Strategic Sourcing Director, IT and Professional Services
CNA Insurance
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Chicago • Illinois • Pennsylvania • United States
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Salary
💰 $97,000 - $189,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Responsible for identifying, designing, and implementing sourcing solutions for IT Security, HR, and Professional Services sourcing categories
- Partners with business leaders on all phases of sourcing and contracting from project planning through execution
- Develops and drives negotiating sourcing strategies across assigned business units and categories
- Builds strategic relationships with business leaders and external suppliers/agencies to drive results and influence business decisions
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree with Master’s preferred in Business, Operations Management, Computer Science, or related discipline
- Typically a minimum of eight years related work experience
- Senior level knowledge in providing direction, consultation, and recommendations in the area of strategic sourcing and contracting
- Experience leveraging auction tools/strategies for best outcomes
- Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills
- Ability to develop tactical and long-term strategies
- Excellent project management, negotiation, and change management skills
- Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
- Access to professional development opportunities
- Accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
strategic sourcingcontractingproject managementnegotiationchange managementproblem-solvingconflict resolutionauction tools
Soft Skills
communicationpresentationtactical strategy developmentlong-term strategy developmentrelationship buildinginfluence
Certifications
Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s Degree