Terracon · 2 days ago

Strategic Sourcing Analyst

Olathe, KS

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Work as a Team Leader Or Team Member On spend analysis, contract negotiation, RF(X) processes, researching stakeholder requirements, spend patterns assessment, market analysis, analyze and mitigate risk, qualitative and quantitative RF(X) review.

Develop, maintain and sustain supplier relationships. Arrange performance reviews with key suppliers and internal stakeholders. Create action plans to address issues and exploit opportunities. Perform analysis of supplier spend data and process metrics to recommend improvements.

Work with and across stakeholder groups to define needs and aggregate wherever possible. Act as liaison between the stakeholder and the supplier. Provide input to stakeholders on budget development based on market/supplier pricing and forecasting. Provide education and guidance to stakeholders regarding value of adopting and complying with purchasing policies, procedures, tools, and processes.

Manage contract performance and sustainability. Utilize supplier scorecards/KPIs. Ensure contract close-out, extension, or renewal. Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects. Maintain quality standards on all projects.

Qualification

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Required

Bachelor’s degree and 5 years’ strategic sourcing experience (including but not limited to category management within general sourcing categories). Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 9 years’ related experience.

Knowledge of general category management and supply markets.

Strong proficiency in Excel with the ability to create pivot tables, v-lookups, formulas, slicer, charts/graphs, filters, etc.

Basic knowledge of software and licensing contract terminology.

Proven negotiation skills.

Strong knowledge and practice of sourcing principles and processes.

Familiarity with data visualization tool, Power BI preferred.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented mindset.

Effective communication skills to present complex data findings to non-technical stakeholders.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.