Strategic Sourcing Specialist

📋 Description

• Assist in the development, distribution, and assessment of Sourcing Events (RFI/RFP/Targeted Quoting/Direct Negotiation).

• Collaborate with the Manager of Strategic Sourcing to negotiate and finalize pricing, quality, and delivery that meet customer needs.

• Execute sourcing strategies in partnership with the Manager of Strategic Sourcing.

• Cultivate in-depth knowledge of all facility maintenance trades across various clients.

• Establish and nurture relationships with essential Service Providers, Equipment Manufacturers, and Part Suppliers.

• Create and sustain relationships with critical internal teams such as Sales, Account Management, and Operations to promote cross-functional collaboration and efficiency.

• Work alongside Marketplace Operations to pinpoint top-tier providers to ensure an optimal balance of quality, cost, and service.

• Assist Sales in delivering Directional/Estimate pricing for prospective clients.

• Identify opportunities to lower costs or enhance value in existing Preventative Maintenance programs for all clients.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 3 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Contract Negotiation, and Vendor Management.

• Experience in Facility Maintenance and Trade sourcing is advantageous.

• Strong problem-solving abilities to tackle and resolve complex issues.

• Demonstrated experience collaborating with large, complex Service Providers.

• Leadership and communication skills that effectively influence decision-making.

• Proven track record of working well with cross-functional teams, particularly in Sales, Account Management, Customer Success, and Product.

• A positive, proactive, and inspiring attitude.

• Exceptional negotiation and influencing capabilities.

• Ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while ensuring high-quality deliverables and meticulous attention to detail.

• Self-motivated and directed in a dynamic and fast-moving setting.

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business or Supply Chain Management.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance.

• Health Savings Account (HSA).

• 401(k) retirement plan.