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Strategic Sourcing Specialist
- DivIHN Integration Inc
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Naperville, IL
CONTRACTOR
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DivIHN (pronounced “divine”) is a CMMI ML3-certified Technology and Talent solutions firm. Driven by a unique Purpose, Culture, and Value Delivery Model, we enable meaningful connections between talented professionals and forward-thinking organizations. Since our formation in 2002, organizations across commercial and public sectors have been trusting us to help build their teams with exceptional temporary and permanent talent.
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For further inquiries regarding the following opportunity, please contact one of our Talent Specialists
Samreen | 2243034454
Arun | 2245071292
Varsha | 6308470953
Title: Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Location: Naperville, IL (This Candidate must be Chicago/Naperville-based)
Duration: (06/13/2024-12/31/2024) Through EOY. There is an opportunity for contract extension past that based on performance.
The hybrid schedule will begin with onsite once a week and then beginning May 1st- onsite Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Description
The Strategic Sourcing Specialist for Information Technology will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for the client's post-spinoff IT products and services. These sourcing strategies and negotiations will deliver on the required cost-effectiveness, efficiency and reliability metrics. This includes managing the entire sourcing process, from identifying potential suppliers to negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
Key Responsibilities- Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and agreements, optimizing costs without compromising quality or service levels
- Facilitating dialogue between leadership teams (IT and Procurement) to formulate and implement strategies that align client and operating company business objectives, sourcing decisions, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for IT products and services, including hardware, software, telecom and professional services.
- Identify and evaluate potential suppliers and negotiate contracts to ensure the best value for the company.
- Executing advanced standard Sourcing and Category Management concepts, practices, and procedures
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure alignment with sourcing strategies.
- Monitor market trends and developments to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as relevant laws and regulations.
- Data analysis and critical thinking, by translating, analyzing and creating solutions from advanced financial modeling and other available data sources. This will drive prioritization and negotiation strategies.
- Developing, building alignment around, and executing negotiation strategies
- Evaluate and address risk factors related to sourcing activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic IT sourcing, procurement, or a related field, with a focus on software and services.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in strategic telecom and network sourcing and procurement.- Demonstrated Sourcing experience leading software and IT services negotiations, RFx's, conducting supplier management activities, and managing an IT sourcing category. This includes managing vendor and contract negotiations from large vendors (Microsoft, SAP, etc) to small vendors.
- Deep understanding of IT-relevant industry standards and market trends including strategic issues that may impact how large corporations acquire and implement IT services and products.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Excellent analytical, evaluation and problem-solving skills.
- Proactive, persuasive, and results-oriented, with a can-do attitude in meeting deadlines
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
- Extensive experience working in a team-oriented environment.
- Experience with post-divestiture IT contract negotiations is preferred.
About Us
DivIHN, the 'IT Asset Performance Services' organization, provides Professional Consulting, Custom Projects, and Professional Resource Augmentation services to clients in the Mid-West and beyond. The strategic characteristics of the organization are Standardization, Specialization, and Collaboration.
DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer. DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status. - 6 Days Ago
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- DivIHN Integration Inc
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
- For further inquiries regarding the following opportunity, please contact one of our Talent SpecialistsSamreen | 2243034454Arun | 2245071292Varsha | 6308470953 Title: Strategic Sourcing SpecialistDura...
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