Contract Advisor

The Vanguard Group • Malvern, PA

19h • Hybrid

About The Position

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission. To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Requirements

• Five years related work experience.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Leads and prepares medium to high complexity strategic sourcing transactions, negotiations, and supplier selection for products and services.
• Performs supply market data analysis and recommends suppliers and vendors to the business. Identifies and is knowledgeable of industry trends and category strategies.
• Drives engagements, resolves issues, and involves stakeholders as needed. Interfaces with other sourcing operations teams, business leaders, and legal & risk partners for each transaction.
• Ensures proper closure of transactions including the successful handoff to purchasing and payables associates, the validation that suppliers will comply with agreed-upon payment terms, and that the contracting team receives documents in good order.
• Supports adherence to procurement policies and procedures. Ensures application of fair business practices and procurement of products and services at the best execution and price.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level