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manager of global sourcing, professional services category

category sourcing manager it software

<div><div><div><div>United States - Connecticut, United States - New Jersey, United States - New York</div>
</div><div><div>Corporate services, infrastructure and facilities, Management and Business Support, Outsourcing / Offshoring, Process, project and program management</div>
</div><div><div>Group Functions
</div></div><div><p><b>Job Reference #</b></p>
<div>324074BR</div>
</div><div><p><b>City</b></p>
<div>New York, Stamford, Weehawken</div>
</div><div><p><b>Job Type</b></p>
<div>Full Time
</div></div><div><p><b>Your role</b></p>
<div>Do you value partnership? Are you solid as a rock when juggling multiple projects? Are you an expert negotiator and enjoy problem solving? We&rsquo;re looking for a highly motivated and skilled Category &amp; Sourcing Manager to join our Category &amp; Sourcing team for Software.
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The IT Software Category &amp; Sourcing team is responsible for the category delivery across all category scorecard KPIs. Responsibilities include the development and execution of a category management strategy that align with the strategy, objectives and Operating Plan of Group Technology and UBS overall. A Category &amp; Sourcing Manager IT Software is also responsible for developing, structuring and executing Go-to-Market / Deal strategies for high scale and volume IT Software deals for UBS globally, with the objective to drive value and optimize costs.
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We are looking for someone like you to:<br>
<ul><li>be responsible for the Category delivery across all of the Category Scorecard dimensions</li><li>contribute to the development of the IT Software Category Strategy by providing insights and recommendations</li><li>prepare and manage complex negotiations where a new vendor is being considered, or engagements with existing challenging vendors; facilitate elements of complex deals such as: RFx structure, Base Case, Business Case, Commercialization Model, Solution / Proposal Evaluation, Transition, Transformation, &amp; Termination Planning, Deal structuring and Execution</li><li>define commercial constructs to motivate vendor behaviors that are aligned to UBS strategy and goals</li><li>act as a trusted advisor for all internal business partners, with a strong emphasis on concise and accurate communication, both written and verbal</li><li>prepare reports on category insights and provide strategic recommendations to the Category Lead and/or senior management
</li><li>be accountable as the Vendor Relation Manager for selected third-party providers</li></ul><br>
Detailed salary information:<br>
<ul><li>Weehawken, New York: the salary range for this role is $140000 to $180000</li></ul>
The expected salary range(s) for this role as of the date of this posting is/are based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, education, location and skill level. This role may also be eligible for discretionary incentive compensation. For benefits information, please visit ubs.com/usbenefits.</div>
</div><div><p><b>Your team</b></p>
<div>You will be working in the IT Category &amp; Sourcing team directly reporting to the Head of IT Software Category &amp; Sourcing. The team is part of the Supply Chain organization, a function in Group Real Estate and Supply Chain (GRESC). Supply Chain was created to enhance value identification and delivery within GRESC, supporting UBS with its third party vendor management as well as with its Real Estate and Outsourcing footprint.</div>
</div><div><p><b>Your expertise</b></p>
<ul><li>ideally 10+ relevant experience as a Sourcing or Category Manager or in a similar role
</li><li>expert in deal negotiations for large and complex services and experienced in outsourcing methodologies, contracts and commercial models</li><li>experience of working with large service providers and vendors</li><li>excellent stakeholder management skills</li><li>detail orientated with structured, organized, methodical planning skills</li><li>eager to learn, highly driven and motivated with a can&ndash;do attitude
</li><li>initiative and drive as well as the ability to work independently
</li><li>collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with staff from a diverse mix of backgrounds and cultures</li></ul>
</div><div><p><b>About us</b></p>
<div>UBS is the world&rsquo;s largest and the only truly global wealth manager. We operate through four business divisions: Global Wealth Management, Personal &amp; Corporate Banking, Asset Management and the Investment Bank. Our global reach and the breadth of our expertise set us apart from our competitors.<br>
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We have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries.</div>
</div><div><p><b>Salary information</b></p>
<div>US Only: The expected salary range for this role is $140000 to $180000 based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, education, location and skill level. Please see &laquo;Your role&raquo; section for detailed salary information.</div>
</div><div><p><b>Join us</b></p>
<div>At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We&rsquo;re dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That&rsquo;s why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we&rsquo;re more than ourselves.<br>
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We&rsquo;re committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.</div>
</div><div><p><b>Contact Details</b></p>
<div>UBS Business Solutions SA<br>
UBS Recruiting</div>
</div><div><p><b>Disclaimer / Policy statements</b></p>
<div>UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.</div></div></div></div><div></div>

Category & Sourcing Manager IT Software

News Corp

<div><div><div><p>**Job Description :**</p>
<p>
**Manager of Global Sourcing, Professional Services Category**</p>
<p>
**Position summary:** **In the News Corp Global Sourcing Organization, our aim is to unlock value for News Corp to reinvest in what matters most. We do this by bringing speed, efficiency, and security to buying at News Corp and with all business units within. We partner deeply across News Corp&rsquo;s business units to deliver solutions fit for purpose.**</p>
<p>
**As a centralized organization operating in a high complexity environment, we bring one voice to stakeholders, suppliers and vendors to ensure the best outcomes.**</p>
<p>
**Our organization fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement while providing opportunities for ongoing career growth and development. As a Category Support team member, you will partner closely with the Category Leader and key stakeholders to help shape and implement sourcing strategies related to the category services.**</p>
<p>
**This team is responsible for developing and driving holistic category strategies, managing stakeholder relationships, and bringing excellence to News Corp-wide sourcing, supplier, and supplier management. You will collaborate across teams to develop new procurement approaches and solve complex business problems.**</p>
<p>
**In this role, you will promote and support strategic sourcing engagements across a wide range of business units to attract and enable new initiatives to launch and scale rapidly. You understand the importance of creating competitive environments, and have a strong bias for decision-making rooted in data and analytics. You routinely influence the category management leader on innovative sourcing strategies that create sustainable, long-term partnerships. You are a highly effective and influential communicator able to encourage change and can articulate the value proposition of partnering with our sourcing group.**</p>
<p>
**Accountabilities**</p>
<p>
**Category Support**</p>
<p>
+ **Play a supportive role in the development and implementation of multi-year global category plans and/or strategies that drive supplier consolidation and leverage spend across the organization while increasing spend under contract.**</p>
<p>
+ **Collaborate with key stakeholders, team members, and leaders respective to category**</p>
<p>
+ **Follow structured project management methods and principles to execute complex, long-term category management and strategic sourcing initiatives.**</p>
<p>
+ **Support populating and continuous tracking ofCategory Performance framework and defining metrics related to it.**</p>
<p>
+ **Help prepare materials with the Category Leader for structured negotiations following the Global Sourcing and Procurement Category Management and Strategic Sourcing methodologies.**</p>
<p>
+ **Support the Category Leader in starting/running program level initiatives that can create benefits such as improving an existing process, execute actions to increase diversity, etc.**</p>
<p>
+ **Support populating category cards detailing overall category strategies, preferred suppliers, and business unit requirements for execution; ensure category health is tracking per strategy/goals/plan.**</p>
<p>
+ **Support the development of &ldquo;should cost&rdquo; and &ldquo;total cost of ownership models&rdquo; for the category; support the strategies &amp; targets set by the Category Management Leader and the Head of Indirect Sourcing.**</p>
<p>
+ **When appropriate, build strong partnerships with key budget owners, functional stakeholders, and strategic suppliers.**</p>
<p>
+ **Be part of multiple cross-functional teams to ensure delivery of values across the procurement process, contribute to the compliance tracking of category specific policies and performance metrics, and support the translation of rapidly evolving category market trends and leading practices into opportunities for News Corp.**</p>
<p>
**Sourcing Advisory**</p>
<p>
+ **Maintain strong relationships with internal business partners through regular and consistent communication; building a robust understanding of the strategic business direction, requirements and priorities across assigned suppliers and/or spend categories.**</p>
<p>
+ **Support the development and implementation of global sourcing strategies to deliver against business objectives for internal clients.**</p>
<p>
+ **Support and/or directly evaluate suppliers core competencies and competitive positioning using industry cost models and benchmarking analysis; leveraging key-insights to inform and support the category strategy development process.**</p>
<p>
+ **Apply the fundamentals of sourcing and supplier engagement activities including RFx, spend pattern analysis, contract analysis, bid evaluation, negotiations, and supplier consolidation by working with Execution team members.**</p>
<p>
+ **Under the category leadership, collaborate with business and finance leaders to identify and drive savings and controllership improvements, focusing on total cost of ownership.**</p>
<p>
+ **Maintain procurement ethics in accordance with News Corp&rsquo;s global policies &amp; methodologies.**</p>
<p>
+ **Support preparing for and holding business reviews with stakeholders to review vendor performance, future opportunities, and/or challenges.**</p>
<p>
+ **Under the category lead&rsquo;s direction, work with cross-functional internal customers as well as the Business Sourcing Partner to capture detailed business requirements with designated business units, prioritizing business requirements and taking them through approval process; Participate in standardized relationship management processes globally for designated business area(s).**</p>
<p>
+ **Support maintenance of the contracting database and feeds to the Supplier Relationship Management system.**</p>
<p>
**Contracting**</p>
<p>
+ **Support or directly negotiate new and renewal contracts with selected suppliers leveraging tools/technology or supplier contract template including, but not limited to Software as a Service, comprehensive Master Services Agreements, Master License and Service Agreement, Statement of Work, Amendments, etc. and negotiation of global preferred supplier agreements, following the legal guidelines.**</p>
<p>
+ **Support/coordinate the execution of the SOWs of complex and strategic nature through creation to approval.**</p>
<p>
+ **Identify escalations for the Information Security and legal/privacy department accordingly .**</p>
<p>
+ **Maintain up-to-date repository of contracts and status of projects in respective systems.**</p>
<p>
**Critical Experiences | Competencies | Abilities**</p>
<p>
+ **Bachelor of Arts or Sciences Degree or equivalent experience required.**</p>
<p>
+ **Minimum 3 years of strategic sourcing and/or equivalent experience required.**</p>
<p>
+ **Experience working in a large, global, highly matrixed organization, and works easily in multi-business unit project settings; able to facilitate teamwork across corporate boundaries.**</p>
<p>
+ **Embraces critical thinking and applies fact&#8208;based decision making; naturally seeks to leverage and/or integrate market data, spend analytics, and cost modeling.**</p>
<p>
+ **Proven written and oral communicator, with strategic, analytical, and interpersonal skills to act as an effective change agent, unlocking barriers to value for priority spend categories.**</p>
<p>
+ **Competent negotiator with proven experience in setting negotiation strategies and conducting negotiations.**</p>
<p>
+ **Strong project management skills, including adhering to stakeholder timelines, and meeting management skills.**</p>
<p>
+ **Fundamental understanding of, and experience with, multi-step strategic sourcing processes and category management strategies.**</p>
<p>
+ **Experienced at identifying and assessing risk and concisely explaining complex issues to principal business owners.**</p>
<p>
+ **Extremely customer-focused, taking the time to understand the needs of the business.**</p>
<p>
+ **Basic knowledge of the standard types of commercial agreement structures and the function and purpose of key legal terms.Understanding of legal terms and implications; ability to redline contracts aligned with legal guidelines.**</p>
<p>
+ **Ability to accomplish results through others, particularly by establishing relationships, effective controls and monitoring processes.**</p>
<p>
+ **Proficient in using eSourcing tools including eRFx, reverse auctions, project management tools, and contract management tools Ariba or similar (sourcing and contracting), ServiceNow, Oracle, SAP, etc.**</p>
<p>
+ **Ability to travel (up to 10%) &ndash; facility site visits and internal/external meetings as required.**</p>
<p>
**About News Corp**</p>
<p>
**News Corp is a global, diversified media and information services company focused on creating and distributing authoritative and engaging content to consumers throughout the world. The company comprises businesses across a range of media, including news and information services, book publishing, digital real estate services, cable network programming in Australia, and pay-tv distribution in Australia.**</p>
<p>
**Headquartered in New York, News Corp&rsquo;s activities are conducted primarily in the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom.**</p>
<p>
**Equal Opportunity Employer**</p>
<p>
**All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets**</p>
<p>
Job Category:</p>
<p>
Pay Range: $105,000 &ndash; $125,000 + Bonus</p>
<p>
We recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to attract the best candidates. The quoted salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate&rsquo;s experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.</p>
<p>
Pay-for-performance is a key element in our strategy to attract, engage, and motivate talented people to do their best work. Similarly to salary, for bonus eligible roles, targets are set based on a variety of factors including competitive market practice.</p>
<p>
For benefits eligible roles, in addition to cash compensation, the company provides a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits, including &ldquo;elective&rdquo; benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce.</p>
<p>
News Corp is a global, diversified media and information services company focused on creating and distributing authoritative and engaging content to consumers throughout the world. The company comprises businesses across a range of media, including: news and information services, book publishing, digital real estate services, cable network programming in Australia, and pay-tv distribution in Australia.</p>
<p>
Headquartered in New York, the activities of News Corp are conducted primarily in the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom.</p>
<p>Equal Opportunity Employer</p>
<div>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets</div></div></div></div>

Manager of Global Sourcing, Professional Services Category

Guardian Life

<div><div>Are you the type of person who loves to learn and understand how and why new processes work? Do you enjoy solving your customer&rsquo;s business problems through a solid sourcing process and strong contract negotiations? Does the idea of each day bringing a new challenge to solve excite you?</div><div></div><div>
If yes, then Guardian&rsquo;s Senior Analyst, Sourcing &amp; Contracting of Professional Services Category is a role for you.</div><div></div><div>
This role will manage end-to-end sourcing and contracting negotiations of sourcing activity and projects within the Professional Services category. You will become familiar with Guardian&rsquo;s contract landscape, supplier base, and manage key suppliers. This role will engage the business early in the sourcing process to understand requirements, propose category management ideas and offer cost-saving opportunities.</div><div></div><div>
You will lead, mentor, and inspire staff and peers to achieve best practices and consistently demonstrate our Guardian Values of &ldquo;We believe people count,&rdquo; &ldquo;We do the right thing,&rdquo; &ldquo;We courageously shape our future together&rdquo; and &ldquo;We go above and beyond for the people we serve.&rdquo;</div><div></div><div>
You will:</div><ul><li><div>
Run and lead end-of-end execution of complex RFPs, RFIs, vendor selection and contract negotiations in the Professional Services Category.</div></li><li><div>
Candidate must possess experience handling technology and non-technology professional services sourcing projects.</div></li><li><div>
Collaborate with key stakeholders and cross-functional teams to define requirements, evaluate proposals, and ensure timely decision-making.</div></li><li><div>
Research and advise Guardian stakeholders on supplier options, deal structuring and other deal aspects, including deal duration, selection criteria and supplier KPIs.</div></li><li><div>
Create evaluation sheets and perform qualitative and quantitative analysis to drive to consensus on supplier selection.</div></li><li><div>
Providing detailed analysis of supplier proposals to stakeholders, including pricing and business terms.</div></li><li><div>
Provide the first layer of review prior to sending matters to legal and will need to directly interface with suppliers and internal business partners. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, possess the ability to multi-task, be detail oriented, and be able to set and manage priorities.</div></li><li><div>
Become familiar with Guardian&rsquo;s contract landscape, supplier base, and manage key suppliers.</div></li><li><div>
Engage the business early in the sourcing process to understand requirements, propose category management ideas and cost saving opportunities.</div></li><li><div>
Manage and prioritize a large volume of contracts and sourcing projects simultaneously.</div></li><li><div>
Provide the first layer of review prior to sending matters to legal and will need to directly interface with suppliers and internal business partners.</div></li><li><div>
Demonstrate strong organizational skills, possess the ability to multi-task, be detail oriented, set, and manage priorities</div></li><li><div>
Build trusted relationships with IT, Legal, Finance, and business leaders.</div></li><li><div>
Act as a strategic advisor, understanding stakeholder needs and aligning sourcing strategies accordingly.</div></li><li><div>
Facilitate alignment across diverse teams and drive consensus in decision-making.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
You have:</div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in technology, Finance, Legal, or Business, MBA not required but preferred.</div></li><li><div>
8 - 10 years&rsquo; experience in sourcing and contract negotiations experience required.</div></li><li><div>
Demonstrable understanding of the end-to-end sourcing and contracting process.</div></li><li><div>
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).</div></li><li><div>
Ability to comprehend business and legal terms related to sourcing/contract matters.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to redline contracts to ensure proper capture of business terms in the contracts</div></li><li><div>
Demonstrated analytical and contract negotiation skills.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to demonstrate following skills:</div><ul><li><div>
Empathy &amp; Active Listening &ndash; Build trust and understand stakeholder perspectives.</div></li><li><div>
Clear Communication &ndash; Convey complex ideas with clarity and influence across all levels.</div></li><li><div>
Adaptability &ndash; Thrive in dynamic environments and pivot strategies when needed.</div></li><li><div>
Collaboration &ndash; Work seamlessly across functions, valuing diverse viewpoints.</div></li><li><div>
Integrity &amp; Accountability &ndash; Take ownership and act with transparency and fairness.</div></li><li><div>
Problem-Solving Mindset &ndash; Tackle challenges with creativity and resilience.</div></li><li><div>
Mentorship &amp; Team Spirit &ndash; Support others&rsquo; growth and contribute to a positive, inclusive team culture</div></li><li><div>
Organizational Alignment- Align with strategic priorities and fostering a culture of mutual respect and trust. Maintains a constructive attitude and supports decisions even when navigating different viewpoints.</div></li></ul></li></ul><div></div><div>
Reporting Relationship</div><div></div><div>
This position reports to the Head of Category Management, Professional Services. The role resides in the Strategic Sourcing &amp; Vendor Management organization.</div><div></div><div>
Location:</div><div></div><div>
Hybrid role - 3 days in the office, 2 days WFH located in the Holmdel, NJ or Hudson Yards, NYC Guardian office</div><div></div><div>
Salary Range:</div><div></div>
$80,940.00 - $132,975.00<div></div><div>
The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.</div><div></div><div>
Our Promise</div><div></div><div>
At Guardian, you&rsquo;ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.</div><div></div><div>
Inspire Well-Being</div><div></div><div>
As part of Guardian&rsquo;s Purpose &ndash; to inspire well-being &ndash; we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at <div>www.guardianlife.com/careers/corporate/benefits</div>. <i>Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.</i></div><div></div><div>
Equal Employment Opportunity</div><div></div><div>
Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.</div><div></div><div>
Accommodations</div><div></div><div>
Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact <div>applicant_accommodation@glic.com</div>.</div><div></div><div>
Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.</div></div>

Senior Analyst, Sourcing – Professional Services

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

<div><div>About the Metropolitan Museum of Art</div><div>
The Met presents over 5,000 years of art from around the world for everyone to experience and enjoy. The Museum lives in two iconic sites in New York City&mdash;The Met Fifth Avenue and The Met Cloisters. Millions of people also take part in The Met experience online.</div><div></div><div>
Since its founding in 1870, The Met has always aspired to be more than a treasury of rare and beautiful objects. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and respectful work environment with a staff as diverse as the audiences we engage. Our staff members are art lovers who are passionate about working toward a common goal: creating the most dynamic and inspiring art museum in the world.</div><div></div><div>
At The Met, every staff member &ndash; from security officers to researchers to scientists and beyond &ndash; lives by our core values of respect, inclusivity, collaboration, excellence, and integrity.</div><div></div><div>
Respect: Engage one another with collegiality, empathy, and kindness, always.</div><div>
Inclusivity: Ensure that all are and feel welcome and valued.</div><div>
Collaboration: Reach across boundaries to exchange ideas and work together toward our shared mission.</div><div>
Excellence: Lead the cultural world in quality and expertise&mdash;and inspire curiosity and creativity.</div><div>
Integrity: Hold ourselves to the highest moral standards, admit when we fall short, and then evolve.</div><div></div><div>
About the Department</div><div>
Supplier Strategy &amp; Operations leads the optimization of purchases across the Museum to sustain an environment of world-class strategic sourcing through an efficient Intake to Pay (I2P) process. This is accomplished by utilizing industry best practices, which manage risk and administer sourcing functionality to proactively direct buying activities and protect the interests of the Museum. Through this process, SSO:</div><ul><li><div>
leads The Met in embracing a culture where sourcing and negotiations are standardized across the organization, focusing on high profile, high impact projects in a strategic model;</div></li><li><div>
facilitates the sourcing &amp; RFP process, delivering information and efficiencies to stakeholders to enable smart decisions in the best interest of The Met&rsquo;s mission;</div></li><li><div>
is the Subject Matter Experts in all elements of strategic sourcing and supplier engagement;</div></li><li><div>
oversees Supplier Relationship Management and Inclusion;</div></li><li><div>
ensures our business processes are sustainable; and</div></li><li><div>
manages risk and administers the right levels of control and efficiency.</div></li><li><div>
The team manages key staff- and visitor-facing on site suppliers and supports their operation at the highest level, including Restaurants, Mailroom, Parking Garage and Coat Check suppliers.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES &amp; DUTIES:</div><div>
As the Supplier Operations Analyst, you will support the Senior Manager of Supplier &amp; Restaurant Operations in collecting, tracking and reporting on supplier performance. You will track and coordinate departmental initiatives including RFP and sourcing events. You will organize, and maintain vendor documentation and coordinate vendor calendars, onboard/offboarding, inspections, licenses and renewals. You will provide administrative support in scheduling, documenting, and coordinating supplier operations logistics.</div><div></div><div>
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES &amp; DUTIES:</div><div>
Data, Reporting &amp; Insights</div><ul><li><div>
Owns regular data collection and reporting (e.g., sourcing cycle times, supplier performance, restaurant P&amp;Ls), enabling leadership to make informed decisions quickly.</div></li><li><div>
Prepares dashboards, status updates, and presentations that translate operational activity into actionable insight.</div></li><li><div>
Tracks key performance indicators across sourcing, supplier operations, and restaurant functions, ensuring accountability and performance transparency.</div></li></ul><div>
Project Coordination &amp; Special Initiatives</div><ul><li><div>
Serves as project coordinator for cross-departmental initiatives, ensuring deliverables stay on track and dependencies are managed.</div></li><li><div>
Supports RFP and sourcing events with timeline tracking, document management, and internal stakeholder coordination.</div></li><li><div>
Play a key role in implementing new systems or processes by managing logistics, user onboarding, and issue resolution (examples: Donation Process, Union Mail Handling Processes</div></li><li><div>
Draft &amp; edit communications with marketing, when needed.</div></li><li><div>
Supports Restaurant-related initiatives and sustainability efforts.</div></li><li><div>
Ad hoc projects, as needed (sound panel movement, vending machines, secret shopper, etc.)</div></li></ul><div>
Vendor &amp; Stakeholder Management</div><ul><li><div>
Maintain and organize supplier and stakeholder contact lists, communication logs, and contract milestone calendars, schedules, inspections, licenses and renewals.</div></li><li><div>
Ensures supplier onboarding/offboarding processes are completed smoothly and documentation is centralized.</div></li><li><div>
Act as first point of contact for internal and external vendors &amp; stakeholders including restaurants, parking garage, etc.</div></li></ul><div>
Operational Efficiency &amp; Support</div><ul><li><div>
Maintains and updates calendars, team schedules, and project trackers to keep cross-functional teams aligned and on time.</div></li><li><div>
Coordinates agendas, meeting notes, internal communications, follow-ups, and meeting logistics to keep initiatives moving forward.</div></li><li><div>
Procurement ambassador role: enter requisitions, provide receipts, reconcile match exceptions</div></li><li><div>
Enter Jira tickets for loading dock booking, security escorts, design tasks, etc.</div></li></ul><div>
Administrative Backbone</div><ul><li><div>
Manages key documentation systems (e.g., contract databases, SOP libraries, compliance logs).</div></li><li><div>
Supports department budgeting and expense tracking by working closely with AP and Finance.</div></li><li><div>
Provides backup coverage or support during peak activity, absences, or special events (e.g., restaurant launches or sourcing deadlines).</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
REQUIREMENTS &amp; QUALIFICATIONS:</div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Finance, Hospitality or applicable experience required.</div></li><li><div>
Postgraduate, professional accreditation and/or MBA is a plus.</div></li><li><div>
Excellent excel skills to perform analysis (pivots, v-lookups, etc)</div></li><li><div>
Attention to detail with high level of organization and prioritization in fast-paced environment</div></li><li><div>
Customer service profile with patient and polite attentiveness to Museum staff</div></li><li><div>
Clear communication skills, confident speaker</div></li><li><div>
Problem solving skills and proactivity in issue resolution</div></li><li><div>
Sourcing, operations and/or hospitality administration experience is a plus.</div></li><li><div>
Knowledge of Workday is a plus.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
COMPENSATION RANGE:</div><ul><li><div>
Pay Range: $85,000.00 - $90,000.00 / Annually</div></li></ul><div>
The advertised pay scale reflects the good faith minimum and maximum salary range for this role. The advertised pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage for any specific employee. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate&rsquo;s experience, education, special licensing or qualifications, and other factors.</div><div></div><div>
Visa Sponsorship</div><div>
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.</div><div></div><div>
Location Requirements</div><div>
At time of employment, employees are expected to be located within commuting distance of the Museum. &ldquo;Commuting distance&rdquo; means that they are located in one of following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or Pennsylvania (the &ldquo;Tri-state and PA&rdquo; areas), and be able to commute to and from the Museum in a single day.</div><div></div><div>
Benefits Offerings</div><div>
The Museum provides competitive compensation, and generous benefits and perks for all eligible employees. Note: Benefits Offering may differ based on Employee Status.</div><ul><li>
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance</li><li>
403(b) basic retirement plan and optional matching retirement plan with an outstanding employer match</li><li>
Considerable paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and 13 Museum holidays</li><li>
Long-term disability coverage</li><li>
Flexible Spending Accounts &amp; Health Savings Account (pre-tax income for eligible health care expenses)</li><li>
Commuter benefits (pre-tax income for parking or mass transit expenses)</li><li>
Free financial-planning services</li><li>
Financial assistance for relevant coursework, seminars, and training programs</li><li>
25% discount for staff in Museum shops</li><li>
A subsidized staff cafeteria</li><li>
Access to the Museums Council pass, which grants free admission to various museums and cultural institutions</li></ul><div></div><div>
We recognize that it is highly unlikely that someone meets 100% of the desired attributes for a role. If much of this job description describes you, then please apply for this role.</div><div></div><div>
The Met is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, The Met will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed in this process, please contact <div>benefits@metmuseum.org</div>.</div><div></div><div>
The Metropolitan Museum of Art provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, alienage or citizenship status, marital status or domestic partner status, genetic information, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity, HIV status, military status and any other category protected by law in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.</div></div>

Supplier Operations Analyst

Datadog

<div><p>We're looking for someone to join the Datadog Procurement team and help expand the Strategic Sourcing group. Make an impact by being a trusted analyst in several buying categories and continue to prove the value that Strategic Sourcing brings to the organization.</p>
<p><i>
At Datadog, we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them.</i></p>
<p><b>
What You'll Do:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Support and execute sourcing strategies directed by sourcing managers with a specific focus in Software, Marketing, Sales/GTM, and Office Operations.</li>
<li>Manage the renewals list for designated categories and ensure accuracy of information and proactive communication</li>
<li>Negotiate pricing and other business terms with vendors on net-new purchases and renewals</li>
<li>Analyze spend data, identify potential cost savings opportunities</li>
<li>Create pricing models based on vendor proposals to quantify various buying scenarios</li>
<li>Build license forecast models and utilization analyses for enterprise software renewals to help uncover usage and savings opportunities</li>
<li>Collaboratively align with adjacent functions like FP&amp;A on utilization and forecast models</li>
<li>Develop strong relationships with stakeholders and assist teams to independently evaluate their best practices and adopt a value-driven mindset when purchasing on behalf of the organization.</li>
<li>Lead and execute Sourcing events (RFx)</li>
<li>Monitor market trends that impact spend categories and provide recommendations to adapt and mitigate risk</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Who You Are:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Experienced in 2-3+ years supporting procurement through strategic sourcing with a history of data analysis and negotiated savings in the focus categories.</li>
<li>Able to analyze and present complex data and work with internal business units and leadership on business cases for net new contracts and strategic renewals.</li>
<li>Experience at a high-growth company and understands the nuances of increasing headcount, working on global initiatives, leveraging buying power and breaking down potential silos</li>
<li>Proven track record of creating partnerships with stakeholders</li>
<li>Proficient at analyzing cost related to future growth and current demand</li>
<li>Experience in becoming systems subject matter expert</li>
<li>Able to analyze and present complex data and work with internal business units on business cases for net new contracts and strategic renewals.</li>
<li>Willing to engage in innovative stretch projects.</li>
<li>Understands optimization levers such as demand management, consolidation, price negotiation, etc.</li>
<li>Someone who holds a Bachelor's degree in a related field</li>
<li>Experience with Zip and Jira is a plus</li>
</ul>
<p><i>Datadog values people from all walks of life. We understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications on day one. That's okay. If you're passionate about technology and want to grow your skills, we encourage you to apply.</i></p>
<p><b>
Benefits and Growth:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Generous and competitive benefits package</li>
<li>New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan</li>
<li>Continuous career development and pathing opportunities</li>
<li>Employee-focused best in class onboarding</li>
<li>Internal mentor and cross-departmental buddy program</li>
<li>Friendly and inclusive workplace culture</li>
</ul>
<p><i>Benefits and Growth listed above may vary based on the country of your employment and the nature of your employment with Datadog.</i></p><p></p><div>
<p><b>
About Datadog:</b></p>
<p>
Datadog (NASDAQ: DDOG) is a global SaaS business, delivering a rare combination of growth and profitability. We are on a mission to break down silos and solve complexity in the cloud age by enabling digital transformation, cloud migration, and infrastructure monitoring of our customers' entire technology stacks. Built by engineers, for engineers, Datadog is used by organizations of all sizes across a wide range of industries. Together, we champion professional development, diversity of thought, innovation, and work excellence to empower continuous growth. Join the pack and become part of a collaborative, pragmatic, and thoughtful people-first community where we solve tough problems, take smart risks, and celebrate one another. Learn more about #DatadogLife on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Datadog Learning Center.
</p><p></p><p><b>Equal Opportunity at Datadog:</b></p>
<p>
Datadog is proud to offer equal employment opportunity to everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, and other characteristics protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Here are our Candidate Legal Notices for your reference.</p>
<p>
Datadog endeavors to make our Careers Page accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please complete this form. This form is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.</p>
<p><b>
Your Privacy:</b></p>
<p>
Any information you submit to Datadog as part of your application will be processed in accordance with Datadog's Applicant and Candidate Privacy Notice.</p></div></div>

Senior Procurement Analyst - NYC

Victoria's Secret

<div><div><b>Description</b><p></p><div><p><b>
Your Role</b></p><p>
Our Production &amp; Sourcing teams source the raw materials that go into all of our brand products. Materials are sourced from around the world, and we manage production in factories in the U.S. and across the Far East.</p><p>
The Director, Product Development is an experienced leader responsible for leading a product development team for assigned category or categories. They partner with design, raw materials, technical design and production to develop and execute product consistent with design&rsquo;s vision and the Brand&rsquo;s global sourcing strategy. The Director leads the development and execution of products from concept to a pass off to production, with a focus on on-time, quality, products at the right cost, with the required speed and flexibility in support of the brand strategy. This role requires a high level of influence with global cross functional partners and owns the costing process, including negotiation and management of costs. In addition, the Director, Product Development develops advanced concepts, techniques, standards, and brings solutions to problems of unusual complexity which require a high degree of ingenuity, creativity and innovation. The Director collaboratively influences decisions in the development of overall objectives and long-range goals of the organization. They will also plan and directs projects and supply inspiration, leadership and consultation to peers and their team.</p><p><b>
Why You Belong Here</b></p><p>
At Victoria&rsquo;s Secret &amp; Co, we acknowledge your value. We recognize that every associate has something unique to add to our brand and business. We strive to recruit, retain, and advance diverse talent that reflects the customers we serve and the communities where we live and work. We foster a culture where everyone belongs because we know our business thrives most when we look for, listen to, and amplify diversity, equity, and inclusion.</p><p>
We place the customer at the heart of everything we do. We dream big, embrace curiosity and creativity while always learning from our mistakes. We lead with integrity, trust, and respect to achieve the best outcomes as one team.</p><p><b>
Your Impact</b></p><ul><li> Initiate and influence strategic ideas and decision making that will drive the business forward; this includes interface with Cross-Functional team leadership to ensure best results.</li><li> Lead and represent the team and process with brand on driving speed and efficiency through daily work</li><li> Communicate seasonal development calendar and sample needs to regional offices</li><li> Ownership of overall brand financial objectives and support for development of seasonal sourcing plan</li><li> Leverage industry knowledge to support Brand and Product strategies</li><li> Oversee the product costing process, including the negotiation and management of costs with direct reports to meet internal business IMU and AUC goals</li><li> Lead risk assessment &amp; troubleshooting; recommend action and communicate issues that may hinder our ability to achieve our inventory and financial objectives</li><li> Support development of seasonal sourcing plan</li><li> Participate in the development of strategic vendor partnerships that support the allocation process in an effort to minimize costs and maximize efficiencies and manage capacity</li><li> Lead a team of multi-level associates</li><li> Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment. Set clear goals, provide guidance, mentor team to enhance skills and career growth.</li><li> Hire, coach and develop a quality Product Development team and ensure talent development and alignment across categories and brands.</li></ul><p>
Click here for benefit details related to this position.</p></div></div><p></p><div><b>
Minimum Salary:</b> $148,000.00<br>
<b>Maximum Salary:</b> $209,790.00</div><p></p><div><p>
VS&amp;Co provides a range of compensation for this role as shown. Your actual salary will be determined by a number of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic region, or other relevant factors.</p></div><div><b>
Qualifications</b><p></p><p><b>
Your Experience</b></p><ul><li> Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree or equivalent work experience</li><li> 10+ years&rsquo; experience within sourcing/manufacturing, with 3-5 years within Retail Apparel industry in multiple categories</li><li> Experience working with overseas partners required</li><li> Global garment production experience, with extensive knowledge and understanding of the supply/vendor base and manufacturing environment</li><li> Complete understanding of retail business operations and financial metrics</li><li> Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with all levels</li><li> Demonstrate high level decision-making and problem-solving skills</li><li> Proven ability to lead a team</li><li> Detailed understanding of product cost</li><li> Demonstrate experience in bringing flexibility and read and react capability to production processes</li><li> Proficient with Microsoft Office suite</li><li> Detail oriented with strong multi-tasking and organizational skills</li><li> Proven influencing and negotiation skills</li><li> Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills</li><li> Domestic and international travel may be required</li></ul><p>
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance</p><p>
An equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual&rsquo;s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected category recognized by state, federal or local laws. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.</p></div></div><p></p>

Director, Product Development Lingerie & Apparel

American Express

<div><p>At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career.
</p><p>Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
</p><p>Within American Express, Global Supply Management (GSM) is responsible for helping Amex maximize the purchasing power of over $11B of third party spend. We provide strategic consultation to the business and provide end-to-end procurement services. We maximize the purchasing power of the Company to drive the best value from our supplier base which then frees up investment capacity for the Blue Box. GSM together with our business partners manages the supplier strategy for the Company, identifying and on-boarding new suppliers, realizing significant cost saves and revenue generation relating to working with Global Commercial Services and Global Merchant Services to increase billings and merchant coverage and ensuring an optimal user experience for Amex employees and suppliers.
</p><p>Strategic Sourcing and Business Enablement (SS&amp;BE) is responsible for helping Amex maximize its purchasing power with third parties, of which over $3B is for the marketing and promotions (M&amp;P) category. This is a global role supporting all Amex customer segments across multiple sub-categories such as creative, media, print, experiential, marketing technology, and other key marketing services.
</p><p>Your mission:
</p><p>Develop and grow relationships with business partners to understand objectives, key priorities, and opportunities while leading a cross-functional team to develop strategic, forward-thinking strategies with multi-year value generating initiatives to enable business success.
</p><p><b>Responsibilities will, at a high level, include:
</b></p><ul><li>Own the strategic vision and roadmap for select M&amp;P sub-categories with multi-year value generating sourcing approaches to enable the business success including relationship development with business partners to gain business unit knowledge, understand goals, and identify issues and potential opportunities.
</li><li>Seek and leverage external insights to drive innovative ideas and an enterprise view on market trends, competitive landscape value generation, and strategic sourcing opportunities.
</li><li>Develop best practices around supplier and services based on both internal conditions and plans as well as industry trends. This includes, but not limited to, price, scope, performance and right sourcing.
</li><li>Cultivate deep partnerships with internal teams throughout the Blue Box, including Marketing Leadership, Technology, Third-Party Lifecycle Management, Control Management, Legal, and more to ensure synchronization of priorities to meet shared goals.
</li><li>Build strong partnership with select strategic suppliers and manage them effectively.
</li><li>Manage and develop a high performing team.
</li><li>Ability to travel 10%
</li></ul><p><b>Minimum Qualifications:
</b></p><ul><li>Marketing Procurement &ndash; strong general manager, including strategic thinking, financial acumen, and negotiation skills with a deep understanding of market opportunities and broader business issues within Marketing and Promotions to be able to capitalize on market changes and future trends.
</li><li>Analytical thinker &ndash; strategic and creative thinker who likes to solve business and operational problems and identify clear action plans and drive resolution.
</li><li>Customer focus &ndash; customer-first mindset with knowledge of procurement/sourcing process.
</li><li>Strong collaborator &ndash; collaborative partner with strong cross-functional leadership and influence management skills with global experience.
</li><li>Excellent communicator &ndash; excellent oral and written communication skills with comfort presenting ideas to leaders at all levels.
</li><li>Inspiring leader &ndash; leader and colleague who brings a positive and high energy attitude to the organization able to hire, coach, and develop a high performing team.
</li><li>Analytical &ndash; purposeful mindset with the ability to synthesize data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations while balancing multiple priorities.
</li><li>Comfort with white space &ndash; ability to navigate white space and bring structure.
</li><li>Adaptable &ndash; ability to manage day-to-day business priorities along with long-term strategic deliverables with a positive attitude and the flexibility to deal with ambiguity and rapid change.
</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Qualifications:
</b></p><ul><li>Preferred 7+ years of industry experience.
</li></ul><p></p><p>Salary Range: $130,000.00 to $205,000.00 annually + bonus + equity (if applicable) + benefits
</p><p>The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we&rsquo;ll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.
</p><p>We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
</p><ul><li>Competitive base salaries
</li><li>Bonus incentives
</li><li>6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
</li><li>Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
</li><li>Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
</li><li>Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
</li><li>20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
</li><li>Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
</li><li>Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
</li><li>Career development and training opportunities
</li></ul><p>For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site .
</p><p>American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. American Express will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles&rsquo; Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For positions covered by federal and/or state banking regulations, American Express will comply with such regulations as it relates to the consideration of applicants with criminal convictions.
</p><p>We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.
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</p><p>Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.
</p><p>Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for this position.</p></div>

Director, Category Management - Marketing & Promotions

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