Strategic Sourcing Specialist

7 days ago


London, UK, United Kingdom eTeam Full time

Duration: 12 Months


We are looking for an innovative Procurement Analyst to support our Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Team for Corporate and Professional Services (CPS). The successful candidate will support our EMEA and LATAM CPS team within key spend commodities (i.e. Benefits, Sub-Contractors, Finance and Accounting etc) and support collaboration across other categories and regions. The principal role will include P2P activities, analysing data, reviewing supplier performance, and other elements that may support the Strategic Sourcing Team to make informed procurement decisions.

The Procurement Analyst may also lead the strategic sourcing of simple, less complex categories as needed.


Responsibilities:

• Analyze data to determine procurement demand and help to create procurement plans to meet those demands and identify cost-saving opportunities

• Provide support for internal business partners for sourcing requests including purchase request queries.

• Work with suppliers to resolve any issues that arise during the procurement process.

• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure their strategic procurement needs are met and that stakeholders have a positive experience during the procurement process.

• Develop strong partnerships and nurture a positive business relationship with internal stakeholders and suppliers.

• Work with the legal team on the contract review and approval & signing process and suggest/recommend/implement improvements or areas to be more efficient.

• Assist in negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers to ensure the best value for the organization

• Maintain category classifications to ensure efficient procurement of goods and services.

• Research potential suppliers and supply market.


Required Skills/Experience:

- 2+ years of procurement experience preferably in a large organisation.

- Skills in procurement and sourcing methodologies i.e. RFX processes

- Google / MS skills

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

- Strong attention to accuracy and detail

- Strong conceptual and analytical thinking

- Solid communications skills and follow-up discipline


Desired Skills/Experience:

- CIPS Certification desirable.

- Procurement related subject matter expertise in Corporate and Professional Services (i.e. Benefits, Sub-Contractors, Finance and Accounting etc).

- Must demonstrate commitment to company values.



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