DescriptionThis position is hybrid out of Northbrook IL
- This position requires knowledge of supplier onboarding system integration market analysis TCO usage RFQ/RFI capability.
- Owns strategic sourcing process in supplier selection management of supplier service level agreements and contract review and negotiations for assigned commodities.
- This position is the relationship manager in collaboration with the appropriate internal client for all external supplier relationships for assigned commodities.
- This includes maximizing supplier relationships managing supplier expectations and building supplier relationships.
- Recognized as an industry and product expert in the assigned commodities.
- This includes keeping up to date on new products and materials and managing the introduction of said items in an economically advantageous way for UL.
- Maintain reevaluate and expand reliable sources of supply and secondary sources as alternates in order to promote appropriate competition.
- Leverage and collaborate with internal UL clients to maximize cost delivery and quality value to UL.
Qualifications- University Degree (Equivalent to a U.S. Bachelors degree) in Business Administration or a related field.
- 2 years of procurement experience.
- Proficiency in Excel speficially with analyzing spend data/market analysis.
- Oracle ERP system experience preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to lead high value medium complexity sourcing teams.
- Detailed knowledge of Sourcing and Supplier Management.
- Detailed knowledge of purchasing principles.
- Detailed knowledge of negotiating techniques and principles.
- Detailed knowledge of business and contract law.
What we offer:
Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimatedsalary range for this position is $76000 to $80000 and is based on multiple factors including jobrelated knowledge/skills experience geographical location as well as other position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 10 of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings 401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide fulltime employees with paid time off including vacation 15 days) holiday including floating holidays 12 days) and sick time off 72 hours).
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority