Global Category Specialist, Tech & IT
Global Category Specialist, Tech & IT
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Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW:
As a Global Category Specialist Tech & IT at NIQ you will support development and implementation of global category and subcategory strategies in collaboration with the Global Procurement Director Tech & IT CTO Direct reports and business stakeholders. This position will manage and lead global category initiatives and projects. You will lead contract negotiations specification definition monitor supplier performance specification development and demand management support development of innovation programs manage supplier risks and conduct regular business reviews.
Key Responsibilities:
Tech & IT Category Sourcing Plan
- Support in analysis of supply market understanding product/services being purchase within category internal demand/specification and internal best practices
- Identify and analyze strategic sourcing options under the guidance of the Global Category Director
- Run and support tender process including seeking approvals from Global Category Director SVP Global Procurement and other internal stakeholders as required
- Challenge and provide options on current working practices specifications and demands for category
- Harmonize specification(s) with business stakeholders to standardize demand
Contract Development
- Create negotiation plan and support Global Category Director with supplier negotiations
- Ensure adherence to signing authorities
- Communicate contracts to relevant stakeholders
Supplier Development
- Manage relationship with preferred suppliers
- Support Global Category Director with regular performance reviews of preferred suppliers
- Support actions on continuous improvement plan with preferred suppliers
- Support development of alternative suppliers
- Support development and implementation of contract KPIs
Contract Lifecycle Management
- Lead contract drafting reviews proactive contract renewals ensure contracts are updated in the system
- Conduct supplier compliance reviews (i.e. use of supplier within sites payment terms in the system)
Qualifications :
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelors degree in Technical Business Administration or related subjects or relevant work experience
- Experience: 5 years of experience in Global procurement role with a focus on Tech & IT Category
- Technical Skills:
- Understanding of technologies and solutions
- Understanding of key sourcing processes and tools as well as contractual and legal aspects
- Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex findings clearly and persuasively.
- Stakeholder Management: Experience in internal and external stakeholder relations management.
A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOU
- Highly motivated self-directed pro-active & possess a driven personality capable of working within tight deadlines or an agile environment
- Ability to analyze and interpret information in a challenging and insightful manner.
- Unflagging attention to detail & demonstrated commitment to the accuracy and completeness of the information
- Resourceful inquisitive and excited about innovative technologies
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a strong client service orientation
- Strong and articulate verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Products
Additional Information :
US Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare plan (medical Rx dental and vision).
- Flexible spending accounts and a Health Savings Account (including company contributions).
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan including company matching contributions.
- Disability insurance.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Discretionary paid time off program and 11 paid holidays.
- Flexible working environment
- Volunteer time off
- LinkedIn Learning
- Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)
This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $110000 -$110000. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidates experience qualifications skills and location. This role might also be eligible for a sales-based incentive or performance-based bonus. Other benefits include flexible working environment comprehensive health insurance industry-leading parental leave life insurance education support and more.
Our Benefits
- Flexible working environment
- Volunteer time off
- LinkedIn Learning
- Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)
About NIQ
NIQ is the worlds leading consumer intelligence company delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to 2023 NIQ combined with GfK bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insightsdelivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platformsNIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100 markets covering more than 90% of the worlds population.
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At NIQ we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age disability genetic information marital status veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion please visit the Work :
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