Category Sourcing Expert

Global Channel Management is a technology company that specializes in various types of recruiting and staff augmentation.  Our account managers and recruiters have over a decade of experience in various verticals. GCM understands the challenges companies face when it comes to the skills and experience needed to fill the void of the day to day function.  Organizations need to reduce training and labor costs but at same requiring the best "talent " for the job.

Qualifications
• Bachelor"s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or equivalent Contact Center experience
• 6+ years of demonstrated academic and/or professional leadership experience in the following:
o Experience with competitive bids and RFPs as well as direct negotiations
o Knowledge of Strategic Sourcing processes, policies, and procedures
o Experience in contract negotiations to include business, price and technical terms
o Experience in drafting contract documents required for the establishment of business content elements, e.g. SOWs, LOAs, etc.
• Experience developing resolutions to complex problems that require the frequent use of creativity.
• Project Management in complex multi-project and multi-geography environment
• Working knowledge of Sourcing Best Practices
• Strong interpersonal and client service skills
• Strong team leadership skills
• Strong analytical skills.
• Experience in data analysis and supplier assessment
• Self-motivated /self-starter with ability to work independently
• Strong oral and written communication skills with experience in influencing others
Desired Qualifications:
• Juris Doctorate, Masters, or equivalent advanced degree
• Certifications from the National Contract Management Association (NCMA)
• Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM) or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute

Duties:
Manages supplier relationships, effectively maintaining positive and ethical working relationships.

Supplier rationalization – leverages existing supplier base to appropriately consolidate services.

Collaborates closely with key business partners to understand their priorities and challenges; assess their needs on an ongoing basis; and manage their expectations.

$54//hr

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