Sourcing Lead for Technology / IT

As a Sourcing Lead with our client, you’ll receive:
- Highly competitive market hourly rates
- A 12 month contract with a strong probability of extension
- Remote interview process


Responsibilities
The Supply Chain Professional Level 2 is accountable for delivering assigned outcomes related to the development and execution of category/project supply chain strategies, sourcing strategies and/or sourcing activities following established processes and quality requirements.

This role would generally be assigned medium complexity and/or risk work assignments with minimal oversight or medium to higher complexity and/or risk work assignments with more oversight.

Experience and Role Accountabilities:
• A minimum ten (10) years of sourcing, category management or equivalent, preferably in a complex environment.
• Experience in categories or infrastructure capital project sourcing.
• Develop and plan the implementation of category and/or sourcing strategies or related work packages by using excellent skills in communication, analysis, critical thinking, planning/project management, supplier/market research, problem-solving, and facilitation of decision-making in a large and complex organisation.
• Implement category and/or sourcing strategies or related work packages using a thorough understanding of sourcing and category management processes and standards, good project management practices, knowledge of public sector procurement law, and the appropriate application of relevant supply chain concepts.
• Lead and/or support projects that may include developing and conducting multi-stage RFPs, preparing for and conducting negotiations, both initial award and for extensions, as well as implementing supplier relationship management initiatives including analysing and resolving escalated contract or supplier issues.iz
• Establish and maintain positive and productive relationships between governments, supply chain organisations and business partners, suppliers, and stakeholders through activities such as timely communication, resolution of issues, and relevant reporting.
• Act as a subject matter expert by advising on category management and/or sourcing best practices, approaches, and standards to enhance current operational efficiency and future capability.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field such as Supply Chain, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent
• Certificate or additional education in Supply Chain Management is an asset.
• Certificate or additional education in Project Management, Change Management, Facilitation or Communication, an asset
• Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Advanced English skills for professional environment, written and spoken

Summary
If you are a Sourcing Lead and the prospect of joining a dedicated team intrigues you, then this role with our high-profile client could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Apply below or reach out to your Randstad representative for more information

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