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Procurement and Sourcing Specialist

Procurement and Sourcing Specialist

CompanyLA28
LocationLos Angeles, CA, USA
Salary$85000 – $115000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 – 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing execution
  • Strong negotiation skills and experience in conducting a variety of RFx and competitive bidding events
  • Excellent analytical and organizational abilities
  • Proficiency in procurement software and tools (e.g., Workday Strategic Sourcing, Excel)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management or professional certification (e.g., CPSM, MBA) is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Execute strategic sourcing events/RFx efficiently and in line with the functional area procurement and operations timeline
  • Lead the execution of the end-to-end process from bidder identification through scoring and award recommendation
  • Develop negotiation strategies, as appropriate for the goods or services being sourced
  • Drive favorable terms and conditions into the contracting process and develop opportunities for cost savings and risk mitigation through the sourcing and contracting processes
  • Work cross-functionally to incorporate requirements from enabling functional areas including finance, sustainability, risk, technology, and impact

Preferred Qualifications

  • Flexibility to work evenings and on weekends as needed
  • Ability to adapt to changing timelines and to be able to reprioritize based on evolving category needs