Strategic Sourcing Agent - ICoE
Strategic Sourcing Agent - ICoE
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Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
A Strategic Sourcing professional is well-versed in strategic supply chain principles and contributes to the development of supply chain strategies that align with company and department goals. Through reading understanding and interpreting supplier contracts a Strategic Sourcing professional can negotiate and manage long-term pricing agreements. This position will also analyze financial aspects of contracts make cost comparisons and use pricing formulas. Keeps contracts up-to-date and follow all laws company rules and good business practices.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develops and maintains strong working relationships with Textron and Business Unit customers while bringing ICoE philosophies and supply management discipline to the process.
Provides great customer experiences by working with Textron and Business Unit customers for specific commodity requirements that may include Business services Product Information Technology Human Resources and / or Contingent Labor.
Contracts Textron and Business Unit related indirect purchases and services at the direction and oversight of the relevant ICoE Commodity Manager. Coordinates with ICoE customer on leverage strategy to determine best value between existing Textron Enterprise vs. a business unit specific contract.
Works with Textron and Business Unit customers on procurement of sourcing projects to develop sourcing strategy facilitate the RFx process when applicable execute necessary contract agreements (i.e. MPSA SOW SLA etc.) to ensure accurate documentation of the agreement.
Drafts negotiates and obtains management approval to secure price delivery schedule terms & conditions etc. or Pricing Agreements (PAs) some Master Purchasing Agreements (MPAs) Master Professional Services Agreements (MPSA) and other commodity specific contracts.
Maintains supports and leads timely contract negotiations control of amendments SOW changes extensions tactical purchase order assistance and other required documentation to assure orderly administration and retention of records.
Complies with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures import/export regulations and employs sound business practice.
Possesses financial analytical skills necessary to review contractual agreements perform cost comparisons utilize pre-existing pricing formulas.
Identify and deliver ICoE/Textron cost savings initiatives as planned and forecasted.
Possesses contract interpretation skills necessary to read and interpret supplier agreements
All other strategic and tactical duties required to execute and administer timely sourcing activities.
EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:
Bachelors degree required in Supply Chain Management Business Economics or related field.
Minimum of 2 years relevant experience required
In lieu of degree minimum 6 years experience in Supply Chain Management Purchasing or other related field.
QUALIFICATONS:
Strong organizational verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Careful attention to detail
Ability to multi-task in fast paced environment
Proficient to advanced working knowledge in Microsoft Office suite
Ability to influence without authority and exhibits managerial courage
Ability to leverage business acumen
Exposure to supply chain processes sourcing and vendor contract management preferred
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
