Specialist, Sourcing Consultant

As a Commodity Strategy Support specialist, you will be responsible for managing various tasks related to supplier management, savings strategy optimization, and contract data management. Your role will involve conducting supplier scorecard management, supplier rationalization, and data analysis to evaluate suppliers" financial stability, technical capability, process control, capacity, and continuous improvement techniques. You will support the execution of Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Proposals (RFP) by collecting data, managing projects, and providing status updates. This includes compiling results, analyzing proposals, and making recommendations or determinations for the selection of materials and services as per assigned projects. In addition, you will be tasked with contract data management, where you will examine and analyze contract requisitions for completeness and accuracy of information. Should any clarification or additional information be required, you will liaise with the relevant department or initiator to ensure all details are in order. Preferred experience in IT/Software procurement is desirable for this role, as you will be involved in managing purchase orders (PO) and invoices. Your responsibilities will include initiating new supplier requisitions, resolving order-related issues, scheduling deliveries, preparing purchase orders through computerized systems, and communicating with suppliers effectively. Furthermore, you will be expected to conduct research and follow up on invoice and packing slip disputes when assistance is needed. Lastly, your role will also involve maintaining supplier-related systems such as SAP and SAP-Ariba to ensure smooth operations and effective utilization of these platforms.,