Purchasing & Procurement Associate Director (Strategic Sourcing | Technology) - R0049352 USA

Wolters Kluwer • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

As a Purchasing & Procurement Associate Director, you will lead complex procurement projects with significant autonomy, providing expert guidance and supporting strategic planning. This role involves high-level procurement activities and aligning procurement functions with the organization's strategic vision. Work Arrangement Hybrid: Eight days a month we come together in the closest office within 50 miles to experience the value of connecting with colleagues. You will report to the Purchasing & Procurement Director, and work under the leadership of the VP & Chief Procurement Officer. This role is a part of GBS | Sourcing - Wolters Kluwer.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement.
• Experience managing various sourcing projects and dealing with different categories of goods and services.
• Large deal negotiation experience exceeding 5 million Euro or Dollars.
• Experience managing spend under management of at least 50 million.
• Hands-on experience in sourcing technology-related services, including infrastructure and software.
• Solid background in supplier management and sourcing management.
• Experience in developing and implementing sourcing strategies.
• Ability to build rapport with stakeholders and management.
• Experience working in a complex international environment.
• Excellent project management and stakeholder communication skills.
• Experience presenting in executive meetings and developing a strong executive presence.

Nice To Haves

• Track record of progression within current company, ideally being promoted to a higher role within three years.
• Experience working in a dynamic and multicultural environment across various regions.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex procurement projects with significant autonomy.
• Provide expert guidance and support strategic planning.
• Align procurement functions with the organization's strategic vision.
• Manage various sourcing projects and deal with different categories of goods and services.
• Negotiate large deals exceeding 5 million Euro or Dollars.
• Manage spend under management of at least 50 million.
• Source and procure technology-related services, including infrastructure and software.
• Manage relationships with suppliers at different tiers.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and implement effective supplier performance management processes.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to optimize procurement processes.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement transformation strategies.
• Build rapport with stakeholders, key partners, and management.
• Work in a complex international environment with a multi-divisional and business unit structure.
• Possess strong project management skills to effectively plan, execute, and monitor sourcing projects.
• Communicate complex sourcing strategies and present findings in executive meetings.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans
• 401(k)
• FSA/HSA
• Commuter Benefits
• Tuition Assistance Plan
• Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree