Senior Procurement Supply Chain Sourcing Specialist

Western Governors University

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you’re committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career. Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families. The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: Grade: Professional 311 Pay Range: $97,100.00 - $145,600.00 Job Description Job Duties

Requirements

Knowledge of the principles and practices of purchasing, including purchasing ethics and standards
Understanding of the use of PO’s versus contracts
Understanding of the competitive bidding process
Understanding of key PO/contract terms and conditions
More complex knowledge of cost/pricing analysis
Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to moving priorities
Strong negotiation and organizational skills, including basic understanding of how to negotiate business terms with suppliers (i.e., price, delivery, quality, payment).
Excellent decision-making skills
Excellent skills in Microsoft Office products
Working knowledge of current market conditions, pricing, and sources of supply
Understanding of how to develop SLA’s and KPI’s
Understanding of how to develop various sourcing approaches and strategies
Knowledge of how to structure and lead moderate to complex negotiations
Comprehensive understanding of the entire source to pay process
Advanced knowledge of developing specifications and SOW’s
Ability to lead complex, cross-functional sourcing events, driving to successful conclusion
Demonstrated knowledge of category management principles
Advanced comprehension of contract terms and conditions
Bachelor's Degree
6 years of procurement or other supply chain experience
Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements.
Generally, equivalent relevant experience is defined as 1 year of experience for 1 year of education and is the discretion of the hiring manager.
Must currently reside in, or be willing to relocate to, the Raleigh, North Carolina area within 90 days of offer acceptance.
Ability to work on‑site at the Raleigh, NC office four (4) days per week with the option to work remotely on Fridays, as scheduled by the department.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree
CPSM Professional Certification

Responsibilities

Leads strategic sourcing events.
Processes requisitions and purchase orders as needed.
Coordinates with other departments including finance and legal for the negotiation and implementation of the contracts, acting as a liaison to resolve any issues.
Reviews and ensures specifications are ready for an external audience across a variety of categories.
Processes contracts, RFx, or purchase order requests.
Monitors current market conditions to ensure competitive pricing.
Leads in the negotiating of contracts, terms/pricing; ensures best prices and services are obtained in assigned areas of responsibility.
Establishes effective forecasting, trend analysis, and monitors markets to predict business needs.
Administers purchasing systems as needed.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

bonuses
medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare
health savings account and flexible spending account
basic and voluntary life insurance
disability coverage
accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages
legal and identity theft coverage
retirement savings plan
wellbeing program
discounted WGU tuition
flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave