Sourcing Analyst
Dallas, IA - USA
Job Summary
Position Responsibilities
Support technology procurement processes including review of documents approval routing and PO processing. Categories include technology hardware software and services.
Manage relationships with vendors and build relationships with business partner groups.
Draft contract documents as requested (i.e. contract amendments)
Support the sourcing process from bid preparation to contract execution partnering with subject matter experts from the business teams to document requirements and ensuring compliance with company.
Provide assistance and problem solve for the team and stakeholders.
Lead when required and participate in process reviews and improvements for sourcing and procurement processes.
Review contract files to ensure documentation is accurate and complete.
Requirements/Must Have
Current on-site requirement is four days per week this is subject to change with notice
Bachelors Degree preferred
Technology Acumen: advanced proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite (especially advanced Excel)
4 years of relevant Technology sourcing/procurement experience
Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication organization time management and problem solving skills
Experience in developing and managing Technology RFPs or sourcing process with minimal support start-to-finish for simple-to-medium complexity projects (to include market research RFP development and management of communications and stakeholder involvement etc.) Evaluating vendor bid responses (quantitatively and qualitatively and RFP analysis using spreadsheets and/or other tools.
In-depth understanding of best-in-class procurement processes (sourcing contracting negotiation etc.)
Knowledge of contract terms and conditions
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Establish relationships with Stakeholders / cross-functional teams to get process buy-in
Develop and manage IT sourcing project timelines and lead meetings as directed
Ability to be accurate responsive and detail-oriented; multi-task; and follow through
Ability to be team-oriented as well as work independently results and quality-driven positive attitude and be active with the entire procurement process
Ability to organize work load efficiently meet tight timelines problem solve effectively and perform duties of the job accurately and with input and follow-up from management
Ability to work in a very fast paced environment
Ability to drive and lead along with using processes to build and improve work
Comfortable and effective in interacting with all areas and levels of the organization to drive organizational goals and objectives
Possess strong customer service and support skills
Prioritize and follow-up effectively both internally and externally
Willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
Nice To Have
Legal Acumen: strong understanding and proven experience in interpreting and executing complex legal Master Agreements and Service Schedules. Contracting experience in the areas of on premise software licensing software as a service licensing and technology professional services is preferred
Solid understanding of a wide array of Technology contract forms including SaaS Cloud Software licensing Hardware maintenance MNDA MSA & SOW