFP processes, from development to bid analysis and award
Efficiently issuing purchase orders and reconciling any invoicing discrepancies

About You

5-10 years of related experience, with a deep understanding of RFPs, MSAs, and SOWs
Exceptional communicator; can articulate complex procurement terms and conditions
An independent worker who is confident and effective, even when direction is limited
Can work effectively amidst complex and ambiguous scenarios
Strong negotiator; capable of both working collaboratively and leading project management activities
Can manage both strategic projects and operational tasks, like generating purchase orders
Proficient with P2P systems (e.g., Oracle, Ariba, Coupa, Workday)
Wants to understand both the macro-level strategies and micro-level details of the procurement process
Flexible and willing to contribute to various categories or regions as needed

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