Strategic Sourcing Spec Sr
About The Position
At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist Senior within PNC’s Supply Chain organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH or Birmingham, AL. The position is primarily based in a PNC location. Responsibilities require time in the office or in the field on a regular basis. Some responsibilities may be performed remotely, at the manager’s discretion. Supports PNC's Supply Chain Management organization by assisting in the research, evaluation, negotiation, and selection of suppliers to acquire high-quality, cost-effective goods and services. Requests and reviews complex vendor proposals for goods and services. Consults with vendors to obtain optimal pricing and contractual terms. Researches and negotiates complex organizational purchases. Interfaces with internal stakeholds to interpret needs and determine accurate specifications. Prepares supplier strategies, deal strategies, financial analyses, category strategies and other required artifacts in support of the Strategic Sourcing process. PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be: Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions. Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
Requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively to all areas of the organization.
- Experience using technology platforms to support supply chain processes (ERP, S2P, risk management, etc.)
- Familiarity with the products and services provide/used by financial services organizations.
- Experience sourcing technology products and services (software, SaaS, network, etc.… )
- University / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.
- Bachelors degree
Nice To Haves
- Procurement
- Purchasing Management
- Sourcing Strategies
- Supplier Management
- Supplier Selection
- Vendor Relationships
- Vendor Risk Management
- Accuracy and Attention to Detail
- Cost-Benefit Analysis
- Effective Communications
- Industry Knowledge
- Negotiating
- Problem Solving
- Process Management
- Procurement
Responsibilities
- Manage RFx events from initial ideation through contract execution.
- Support strategic initiatives within Supply Chain Management and multiple business areas including Risk, Fraud, Business Resilience, and Supply Chain Operations.
- Manage multiple BAU projects in support of previous and current strategic engagements.
- Identifying operational and category strategies
- Contract negotiations
- Reviewing project pipeline and expiring contracts
- Supporting the processes of other areas of Supply Chain Management as needed
Benefits
- medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature)
- dental and vision options
- employee and spouse/child life insurance
- short and long-term disability protection
- 401(k) with PNC match
- pension and stock purchase plans
- dependent care reimbursement account
- back-up child/elder care
- adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
- educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
- a robust wellness program with financial incentives
- maternity and/or parental leave
- up to 11 paid holidays each year
- 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law
- between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
