Strategic Supply Chain Specialist 2, Corporate

We believe great work happens when flexibility and connection come together, and when we respect the whole person, not just the professional. That is why we operate under one flexible work model with a hybrid schedule of three in-office days per week, aligned to one of our three Greater Philadelphia area offices. Your Talent Acquisition partner will work closely with you to confirm the office location that best aligns with the role and your home location, ensuring you have the right balance of connection, collaboration, and flexibility to thrive.

Sourcing specialist responsible for all sourcing and cradle-to-grave activities supporting multiple Corporate functions including, but not limited to, Information Technology (IT), Human Resources (HR), Finance and Travel categories of spend. Maintain supplier relationships. Responsible for the creation of funding documents and procurement of all required goods, services and equipment for the Corporate organization. Participate in formulating strategies to reduce the total cost of goods and/or services acquired to ensure competitive pricing.

• Manage full Sourcing lifecycle from preparation of the Recommended Bidder's List (RBL), issue RFQs (Request for Quote), receive and evaluate bids, prepare Competitive Bid Evaluation (CBE), conduct supplier negotiations, issue Purchase Orders, and administrate change orders and Purchase Order closeout. 25%
• Leverage the Company's spending power by creating master supply and services agreements within the spend categories of IT, HR, Finance, Travel, and other leveragable categories of spend. 20%
• Collaborate with business partners to ensure qualified suppliers are selected for RFP & RFQ processes. Establish and manage strategic business relationships with business partners and the suppliers of goods and services associated with indirect and overhead spend. Analyze trends in assigned categories and develop strategies to ensure best value and continuity of supply. Identify and develop relationships with diverse suppliers who align with company strategies. 25%
• Successfully negotiate pricing with suppliers to ensure competitiveness is achieved. Drive material cost reduction opportunities by researching and recommending new sources of supply for equipment, materials, and services. 20%
• Actively seek out and advise management on recommendations for continuous improvement of the processes employed by Supply Chain. Participate in the development and implementation of new Supply Chain programs and processes. 10%

• Ability to investigate, recognize, and then act on cost savings opportunities
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and SAP/ERP Systems
• Strong sourcing, negotiating, and organizational skills to include decision-making, change management, conflict management, and strong analytical skills
• Ability to prioritize workload to support internal/external customer requirements, utilize resources to accomplish tasks efficiently
• Effective communicator who can speak directly with or through formal presentations with all levels of management in a clear and concise manner

• Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field operations required
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Great attitude and team player.
• Successful completion of background screening process.

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery)
• Manual Dexterity (e.g., picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses the fingers)
• Hearing
• Repetitive motions of any part of the body
• Talking
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus over long periods of time
• Ability to write complex documents in the [English] language
• Ability to read complex documents in [English] language
• Capacity to express thoughts orally (e.g., accurately, quick and loudly convey spoken instructions to workers)
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company's office or work site

In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $80,640.00 - $120,960.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

We care about our employees and it shows. Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees' individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!