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Harbor · 12 hours ago

Senior Associate Sourcing Consultant

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Harbor is looking for a Consultant to join their growing Vendor Governance + Sourcing team. This role involves supporting clients in managing their vendor governance lifecycle through procurement services, including risk assessments, strategic sourcing, and vendor onboarding.

Business DevelopmentConsulting

No H1B

Responsibilities

Work internally with cross-functional teams as well as externally with clients to facilitate requirements gathering

Conduct informational interviews and data analysis to assess procurement functions

Leverage internal intellectual property and research to support a point of view on best practices

Play a key role in creating and delivering presentations throughout consulting engagements

Generate creative, strategic solutions

Develop project plans to facilitate implementation

Support ad hoc practice operations and business development projects, as needed

Qualification

Procurement processesProcess improvementProject managementAnalytical skillsStrategic sourcingChange managementResearch capabilitiesMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordCommunication skillsCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Supply Chain or Operations

At least 3 years of relevant experience in a procurement related role or consulting team-oriented environment focused on strategic sourcing, procurement, process improvement, and/or project management

Proven analytical and quantitative skills to support financial and operational analysis and research

Critical-thinking and problem-solving capabilities related to identifying opportunities for process improvement, efficiency, and risk mitigation

Exceptional organizational, oral, and written communication skills

Collaborative and adaptable in a team-based environment

Proven abilities in strategy development, process mapping and documentation, process improvement, change management, and implementation

Self-starter with independent research capabilities, willingness to learn, and maintain knowledge of industry best practices

General knowledge around procurement related functions including strategic sourcing, contract review, buying, vendor due diligence, and/or procurement technologies

Exceptional computer skills including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. High degree of comfort using other Microsoft products (PowerPoint, Word)

Functional knowledge of procurement processes, procurement related technology, and experience in client interaction will be strongly considered

Permanent U.S./Canadian work authorization

10-20% travel may be required (domestic or international)