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Join us as a Direct Procurement Sourcing Management Specialist and drive real business impact through strategic sourcing.

You'll optimize procurement processes, negotiate high-value contracts, and partner with teams across the organization to deliver cost savings and quality excellence.

What will you do?


* Lead direct procurement initiatives that optimize cost efficiency while maintaining quality standards


* Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships to secure competitive terms and drive performance


* Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through strategic purchasing and process improvements


* Partner with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and align sourcing strategies with business goals

What are the key skills we are looking for?


* Procurement Strategy - intermediate level; developing sourcing plans that align with business objectives


* Supplier Management - intermediate level; building and maintaining strong supplier partnerships


* Contract Management - intermediate level; negotiating and managing agreements to protect business interests


* Procurement Negotiations - intermediate level; securing favorable terms while maintaining supplier relationships


* Cost Analysis - intermediate level; identifying savings opportunities through detailed spend analysis


* Influencing Skills - intermediate level; driving alignment across stakeholders with competing priorities


* Problem Solving - intermediate level; resolving procurement challenges with practical, effective solutions


* Conflict Management - intermediate level; navigating supplier and stakeholder disagreements constructively

What qualifications will make you successful?


* Strategic thinking and business acumen to shape procurement direction


* Strong communication and influencing skills to align diverse stakeholders


* Proactive approach with a commitment to continuous improvement


* Ability to work independently and provide guidance to others when needed

What's in it for me?


* High-impact role where your decisions directly influence business outcomes


* Opportunity to lead strategic initiatives and drive meaningful change


* Collaborative culture that values expertise and invests in your development


* Autonomy to manage priorities and shape your work approach

Bring your procurement expertise to a team that's ready to welcome you - apply today!

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For this U.S.

based position, the expected pay range is USD 101,6...