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EY · 2 weeks ago

Workplace Services Procurement Assistant Director

Jericho, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$102K/yr - $190K/yr

EY is a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams, seeking to build a better working world. The Assistant Director – Regional Workplace Services Leader will lead the development and delivery of procurement strategy, sourcing execution, customer engagement, and vendor management across Workplace Services and Real Estate categories primarily in the United States.

AccountingAdviceBusiness IntelligenceConsultingFinancial ServicesProfessional Services

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

End-to-end delivery of sourcing projects and category management activities for EY business stakeholders, along with commercial management of key suppliers

Act as a trusted business advisor to EY stakeholders, aligning procurement projects with the business’ pipeline and providing Exceptional Customer Services while delivering both brand and quantitative value to the bottom line through cost savings and cost avoidance

Adherence to EY Procurement policy and processes, including collaboration with Legal (GCO), Risk Management and other EY support functions

Provides structured management and accurate progress reporting on all projects

Build and manage a pipeline of Procurement projects in support of category strategy/plan and in collaboration with Procurement leaders and global/local (as applicable) stakeholders

Lead complex Request for Proposals (RFPs) including strong commercial contractual negotiations, while partnering with stakeholders and shared functions such as GCO, Risk Management and Vendor Assurance

Develop strong relationships with key EY business stakeholders and report procurement progress via regular meetings

Continuously deliver procurement and category insights to key stakeholders and educate the procurement process to local EY staff and stakeholders as needed

Solid knowledge of key suppliers and their position in the market, in addition to working through current market intelligence resources and partners to perform the latest research

High quality execution of sourcing projects in line with the Procurement policy and within the timeline as agreed with key stakeholders

Minimize contractual risks to EY and manage supplier relationships according to EY’s Procurement and Independence policies

Achieve value targets, while innovatively developing new cost reduction strategies to improve negotiable spend via sourcing and demand management activities; including spend consolidation and supplier rationalization

Work collaboratively with other EY Procurement leads to deliver projects in regions where there may not be category coverage/support, or when sourcing expertise is required

Provide accurate monthly reporting on deals and timely submission of savings forms

Qualification

Procurement expertiseStrategic sourcingFacilities ManagementReal Estate procurementSource-to-Pay (S2P)ARIBACultural awarenessAnalytical skillsCommunicationTeam player

Required

Strong procurement expertise and commercial acumen to drive sourcing and demand management strategies across a broad array of category services

Strong strategic sourcing expertise and deep background in in Workplace or Facilities Management and Real Estate procurement

Proven track record of leading complex procurement activities, including multi-regional or global projects

Ability to align efforts with key stakeholders and influence these leaders, as necessary, and possess a global mindset

Experience with Source-to-Pay (“S2P”) processes, including managing sourcing projects on ARIBA, and execution of online Rfx and e-Auctions

Demonstrable Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in Workplace or Facilities Management and Real Estate Project procurement

A strong team player, comfortable working collaboratively, virtually and independently

Excellent communication and networking skills – able to effectively manage and influence senior leaders as well as a broad range of internal and client facing professionals

Ability to work in a high pace, agile environment

Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, managing multiple priorities effectively

High level of cultural awareness and EQ

Preferred

Experience in workplace services, facilities services or real estate project procurement

Strong analytical skills and ability to present to senior stakeholders

A Bachelor's and follow on degree in related discipline is recommended (but not necessary)

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage

Pension and 401(k) plans

A wide range of paid time off options

Flexible vacation policy

Designated EY Paid Holidays

Winter/Summer breaks

Personal/Family Care

Other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being

Company

EY

Glassdoor3.8

EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society, the planet, while building trust in the capital markets.

Founded in 1989

London, England, GBR

10001+ employees

http://www.ey.com

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