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Job Summary

As a CBM Level 4 within the Global Sourcing and Procurement team you will support sourcing initiatives contract and supplier management for a stable portfolio of construction-related suppliers. This role requires regular on-site presence to engage directly with stakeholders build strong relationships and develop a deep understanding of their business needs and priorities. You will apply your expertise to solve complex sourcing challenges contribute to supplier strategies and help drive value across day-to-day technical infrastructure construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the execution of technical infrastructure construction strategies for assigned services and materials ensuring alignment with business goals and project timelines.
• Manage strategic sourcing processes including RFI/RFP development supplier evaluation negotiation and contracting.
• Engage face-to-face with internal stakeholders (Engineering Facilities Finance Legal etc.) to understand project requirements business priorities and sourcing needs.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships to ensure performance innovation continuous improvement and prompt issue resolution.
• Monitor market trends cost drivers and risk factors to inform sourcing decisions and mitigate supply chain disruptions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies safety standards and confidentiality requirements.
• Contribute to cost savings value creation and operational efficiency.
• Document all phases of sourcing and procurement activities and ensure knowledge transfer across functional teams.

Qualifications & Expertise

• Demonstrated depth in strategic sourcing within construction and related services including labor materials and technical infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of construction execution and the unique challenges of sourcing in highly complex technical R&D construction environments.
• Proven ability to interpret complex business challenges and recommend best practices.
• Experience supporting cross-functional sourcing projects with moderate to high complexity.
• Skilled in contract negotiation supplier performance management and risk mitigation.
• Ability to solve first-generation problemsthose without established guidance or precedentby applying analytical thinking creativity and sound judgment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to influence and collaborate across functions and in-person settings.

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Engineering Business or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 7 years of relevant experience in sourcing procurement or category management with a focus on construction and technical services.

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