Sr Sourcing Associate - Indirect
Sr Sourcing Associate - Indirect
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This role will be based in Atlanta.
At LinkedIn our approach to flexible work is centered on trust and optimized for culture connection clarity and the evolving needs of our business. The work location of this role is onsite meaning it will be performed in the specified office on a fulltime basis due to the business needs of the team.
The Sr. Sourcing Associate will support category managers across the Global Strategic Sourcing (GSS) organization. The associate will need to be proficient in sourcing tools and processes and have an indepth understanding of our procurement policy. This role requires a solid understanding and ability to execute sourcing processes and practices with limited guidance for assigned sourcing requests.
The Sr. Sourcing Associate role is responsible for managing sourcing activities which include but are not limited to contract negotiations supplier relationship management activities data analytics and relationship management for assigned categories. The Sr. Sourcing Associatewill support the development of category plans and lead crossfunctional projects under the direction and supervision of a category manager.
This role requires general knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies related to various indirect sourcing categories to develop and support market analysis and lead sourcing events with limited supervision.
Responsibilities:
Solid understanding and ability to communicate sourcing processes and practices with limited guidance for assigned sourcing requests
Draft and review contracts and gain hands on negotiation experience with supervision
Develop supplier business review documents for assigned categories and lead supplier discussions
Actively participate in crossfunctional teams (inside and outside Global Strategic Sourcing as supported by leadership
Provides financial and/or market insights and guidance that aids the business in making informed decisions about a suppliers product and/or service
Conducts detailed cost analysis proficient in using analytical tools and software for sourcing activities and financial evaluation
Support category managers with contract due diligence including but not limited to supplier followup requests onboarding activities and partner team support
Serve as a liaison between internal partner teams and managing ad hoc requests as directed by a category manager
Conduct market research and identify key trends and provide insights to category teams as directed by manager
Draft RF(x) documents with limited supervision from category manager for specified category
Be a champion for change that can act decisively to drive decisions while demonstrating agility to support the evolution of business needs
Qualifications :
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in business administration Supply Chain Finance or related field
- 2 years experience in sourcing procurement supply chain or data analytics
- Experience with sourcing software and contracting tools (e.g. Coupa Zip Contract Lifecycle Management System (CLM) and Oracle)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities
- Experience in strategic sourcing within a specific industry (e.g. technology or consulting)
- Excellent communication analytical leadership and negotiating skills
- Experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools
- Collaborative and successful in internal & external relationship development
- Ability to work in a fastpaced environment and manage multiple priorities
Suggested Skills:
- Crossteam collaboration
- Data Analysis
- Communication Skills
LinkedIn is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
The pay range for this role is $84000 to $137000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate including but not limited to skill set depth of experience certifications and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor.
The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus stock benefits and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans. For more information visit Information :
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