Strategic Sourcing Contracts Manager

RSM US LLP • Kansas City, MO

131d • $102,800 - $176,000

About The Position

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM. RSM is looking for a Strategic Sourcing Contracts Manager. We are open to hiring this role in any US location.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or the equivalent through a combination of education or work experience.
• 3-5 years strategic sourcing experience.
• 3 years project management experience.
• Experience managing vendor agreements.
• Knowledge of information technology concepts.
• Knowledge of privacy concepts.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legal processes required for contract processing.
• Basic knowledge of excel, word and word processing.

Nice To Haves

• Legal degree.
• Master’s degree.
• Knowledge of contracting process workflow and automated contracting systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute vendor sourcing negotiations for projects and purchases in the range of $50,000 to $500,000 annual spend.
• Work closely with Partners, LOB Leaders, Directors, and Managers across all LOB and internal functions for RSM.
• Coordinate with RSM Leaders and external vendors to develop statements of work (SOW) for business management to hold vendors accountable to meet contract terms.
• Perform review of certain commercial vendor contracts in connection with responsibilities on the sourcing team.
• Perform review of vendor contracts, including cloud/SaaS contracts, on-premise software contracts, master service agreements and statements of work, non-disclosure agreements, and other documents related to our practice.
• Lead vendor negotiations ensuring that due diligence is conducted on vendors and contracts comply with Finance requirements.
• Leverage legal expertise to perform legal review of contracts negotiated by the sourcing team.
• Understand how vendor programs and products will be used by LOB or functions to improve operations or productivity.
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure their delivery within contract requirements.
• Provide RSM leaders with status updates.
• Coach LOB and functional leaders on negotiation tactics for best overall results.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits and compensation package.
• Flexibility in your schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees