Title: Sr. Manager or Manager – Global Strategic Sourcing, IT
Location: Miami, FL
Duration:  12 months+     
Compensation: up to $43 per hour     
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.
 
Sr. Manager or Manager – Global Strategic Sourcing, IT

The Sr. Manager or Manager, Global Strategic Sourcing, IT role will be responsible for sourcing related activities in connection with the cross-brand procurement of information technology related products and services including Hardware, Software, Telecommunication Services, and Professional Services. This position is responsible for working on a daily basis with technology vendors and with technology professionals from all IT departments (including the operating companies.)   This individual must be able to effectively manage the sometimes competing interests of the operating companies towards a holistic solution which will benefit the organization as a whole.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manage and strategically source a portfolio of products and services in accordance with established processes,
• Develop and issue RFQs/RFIs/RFPs for information technology related goods and services.  Evaluate suppliers and analyze bids as part of RFI/RFP or bid processes based on such criteria as cost, quality etc.
•  Partner  and  collaborate with  leadership and Operating  Companies  in  order  to  effectively  leverage  scale,  simplify  the  supplier  base,  reduce  total  cost  of  ownership,  improve  guest  and  crew  satisfaction  and  create  value  in  the Global Sourcing area.
• Ensure  strong  involvement  with  all  key stakeholders to  gain  intricate  knowledge  of  their  needs and  leverage  points  for  each  area.
• Participate  in  developing  and  ensuring  business  analytics  and  reporting  is  established  for  targeted  areas  of  responsibility.5
• Perform project  management duties which  will  include  overseeing  and  ensuring  quality  delivery  of  assigned  projects;  collect,  measure,  report  and  communicate  progress  with  key  stakeholders.
•  Establish  and  maintain  close  relationships  with  senior  level  business  unit  management  to  understand  key  business  strategies,  annual  goals/objectives  and  economic  challenges/  opportunities.
• Assist each  Operating  Companies' Sourcing  teams with  strategically  planning  and procurement needs and  executing  strategic  sourcing  plans
• Leverage  a  market  perspective  to  quickly  assimilate  external  information  (e.g.  market drivers, macroeconomic conditions, etc.)  to  anticipate  its  impact  across  the  business  and  develop  associated  strategies  and  action  plans  to  maximize  the  opportunity.
• Deliver  against  materials  savings  and   "total  cost  of  ownership”  targets  and  goals  with  a  focus  on  managing  internal  demand  and  behavior  around  procurement of goods and/or services

QUALIFICATIONS

• IT Related (Cloud/Cybersecurity/Network/Connectivity or Finance/Business Administration/Supply Chain or related
• Additional education / Certifications    Advanced degree preferred.  CPM certification or equivalent is preferred.
• Years and area of Professional experience (required for the role)    Bachelor's Degree plus 7-10 years related experience, or
• Masters or other Advanced Degree plus 5-10 years related experience

 Knowledge, Skills & Abilities    

• Experience in sourcing/purchasing for innovation-based and/or complex environments.  Experience/Knowledge in one or more, IT related disciplines: Cloud/Cybersecurity/Network/Hardware/Connectivity, etc.  
• Demonstrated ability to create strategic supplier partnerships that create a competitive advantage for the corporation.  
• Expertise in conducting complex analyses and distilling into a clear, concise business allocation. Strong facilitation and project management skills.  
• Strong ability to interface with stakeholders at all levels including Sr. Executives.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  
• Solid understanding of Information Technology ecosystems and products.  Ability to negotiate and optimize commercial terms.  
• Strong understanding of best practices with respect to technology related contract terms and conditions.
• Strong experience in sourcing strategy creation and execution (e.g. 7 Step sourcing methodology).  
• Experience with Sourcing/Procurement 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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