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Strategic Sourcing with English

WNS Global ServicesBucharest, NA, Romania

8 days ago

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities / Job Duties

Developing and executing sourcing strategies through the use of the client’s strategic sourcing process
Identifying cost savings through negotiations, event driven activities, and alternate sourcing strategies to achieve assigned cost saving goals
Leading commercial negotiations and drafting contracts
Supporting category managers in managing overall supplier relationships, including supplier performance, capability development, risk mitigation, cost savings, and quality improvements
If applicable, managing the team’s objective setting, performance, career growth, training, and competency development
Acting as the escalation point for the source to contract (S2C) team, communicating and resolving operational issues, and escalating to the Regional Delivery Lead or Category Manager as necessary

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Deep understanding of strategic sourcing methods and approaches and an ability to apply various concepts to category-level activities at the client

Expertise in one or more indirect spend categories (e.g. MRO, Capital, Professional Services, IT, Marketing, Logistics, etc.), including understanding external market dynamics, top suppliers, market trends and highlights, and procurement strategies

Ability to determine the appropriate procurement strategy for assigned categories and business requirements

Ability to draft simple to complex contractual agreements

Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to provide custom solutions to address the client’s challenges

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously

Strong leadership skills, including ability to motivate and manage people

Proficiency using Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

5 – 7 years of work experience in contracts, negotiations, procurement, or sourcing

5+ years of experience with strategic sourcing or supporting a sourcing organization

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English • Bucharest, NA, Romania