Sourcing/Procurement Specialist

This a FullRemote job, the offer is available from: Illinois (USA)Title: Sourcing/Procurement SpecialistLocation: 100% RemoteTarget Start Date: ASAPType: Contract to HireQualifications:• University Degree (Equivalent to a U.S. Bachelors' degree) in Business Administration or a related field. • 2 years of procurement experience. • Proficiency in Excel, specifically with analyzing spend data/market analysis. • Oracle ERP system experience preferred. • Demonstrated ability to lead high value medium complexity sourcing teams.• Detailed knowledge of Sourcing and Supplier Management. • Detailed knowledge of purchasing principles. • Detailed knowledge of negotiating techniques and principles. • Detailed knowledge of business and contract law. Responsibilities:• This position requires knowledge of supplier onboarding, system integration, market analysis, TCO usage, RFQ/RFI capability. • Owns strategic sourcing process in supplier selection, management of supplier service level agreements and contract review and negotiations for assigned commodities.• This position is the relationship manager in collaboration with the appropriate internal client for all external supplier relationships for assigned commodities. • This includes maximizing supplier relationships, managing supplier expectations and building supplier relationships. • Recognized as an industry and product expert in the assigned commodities. • This includes keeping up to date on new products and materials and managing the introduction of said items in an economically advantageous way for client.• Maintain, re-evaluate, and expand reliable sources of supply and secondary sources as alternates to promote appropriate competition. • Leverage and collaborate with internal UL clients to maximize cost, delivery and quality value to client. Welcome to ConsultNet and the family of companies, Tekne, SaltClick, TechBridge, and OmniMedia. As a premier national provider of technology talent and solutions, our expertise spans across project services, contract-to-hire, direct placement, and managed services both onshore and nearshore.Celebrating more than 25 years of partnership with a diverse client base, we've crafted rewarding opportunities for our consultants, fostering high-performing teams that deliver impactful results. Over the last few years thousands of consultants have found their calling with us in roles that have made a meaningful impact on their lives, enhanced their career, challenged them, and propelled them towards achieving their personal and professional goals. At the ConsultNet family of companies, we believe effective communication is crucial in aligning the right job with your unique skills and professional aspirations.To us, it's all about the personal approach we take and the values we uphold. Our comprehensive service offerings cover a wide range of technology positions across key markets nationwide. Client more at www.consultnet.com. We champion equality and inclusivity, proudly supporting an Equal Opportunity Employer policy. We welcome applicants regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other status protected by law.This offer from "ConsultNet" has been enriched by Jobgether.com and got a 72% flex score. Apply tot his job