Tasks and Responsibilities:

Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal, client and supplier stakeholders
Managing the daily activities within the procurement process, serving as the primary interface with business owners and supplier representatives
Execute sourcing projects (i.e. spot buy, RFx, Single Source) using the client and the internal systems and complying with clients policies & procedures. Supporting and run RFI, RFP, RFQ, eAuction; creating and managing events in e-sourcing tool
Sourcing of Indirect Procurement Professional Services category globally
Drafting contracts based on the clients standard terms and conditions
Negotiating contractual terms with vendors
Adhering to the clients corporate standards, including using the defined sourcing tools and processes in the delivery of sourcing initiatives
Ensuring the functional KPIs, SLAs and other performance objectives are met
Proactively looking for optimization opportunities. Identify ways to improve related business-as-usual processes
Support analysis of proposals and producing recommendations
Negotiate deals to achieve optimal commercial, specification, compliance and contractual outcomes
Day-to-day operational process management and support of relevant operational and P2P processes to ensure accurate and timely ordering and receipt of goods and services

Requirements:

University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain Management or equal (bachelors degree)
Experienced in Sourcing Operations and Procurement processes and best practice
Minimum (7+ years) of progressive experience in indirect procurement with preferred 1+ years in specific category of Professional Services in an international (corporate) environment
Experience in review, negotiation, and execution of contracts with vendors with strong negotiation skills.
Experienced in conducting tenders (RFI, RFP, RFQ)
Specific know-how in Sourcing of Consulting, Personnel Services, Audit, Tax and other professional services is preferred.
Problem-solving, relationship management, escalation management and influencing skills with a strong customer-service orientation
Good interpersonal, analytical, communication skills. A delivery-focused sourcer and a team player. Ability to multi-task and perform under pressure
Previous experience in working with any of the Source to Contract tools: SAP, Ariba, Ivalua, etc. (preferred)
Excellent English - written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office

Sourcing Professional Services (Procurement)