Sr Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Our client, a leading organization in the technology and telecommunications sector, is seeking a Sr Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join their team. As a Sr Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you will be part of the Procurement Department supporting global IT software and telecom sourcing initiatives. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strategic thinking, strong negotiation skills, and a collaborative mindset, which will align successfully in the organization. **Job Title:** Sr Strategic Sourcing Spec **Location:** Charlotte, NC **Pay Range:** $75/hour **What's the Job?** + Develop and implement global procurement strategies for IT Software and Telecom aligned with organizational goals. + Lead sourcing initiatives to achieve cost savings, improve quality, and optimize working capital. + Manage supplier selection, RFI/RFQ processes, and negotiate contracts including Master Service Agreements and Statements of Work. + Oversee supplier performance through quarterly reviews and maintain a comprehensive supplier scorecard system. + Collaborate with IT Service Owners to understand business needs and translate them into effective sourcing strategies. **What's Needed?** + Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Information Technology, or Business. + At least 3 years of experience in contract management, strategic sourcing, or IT procurement. + Proven success in negotiating contracts and delivering cost savings. + Experience managing IT commodities such as enterprise software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft). + Proficiency in RFP/RFQ/RFI processes and supplier performance management tools. + Must be a U.S. Citizen or a Green Card holder **What's in it for me?** + Opportunity to lead impactful global procurement projects in a dynamic environment. + Work with a collaborative team committed to innovation and excellence. + Engage in continuous professional development and growth opportunities. + Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and inclusion. + Competitive pay rate with potential for future advancement. **Upon completion of the waiting period (30 days) consultants are eligible for:** + Medical and Prescription Drug Plans + Dental Plan + Vision Plan + Health Savings Account + Health Flexible Spending Account + Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account + Supplemental Life Insurance + Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance + Business Travel Insurance + 401(k), Plus Match + Weekly Pay If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands -_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _-_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.