Title: Sourcing Specialist II 
Location: Bristol, CT
Duration: 6 Month Initial Contract
Compensation: $40-$48/hr
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the US

Sourcing Specialist II

Responsibilities: 

• The focus of this role is to partner with technology business stakeholders to make smart sourcing decisions in selecting suppliers to maximize the value of our annual spend for Technology, and to mitigate risks through smart contract negotiations.
• This includes running RFP's, negotiating enterprise & segment level deals, managing supplier relationships, recommending best-in-class suppliers & innovations, facilitating process improvements and bringing stakeholders across the segments together for collaboration and leveraging opportunities.
• We serve as the connective tissue across the segments, creating broader opportunities than what is possible at the segment level
• The Sourcing Specialist will be accountable for leading and supporting sourcing initiatives/projects as part of Sourcing's Annual Operating Plan with each respective Business Segment and will be accountable for delivering against them.
• The individual will also provide input on sourcing strategies that drive value and efficiency.
• This position will ensure consistency in approach and quality and depth of analysis during the sourcing process.
• Contributes to a Category or Segment Sourcing team and is accountable for operationalizing and implementing Sourcing Strategies
• Contribute to structured negotiations following pre-defined Strategic Sourcing methodology.
• Assists in the development and facilitation of technology vendor Requests for Proposals including software and IT services
• Evaluates total cost/supply analysis and conduct spend data cleanse to identify cost reduction opportunities and support strategic initiatives
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of vendor and spend analytics, creation of vendor profiles, and other relevant sourcing documents.
• Utilize market research tools and platforms to analyze market conditions, develop comprehensive market reports and provide valuable insights to drive effective category strategy
• Communicate and report to management the status of any critical external relationships that could affect planning and decision.
• Participate in cross-functional sourcing projects with key internal stakeholders.
• Review and update contract drafts with the ability to identify key business terms
• Ensure compliance with Sourcing and Procurement policies and best practices.
• Demonstrate exemplary integrity and ethics in all instances.

Skillset / Experience:

• A minimum 2+ years of relevant work years or progressive experience in a Strategic Sourcing or Technology Business environment
• Strong analytical/project management skills.
• Excellent communicator able to demonstrate communicating effectively with senior management.
• High-energy, self-motivated with a desire to excel in a multi stakeholder environment.
• Deliverable-focused, with strong work ethic
• Excellent written and verbal presentation skills.
• Knowledge of Strategic Sourcing & Procurement and Category Management processes/methodologies.
• Capable of managing multiple initiatives

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in the Media and/or Entertainment Industry
• Experience in a Technology environment
• Technical and/or Sourcing expertise in one or more relevant areas of technology, such as digital content management, application development and/or maintenance, service-based solutions (e.g., SaaS, IaaS, etc.), global telecommunications, social media platforms, customer relationship management, etc.
• Experience implementing projects against category plans.
• Experience with Coupa, SAP and Sourcing Project Mgmt. Systems

Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay, 401(k)
• Retirement plan
• …and much more!

About INSPYR Solutions:
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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