Job Description
About the position
In this role, you will report to the Procurement Manager and lead strategic sourcing initiatives across a range of indirect categories, including Professional Services and Technology. This is a hybrid role based out of our Costa Mesa, Ca office. Must be able to work in-office on a regular set basis.
You will:
- Responsibilities
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with KPIs and business goals, delivering measurable value through cost savings, quality improvements, and risk mitigation.
- Manage the competitive bidding processes (RFI/RFP/RFQ), evaluate supplier proposals, and make data-driven recommendations.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and commercial terms to secure favorable outcomes while ensuring compliance and minimizing risk.
- Draft contracts, negotiate redlines, edit supplier paper, collaborate with cross-functional teams for final reviews
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, acting as a strategic advisor to align sourcing strategies with business needs.
- Develop partnerships with stakeholders in driving of key procurement sourcing strategies
- Maintain and enhance supplier relationships, driving performance and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and technical teams to support contract development and supplier onboarding.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation across assigned categories.
- Ensure compliance with procurement governance, regulatory standards, and internal policies
- Support the onboarding of new categories into the procurement ecosystem, bringing flexibility, and curiosity.
- Stay informed on market trends and emerging technologies to support innovation and category expansion.
- Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain roles.
- 3+ years leading complex sourcing initiatives, including contract negotiations and bidding.
- Familiarity with Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) models and technology sourcing.
- Familiarity with Marketing platforms, tools, and technology.
- Experience managing multiple indirect categories.
- Experience with contracting principles, supplier management, and category strategy.
- Experience with contract drafting and redlining.
- Proficiency with strategic sourcing methodologies and procurement tools (e.g., CLM platforms).
- Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
- Benefits
- Great compensation package and bonus plan.
- Core benefits including medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K.
- Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office.
- Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays.
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