Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Sr

Country Financial•Minneapolis, MN

49d•$76,000 - $104,500

About The Position

Responsible for the company's strategic sourcing activities. Evaluates and recommends sourcing events by analyzing enterprise and business area specific spend, end-user activity, strategic supplier partnerships and the marketplace. Issues requests for information and proposals. Evaluates bidder responses and makes commercial recommendations. Negotiates with vendors and suppliers to obtain best overall value agreements and determines if proposed contract changes and modifications are in the best interest of COUNTRY complying with company, state and federal rules and regulations. Manages supplier relationships and monitors contract performance. Works closely with internal business areas and stakeholders to assess internal requirements and supplier performance. Manages audit requests, contract dispute resolution, and overall supplier relationships. Leads supplier business reviews.

Requirements

Typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training.

Responsibilities

Uses the 5-step sourcing process to guide the development, issuance, and evaluation of vendor proposals.
Recommends and prepares documentation supporting an award decisions and negotiation strategies.
Manages and mitigates supplier risk through the creation of risk assessments and mitigation plans, participates in ongoing risk management activities, document policies and standards, and promote vendor risk awareness.
Identifies and manages strategic suppliers and agreements and implements strategies to address deficiencies in service and performance, and resolution of contractual disputes and audits.