Procurement Buyer - Costa Mesa, United States - Knewin

Knewin Costa Mesa, United States

3 weeks ago

Description

Company Description

Ready to make a difference? Experian has evolved into a global tech company and leader in data and analytics.

We're passionate about unlocking the power of data in order to transform lives and create opportunities for consumers, businesses and society.

We're a constituent of the FTSE 30 and for more than 125 years we've helped economies and communities flourish – and we're not done.

Discover the Unexpected - Our 22k amazing employees in 30+ countries believe the possibilities for you, and the world, are growing.

We're investing in the future, through new technologies, talented people and innovation so we can help create a better tomorrow.

To do this we employ 'big-thinkers' and 'can-doers' that share our purpose #uniquelyexperian
Global Procurement

The Global Procurement Function helps stakeholders get the best value from their external supplier spend and ensure that Experian's commercial interests are protected.

Global Procurement is part of the Global Finance organization and works across the matrix, both regionally and within our Global Business Lines (GBLs).

We leverage Experian's spend to get the best outcome for our stakeholders and shareholders while ensuring we exceed our clients' needs.

North America Procurement

As part of the Global Procurement Function the North America Procurement Team is here to capture and maximize the value from Stakeholder's external supplier spend through optimizing acquisition cost, minimizing enterprise risk from Experian's external supplier base, while driving supplier innovation and collaboration.

In direct collaboration with our team, we enable the business to source, select and contract through the Procurement Lifecycle.
Job Description

Role Summary
As a

procurement buyer / contracts specialist,

you will support the regional and global buying strategy for one or more spend categories: marketing, data acquisition, professional services, and software.

This unique role affords you the opportunity to join a fun and dynamic procurement organization, that has access to all levels of Experian's diverse employee base, and where you will obtain paralegal-level knowledge and understanding of commercial contract law through hands-on buying experience.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the key point of contact and SME to our stakeholders on sourcing their purchasing needs and achieving cost savings objectives.

Develop and lead competitive bid exercises (RFI, RFQ, RFP, Reverse Auctions).
Directly negotiate commercial and legal terms with suppliers
Redline, edit, and draft contractual and other documents.
Ensure all outcomes are incompliance with Experian's policies and regulatory requirements.

Act as project manager for coordination with various stakeholders and subject matter experts in the legal, compliance, product, third party risk, and finance departments, and drive transactions to successful completion within the required time frame.

Responsible for enforcing and documenting approval for non-standard terms and pricing.
Advise management on contractual terms and risks.
Operate independently on most matters, with sound judgement in ambiguous situations, amongst competing priorities.
Work across multiple businesses, teams, and time-zones.
Maintain key work activities in Experian's sourcing and contract tools.
Build pro-active relationships with internal stakeholders on current and future needs.
Promote a high-level customer experience.
Qualifications

Must be located in Southern California or Allen, TX
5+ years

relevant procurement or relevant work experience
Business related Bachelors required; advanced degrees a plus
1+ years plus of experience structuring, drafting, and negotiating contracts
Experience with data privacy laws, a plus
Ability to build positive and professional relationships, internally and externally
Good understanding of general commercial contract law
Strong project management skills
Strong negotiation skills
Sound judgement and able to make decisions quickly.
Can-do attitude, results driven and resourceful.
Computer literate and high aptitude for learning systems
Experience with Oracle ERP and Ariba Sourcing / Contracts, an advantage but not necessary
Additional Information

Our uniqueness is that we truly celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are key differentiators.

We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what truly matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering..

the list goes on.

Experian's strong people first approach is award winning; Great Place To Work in 24 countries, FORTUNE Best Companies to work and Glassdoor Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 Stars) to name a few.

Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.
Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is a critical part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success.

Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

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