Proactively qualify leads for new/additional business to ensure pipeline stays full
Develop negotiation strategies and participate in negotiations with vendors on price, delivery, terms, etc.
Provide supporting data and analytics to ensure informed decisions are made when choosing vendors
Conduct data analysis to support management of vendor base; provide in-depth vendor performance analysis
Uncover/understand client objectives, challenges and needs by performing regular client needs assessments
Proactively and reactively manage vendor relationships; leverage internal resources to enhance relationships with SMS vendor base
Minimize cost and maximize value in the sourcing process via leveraging strategic sourcing, negotiations, etc.
Maintain an awareness of latest buying techniques, theories, best practices, trends, legislative issues and market competitiveness information and leverage these to drive bottom-line improvements
Assist leadership in the development of department performance objectives; monitor activities against department objectives and submit performance reports to management
Ensure appropriate audit trails are embedded in sourcing processes, for internal audit and performance management purposes
Identify challenges related to processes, tools and policies for the department; implement changes as necessary to resolved challenges
Ensure compliance with policies and programs in alignment with sourcing strategy
Ensure the effective delivery of initiatives, programs and directives in accordance with sourcing strategy and financial business plans
Ensure that sourcing processes and policies are in line with business processes
Develop and deliver presentations to leadership and vendors, as required on strategies, programs, practices and issues
Interact cross-functionally with all other departments and serve as an effective and value-added service for the entire organization
Collaborate with other internal departments on catalog pricing and implementation
Meet with internal departments on a regular basis to ensure vendor strategies are on track and achieving customer goals and expectations
Handles moderately complex issues and problems with a sense of urgency; appropriately identifies and escalates issues to department leadership
Perform work under general supervision; carefully reviews the details and accuracy of work performed
Foster a positive team environment and provide coaching or mentoring to team members
Ensures confidentiality and accuracy of internal and external data
Travel expected up to 20% of the time
Performs ad-hoc projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements

3-5 years’ in facilities, supply chain analytics, or procurement experience required
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Possesses solid working knowledge of subject matter
Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook required
System Experience: Tableau, HubSpot, Salesforce preferred
Industry Trade Knowledge: HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, General Maintenance preferred
Proficient in all people management processes, including recruitment, performance management and reward
Proficient in building, growing and developing a team; including department structure design and resourcing
Proficient in coaching and developing individual team members to reach their potential
Proficient in engaging a team through communication, processes, personal impact and influence

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability options
401K retirement savings plan
Paid vacation, federal and floating holidays
Maternity/Paternity Pay
Career advancement opportunities
All the tools you'll need to be successful

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

data analysisnegotiation strategiesvendor performance analysisstrategic sourcingsourcing processesperformance managementteam developmentrecruitmentcoachingconfidentiality

Soft Skills

client needs assessmentrelationship managementcross-functional collaborationproblem-solvingsense of urgencyteam environmentcommunicationpersonal impactinfluencementoring