Sourcing Manager - IV

Job Summary
Our client is seeking a Sourcing Manager - IV to join their team! This position is a 26 week contract, 100% remote. Pacific/Central/Mountain time zones are preferred.

This position is W-2 only. We do not work with third-party firms or C2C arrangements for this role.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing processes including requirements gathering, RFP/RFI development, proposal evaluation, scenario analysis, supplier selection, and contract drafting, negotiation and execution to deliver optimal value and terms
• Execute main service agreements, statements of work, letter agreements, and order forms
• Define commodity and supplier strategies
• Adopt best-practice commodity management and strategic sourcing processes
• Track category performance relative to targets and conduct supplier reviews for assigned suppliers
• Communicate clearly with procurement leadership, business stakeholders and team about strategies, contracts, and project updates
• Identify and recommend future sourcing opportunities
• Analyze supply market and current supply base
• Build business case
• Build RFx and auction
• Negotiate contract provisions
• Track and report category performance against targets
• On-board suppliers
• Conduct supplier performance reviews
• Monitor contract execution

Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves)

• 7+ years of strategic sourcing experience required (10+ years is preferred)
• Experience in Indirect Procurement required 
• Experience Leading RFP/RFI processes
• Candidates with Marketing experience are especially encouraged to apply
• Experience supporting complex or strategic sourcing initiatives 
• Leveraged AI-powered procurement tools, spend analytics, and market intelligence to generate insights, identify savings opportunities, and support data-driven sourcing decisions
• Strong analytical skills and competency with Excel are required
• Experience leading end-to-end sourcing processes including requirements gathering, RFP/RFI development, proposal evaluation, scenario analysis, supplier selection, and contract drafting, negotiation and execution

Preferred Skills/Experience (Nice-to-Haves)

• 10+ years of strategic sourcing experience is preferred
• Experience in Indirect Procurement is strongly preferred

Key Competencies & Behaviors

• Strategic Sourcing
• Indirect Procurement
• Analytical Skills
• Supplier Management
• Contract Negotiation and Execution
• Category Performance Management
• Data-Driven Sourcing Decisions

Work Environment

• Location: Remote
• 100% remote
• Pacific/Central/Mountain time zones are preferred

Compensation & Benefits 

• Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $37.00 and $54.00 per hour Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums. 
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans 
• Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP) 
• 401K offered 

About KellyMitchell 
At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We’re movers and shakers! We don’t mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice. 

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