Indirect Category Specialist

GeoLogics is working with a top Consumer Tech client looking for an Indirect Category Specialist in Bedford, MA. Role: Indirect Category Specialist Client: Top Consumer Tech company Location: Bedford, MA Education: Bachelors degree Contract Length: 7 month long contract Rate: Up to $36.76 per hour on a non-benefitted W2 contract Job Description: Seeking a highly motivated individual with proven records, 3 to 5 years of experience in a fast-paced and innovative sourcing environment. In this position, the indirect category specialist will handle procurement projects for multiple indirect procurement categories. Must have knowledge of the following indirect categories but not limited to: HR, Facilities, and Travel. Can demonstrate his/her analytical and negotiation experience. The specialist will engage with Mid to Senior level stakeholders, promote the procurement department values and provide solutions to noncompliance. The ideal specialist can influence without authority, bring a strategic perspective to the ongoing process improvement, and vendor selection methodologies. He or she is expected to remove any barriers for the sourcing team by building strong relationships with key stakeholders' plans, lead and execute procurement activities without or limited oversight but in sync with the Director's leadership. Duties and Responsibilities:Support the procurement operations for multiple indirect categoriesManage suppliers and contract relations including performance measurement and improvement plans (e.g. contract renegotiations, price indexation etc.)Identify specific sourcing opportunities and their potential financial impactPrepare & solicit quotes or competitive bids from vendorsLead supplier selection and negotiate pricing and contracts with selected vendorsApprove and qualify new vendors prior to vendor selection or set-upEnsure that preferred vendor pricing, service levels and agreed upon terms are being honored by vendors in transactionsManage vendor relationships and serve as a point of escalation for stakeholdersAssist in the development and implementation of procurement plans, policies, and proceduresStrategize, lead, and execute strategies through short/long-term objectives, change management, performance goals, and metrics for each of his/her indirect categoriesDocument and communicate procedures for all sourcing processesManage renewals, determine what needs to be bid and act pro-activelyLead the sourcing 7 phases process from when the need is identified until contract is signedProactively run spend analytics for each of the categories, recommended consolidation and/or routinely engage in negotiations based on spend increases Skills:ISM Certified or other related professional certification is desiredThe ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of procurement experience and/or indirect procurement spend management experienceProven track record and demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlinesResponsive to both internal and external stakeholdersExcellent organizational, communication, collaborative, and interpersonal skills to foster respect and teamwork with internal and external partnersCollaborative, problem solver, solution-focused, strong communication and organizational skillsStrong Leadership competencies, ability to inspire and motivate team and cross functional teams to embrace the procurement processesPreferably worked in a global environment where they understand cultural challenges, language barriers but also a subject matter expert to lead projects with global stakeholders and across continentsDemonstrate both 'Can Do' and 'We Win as a Team' attitudesHighly organized and very strong, proven project management skills.A Critical thinker who brings new/innovative ideas to the sourcing and business teamsKnowledge of legal process, contract review and understating of commercial and legal terms Andrew Gephart (703) 891-6133 agephart@geologics.com *Rates listed are not a guarantee of salary/rate. Rate offered at time of hire will depend on many factors including education, experience, interview results and skill level GeoLogics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran Job Requirements