Sourcing Specialist

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Role: Sourcing Specialist IV
Location: Houston, TX-Hybrid
Experience: 11+ Years
Duration: 12 months

Job Description:
Oversee Technology and Information Services (TIS) support by ensuring category goals and objectives are translated into strategies that are aligned to achieve both short- and long-term objectives of the stakeholder group and broader enterprise
Develop and implement and manage TIS category strategies that mitigate risk and deliver competitive advantage for company - in particular with regard to our high spend suppliers.
Accountable for ongoing supplier relationship management (SRM) for priority agreements/relationships with TIS Suppliers.

Required:
University degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Engineering or related field
A minimum of five (8) years of progressively responsible and related sourcing experience in the TIS Category, specifically Software, Hardware and TIS services.
Superior communication (oral and written), interpersonal, and presentation skills, with strong influencing and persuasive talents
Experience negotiating substantially large Software, Hardware and TIS service agreements and managing sourcing initiatives.
Ability to monitor and manage supplier relationships and performance with minimal supervision

Preferred:
A postgraduate qualification or MBA
Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) / Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) designation or equivalent is an asset