Develop, review, and negotiate Master Professional Service Agreements and Amendments, Statements of Work, Service Agreements, and vendor agreements to support business activities and departmental needs in adherence with SMG’s procedures and company policies.
Draft and redline commercial components and negotiate terms & conditions, pricing, and key contract terms.
Prepare, review, execute, and manage the process for approval of contracts, contract renewals, terminations, and change orders.
Follow the strategic direction set by senior management and execute on corporate and departmental goals and initiatives.
Execute purchasing and category strategies while managing the entire procurement process resulting in the best possible terms for value/cost savings, TCO, quality, risk-mitigation, regulatory compliance, service, and delivery.
Assist with risk analysis to identify issues and develop risk mitigation strategies.
Be able to effectively communicate risk to business owners and functional partners.
Identify and realize cost-reduction and cost-avoidance saving opportunities.
Support RFx creation/management, third-party provider communications, market research/analysis, data collection/analysis, third-party provider evaluation and selection recommendations, business proposals and contract negotiations.
Partner with internal stakeholders to define product/service requirements and lead competitive sourcing initiatives/RFx events for product, services, professional services, and IT-related business needs.
Act as a consultant to business partners and a valued resource to stakeholders for the procurement of goods and services.
Meet and exceed the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers, establishing and maintaining effective relationships, fostering trust and respect as a “trusted advisor”.
Proactively develop and manage positive relationships with stakeholders, third party providers, business partners, and peers; must be able to balance, influence and align internal customer needs with corporate business goals.
Maintain positive relationships with key third-party providers and be able to creatively problem solve issues and effectively handle escalations should they arise.
Lead continuous quality improvements in processes and tools resulting in increased efficiencies.
Requirements
3-5 years of experience in contract management, sourcing, procurement, and/or supply management
In depth knowledge of Procurement strategy, processes, systems/tools and procurement/supplier management best practices.
High School Diploma
Bachelor's degree in Business or related field or Masters
CPSM, C.P.M., CPIM, or CSCP or equivalent certification is strongly preferred.
Experience in negotiation of assets, outsourced service, hardware and software/Cloud, and professional services contracts.
Proven negotiation, contracting and project management skills with the ability to lead and prioritize activities.
Collaboration, cooperation, and teamwork.
Proficient in the use of MS SharePoint, Excel, Word and PowerPoint, and at workload and time management.
Proficient skillset in analyzing cost data, research market trends, identify best practices, and manage supporting contract development activities.
Benefits
A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
An annual incentive bonus plan
Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually — PTO increases with tenure
A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement
Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance
An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools
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