CME Group · 2 hours ago
Sr Technology Buyer
Chicago - 20 S. Wacker
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$79K/yr - $132K/yr
3+ years expCME Group is the world’s leading derivatives marketplace, and they are seeking a highly motivated technology procurement professional. The Senior Technology Buyer will be accountable for the end-to-end sourcing and contracting process, focusing on strategic sourcing, negotiation, and procurement execution for enterprise software, SaaS, and cloud services.
FinanceFinancial ServicesMarketplaceStock Exchanges
Responsibilities
Proactively identifying, developing, and executing sourcing opportunities to drive cost savings, reduce risk, and improve business outcomes
Leading negotiations for new, potential, and incumbent suppliers, covering pricing, commercial terms, and legal terms (in collaboration with the legal team)
Building trusted relationships with senior leadership and internal partners to understand strategic business direction and priorities
Evaluating supplier core competencies using industry cost models, managing sourcing activities (RFx, spend analysis, contract analysis), and preparing business reviews with key stakeholders
Managing critical supplier relationships, developing performance-based reviews, monitoring supplier performance, and leading the resolution of disputes
Managing procurement transactions, data and reporting. On-going coordination of end-to-end procurement activities across the business
Qualification
Required
Strong understanding of technology procurement, complex suppliers, contracting principles, and the ability to execute contract templates
Excellent analytical and business application skills
Strong knowledge of procurement applications (preferably Workday)
Excellent communication
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to close complex deals in a timely fashion
Excellent understanding of procurement processes and industry best practices with 3 to 5 years of experience
Excellent analytical skills for evaluating supplier bids and validation of total cost of ownership
Strong business application skills (e.g., Google, MS, Workday)
Strong knowledge and use of procurement applications (preferably in Workday)
Strong understanding of contracting and commercial terms
Strong process execution and project management
Preferred
Experience managing contracts with major software providers for cyber security and enterprise applications
Benefits
Annual target bonus opportunity
Opportunity to become an owner in the company through our broad-based equity program
Comprehensive health coverage
Retirement package that includes both a 401(k) and an active pension plan
Highly competitive education reimbursement provisions
Paid time off
Mental health benefit
Company
CME Group
CME Group is a diverse derivatives marketplace that manages risk and capture opportunities.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1BKey Investors
Google
2021-11-04Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2002-12-06IPO
Leadership Team
Lynne Fitzpatrick
President and CFO
Julie Holzrichter
Chief Operating Officer
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