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Confidential Jobs · 2 months ago

Strategic Procurement Manager – Professional Services

New Jersey, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

Confidential Jobs is seeking a Strategic Procurement Manager specializing in Professional Services. The role involves leading sourcing initiatives, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with sourcing standards while delivering measurable savings through effective negotiation and contract management.

Computer Software

Responsibilities

Build and maintain strong relationships with business partners, ensuring a client-centric approach

Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives across Professional Services subcategories including:

Consulting (Management, Strategy, Project Management)

Contractors (MSPs/VMS)

HR, Legal, Insurance, Translation Services

Manage RFx processes (RFPs, RFIs, eAuctions), including drafting documentation, leading evaluations, and driving supplier selection

Translate complex business requirements into sourcing solutions that align with organizational goals

Develop financial models, baselines, and negotiation strategies to deliver measurable savings

Negotiate and finalize contracts, ensuring favorable commercial terms, compliance, and issue resolution

Draft and review contracts (SOWs, MSAs, amendments) with limited legal support

Maintain market awareness and contribute to sourcing strategies, including trends in outsourcing, digital transformation, risk management, and nearshoring

Build and manage relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders

Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with sourcing standards and tools

Qualification

Sourcing experienceContract drafting/reviewNegotiation skillsStakeholder managementExcel proficiencyPowerPoint proficiencySourcing systems knowledgeAnalytical skillsMBASupply ChainOrganizational skillsCommunication skills