Procurement Consultant/Sourcing/Vendor Management/Contract/Supply Chain

01 Jun 2024

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Position : Procurement ConsultantLocation : Washington DC Direct Client RequirementThe Consultant will support the management of our key Vendors in alignment with agreed financial outcomes, as well as business vision and strategy, and will be assigned to support the management of specific vendors and/or contracts at a global level, partnering with the business owners.• 4 - year college degree• At least 5 years of experience• 3 years negotiating and managing vendors• Minimum of 3 years of either sourcing and/or vendor management experience• Work experience in Category Management, Supply Chain, Vendor Management or Procurement• Comprehensive knowledge of procurement policies and regulations• Strong advocate, familiarity and technical competence with P2P management software (Peoplesoft)• Competency to manage priorities in delivery, product demands, and procurement timelines through analytical capabilities General knowledge of accounting, finance, marketing, and logistics• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.• Experience effectively prioritizing and executing tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial.Execute on vendor specific management strategies• Support vendor performance reviews for strategic / complex relationships• Manage the contracting process between outsourced vendors, legal, and the key stakeholders, and finance• Collaborate with key business stakeholders to understand business requirements and vendor performance and implement appropriate vendor management strategies• Ensure compliance with enterprise policies and procedures• Deliver financial optimization by driving compliance to contractual agreements