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Guardian Life · 4 months ago

Senior Analyst, Sourcing – Professional Services

Holmdel

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$81K/yr - $133K/yr

8+ years exp

Guardian Life is a leading insurance company, and they are seeking a Senior Analyst for Sourcing in the Professional Services category. This role involves managing the end-to-end sourcing and contracting negotiations, collaborating with stakeholders, and mentoring staff to achieve best practices in sourcing processes.

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Responsibilities

Run and lead end-of-end execution of complex RFPs, RFIs, vendor selection and contract negotiations in the Professional Services Category

Candidate must possess experience handling technology and non-technology professional services sourcing projects

Collaborate with key stakeholders and cross-functional teams to define requirements, evaluate proposals, and ensure timely decision-making

Research and advise Guardian stakeholders on supplier options, deal structuring and other deal aspects, including deal duration, selection criteria and supplier KPIs

Create evaluation sheets and perform qualitative and quantitative analysis to drive to consensus on supplier selection

Providing detailed analysis of supplier proposals to stakeholders, including pricing and business terms

Provide the first layer of review prior to sending matters to legal and will need to directly interface with suppliers and internal business partners. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, possess the ability to multi-task, be detail oriented, and be able to set and manage priorities

Become familiar with Guardian’s contract landscape, supplier base, and manage key suppliers

Engage the business early in the sourcing process to understand requirements, propose category management ideas and cost saving opportunities

Manage and prioritize a large volume of contracts and sourcing projects simultaneously

Provide the first layer of review prior to sending matters to legal and will need to directly interface with suppliers and internal business partners

Demonstrate strong organizational skills, possess the ability to multi-task, be detail oriented, set, and manage priorities

Build trusted relationships with IT, Legal, Finance, and business leaders

Act as a strategic advisor, understanding stakeholder needs and aligning sourcing strategies accordingly

Facilitate alignment across diverse teams and drive consensus in decision-making

Qualification

SourcingContract NegotiationsAnalytical SkillsStakeholder ManagementMicrosoft OfficeEmpathy & Active ListeningIntegrity & AccountabilityMentorship & Team SpiritOrganizational AlignmentClear CommunicationAdaptabilityCollaborationProblem-Solving Mindset

Required

Bachelor's degree in technology, Finance, Legal, or Business

8 - 10 years' experience in sourcing and contract negotiations experience required

Demonstrable understanding of the end-to-end sourcing and contracting process

Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)

Ability to comprehend business and legal terms related to sourcing/contract matters

Ability to redline contracts to ensure proper capture of business terms in the contracts

Demonstrated analytical and contract negotiation skills

Empathy & Active Listening – Build trust and understand stakeholder perspectives

Clear Communication – Convey complex ideas with clarity and influence across all levels

Adaptability – Thrive in dynamic environments and pivot strategies when needed

Collaboration – Work seamlessly across functions, valuing diverse viewpoints

Integrity & Accountability – Take ownership and act with transparency and fairness

Problem-Solving Mindset – Tackle challenges with creativity and resilience

Mentorship & Team Spirit – Support others' growth and contribute to a positive, inclusive team culture

Organizational Alignment- Align with strategic priorities and fostering a culture of mutual respect and trust. Maintains a constructive attitude and supports decisions even when navigating different viewpoints