Strategic Sourcing - Northfield, United States - College of American Pathologists

College of American Pathologists

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Northfield, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Who we are? As the world's largest organization of board-certified pathologists and leading provider of laboratory accreditation and proficiency testing programs, the College of American Pathologists (CAP) serves patients, pathologists, and the public by fostering and advocating excellence in the practice of pathology and laboratory medicine worldwide.

Our Culture

CAP employees make a meaningful difference by partnering with colleagues customers and members on challenging and rewarding work
CAP provides its employees with an energetic and collaborative work environment and encourage opportunities to further develop their skills—offering reimbursement for educational programs and participation in events that enhance your skills
We offer a generous compensation and benefits package, 401K, and more

Brief Description
The Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Specialist is responsible for:

Leading CAP business partner supplier selection and procurement processes by providing timely advise, service, and competitive pricing on goods and services.
Manage key strategic suppliers.
Operate with mínimal guidance, using independent judgment and decision making.
Collaborate with the contracting team to review contracts and identify potential business risks.
Consult with all levels of leadership regarding strategic supplier management decisions and negotiation issues to maintain alignment with organizational initiatives.
Negotiate complex enterprise/foundational agreements.
Demonstrate CAP Leading Self Leadership Values of Partnership, Respect, Accountability, Communication and Excellence.

Specific Duties
Primary duties and responsibilities of the Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Specialist

Participate in multifunctional team meetings as a representative of the Strategic Sourcing & Procurement department.
Colead regular business meetings with a broad base of business partner resources
Seek to understand the needs of key stakeholders and provide input to their agreements.
Lead Request for Proposal / Information / Quotes (RFx) procurement process.
Ensure appropriate forms and documents are prepared and approved.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, take initiative, work independently and have strong interpersonal skills.
Collaborate on Statements of Work with internal staff including but not limited to contracting, business stakeholders, upper management vendors.
Negotiate complex and technical business arrangements including consulting, business and goods services agreements.
Review and analyze agreement terms and conditions to ensure alignment with project managers requirements.
Review and confirm pricing for all agreements, statements of work, staff augmentation, and general business and goods services agreements.
Maintain a holistic view of a supplier relationship and communicate to stakeholders the impacts their agreements have on the organization.
Manage current supplier relationships and identify/evaluate potential new suppliers.
Take leadership roles in resolving price, delivery, quality or payment related challenges.
Serve as resource to others; assist in training and development of Strategic Sourcing and Procurement procedures.
Identify savings opportunities and goals.
Work with project managers to ensure that Strategic Sourcing and Procurement activities align with project timelines.
Ensure communication of Strategic Sourcing and Procurement related technical, marketing, and production information to stakeholders.
Other duties as required.

Knowledge/ Skills Required/Preferred

Personal:

Excellent communication, interpersonal, organization and time management skills required.
Critical thinking skills, conflict resolution and ability to successfully navigate through ambiguous situations.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.

Professional:

Strong business and customer service acumen
Ability to negotiate vendor terms, item costs, and exclusivity or exits to support the financial strategy of the organization.
Able to recognize changing priorities and react accordingly.
Strong financial aptitude and analytical ability

Technical:

Education Experience

Education:

College Degree preferred.

Experience:

5+ years general business operations or Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

Related Certifications:

CPSM preferred.

Location This role is based out of the Northfield, IL headquarters and must reside within a reasonable commute to the office.

"The College of American Pathologists requires all new hires in customer-facing roles to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the first date of employment. If you are unsure whether this position is customer-facing, please inquire with Human Resources. As required by applicable law, The College of American Pathologists will consider requests for Reasonable Accommodations."

Equal Opportunity Employer The CAP is an equal opportunity/affirmative