Overview
On Site
Contract - W2
Skills
RAN
Equipment Maintenance
SAP BASIS
Life Insurance
Market Analysis
Market Research
Forecasting
IT Infrastructure
Computer Hardware
Cloud Computing
Network
Supplier Relationship Management
Specification Gathering
Collaboration
Innovation
Performance Monitoring
KPI
Data Analysis
Process Improvement
Cost Management
Channel Management
Leadership
Mentorship
FOCUS
Procurement
Category Management
Management
Negotiations
Relationship Management
Business Analysis
Business Analytics
Computer Science
Supply Chain Management
Business Administration
Taxes
Insurance
Law
Management Consulting
Finance
Regulatory Compliance
Job Details
Description:
*On-site in Dallas, TX*
Develop and maintain category-specific strategies and plans for highly technical categories (i.e. specialized, technical, or complex requirements requiring high expertise) to support organizational goals. With particular focus on internal demand aggregation, external market impacts to strategy, supplier management, and collaborative innovation. This role is specifically focused on the RAN & Equipment Maintenance category.
Due to client requirement, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.
Rate: $70 - $100 / hr. w2
Responsibilities:
Category Strategy and Market Analysis:
Develop and maintain category-specific strategies and plans.
Conduct market research to identify and assess risks and opportunities.
Forecast demand for the highly technical category of Network & IT Infrastructure: Hardware, Cloud, Core Network.
Supplier Management and Contract Negotiation:
Establish contract standards for the supported category.
Work cross-functionally to support the negotiation of key contracts in their supported category.
Understand and incorporate technical specifications and requirements.
Collaborative Innovation and Cross-Functional Coordination:
Drive collaborative innovation with internal stakeholders, supply chain, and suppliers.
Interface and persuade cross-functional teams, including senior leadership, to ensure seamless execution of category plans.
Engage in discourse with technical counterparts to bridge the gap between business objectives and technical requirements.
Performance Monitoring and Process Improvement:
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) using data analytics to track category and supplier performance.
Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
Cost Management and Spend Solutions Strategies:
Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
Develop tail spend management strategies to reduce vendor proliferation.
Leverage technological platforms for efficient buying channel management.
Job Contribution:
An expert in their field, applying broad business knowledge and strategic insight surrounding emerging trends and technologies to solve complex problems and drive organizational results.
Lead critical, high-impact projects and design/implement innovative business strategies.
Work with minimal oversight, frequently consulting senior leadership and influencing executive decisions.
Serve as a mentor and assist others with challenging issues.
Experience Requirements:
Typically, 7+ years of professional experience in the relevant category.
Strong focus on procurement supply chain management and category management in highly technical fields.
Proven track record of managing large-scale initiatives, successful supplier negotiation and relationship management, and cost-saving initiatives desired.
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) or advanced degree desired in Engineering, Computer Science, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.
W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact
About Eliassen Group:
Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.
Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Don't miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!
*On-site in Dallas, TX*
Develop and maintain category-specific strategies and plans for highly technical categories (i.e. specialized, technical, or complex requirements requiring high expertise) to support organizational goals. With particular focus on internal demand aggregation, external market impacts to strategy, supplier management, and collaborative innovation. This role is specifically focused on the RAN & Equipment Maintenance category.
Due to client requirement, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.
Rate: $70 - $100 / hr. w2
Responsibilities:
Category Strategy and Market Analysis:
Develop and maintain category-specific strategies and plans.
Conduct market research to identify and assess risks and opportunities.
Forecast demand for the highly technical category of Network & IT Infrastructure: Hardware, Cloud, Core Network.
Supplier Management and Contract Negotiation:
Establish contract standards for the supported category.
Work cross-functionally to support the negotiation of key contracts in their supported category.
Understand and incorporate technical specifications and requirements.
Collaborative Innovation and Cross-Functional Coordination:
Drive collaborative innovation with internal stakeholders, supply chain, and suppliers.
Interface and persuade cross-functional teams, including senior leadership, to ensure seamless execution of category plans.
Engage in discourse with technical counterparts to bridge the gap between business objectives and technical requirements.
Performance Monitoring and Process Improvement:
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) using data analytics to track category and supplier performance.
Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
Cost Management and Spend Solutions Strategies:
Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
Develop tail spend management strategies to reduce vendor proliferation.
Leverage technological platforms for efficient buying channel management.
Job Contribution:
An expert in their field, applying broad business knowledge and strategic insight surrounding emerging trends and technologies to solve complex problems and drive organizational results.
Lead critical, high-impact projects and design/implement innovative business strategies.
Work with minimal oversight, frequently consulting senior leadership and influencing executive decisions.
Serve as a mentor and assist others with challenging issues.
Experience Requirements:
Typically, 7+ years of professional experience in the relevant category.
Strong focus on procurement supply chain management and category management in highly technical fields.
Proven track record of managing large-scale initiatives, successful supplier negotiation and relationship management, and cost-saving initiatives desired.
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) or advanced degree desired in Engineering, Computer Science, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.
W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact
About Eliassen Group:
Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.
Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Don't miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!
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