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procurement consultant

The Coca-Cola Company

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  This is an Individual Contributor Role and the incumbent must be based in Atlanta, GA and work a hybrid work schedule.
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  Position Overview
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 The Procurement Consultant supports the Global Procurement and Supply Chain Organization through the collection, management, and analysis of data&mdash;providing insight and ultimately driving improvement. The Procurement Consultant will become a key member of a strategic sourcing team, providing analytical rigor and technical expertise enabling procurement leadership to improve decision-making. The person in this role will provide thought-leadership and drive innovation around how the analytics team functions. The Procurement Consultant will play a key role in developing analytics; and he/she will manage upward effectively, challenging leadership appropriately with thoughtful perspective and recommendation.
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  Key Responsibilities
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   Execute day-to-day delivery of sourcing operations services. Activities include:
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   Facilitate sourcing events (e.g. RFP, RFI) through E-Sourcing tool management (i.e. develop bid sheets and cost model, configure E-Sourcing event settings)
  </li>
  <li>
   Collaborate with category managers to ensure compliance to sourcing requirements
  </li>
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   Review and approve catalog information for upload to TCCC systems
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead key analytics activities to provide insight and drive improvement
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide analytical rigor and technical expertise to improve decision-making
  </li>
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   Act as subject matter expert on TCCC sourcing operations policies, processes, and systems
  </li>
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   Participate in development of analytical capabilities and digitization initiatives
  </li>
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   Provide leadership with regular, prioritized updates and escalated issues about operations
  </li>
  <li>
   Communicate key analytics insights by creating and delivering presentations to TCCC teams, executive leaders and sponsors
  </li>
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   Collaborate with TCCC category managers to build an understanding of category strategy, supplier markets, &amp; processes
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  Background/Expertise Requirements
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering, business, or supply chain, advanced degree preferred
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   1+ years of work experience in the areas of engineering, business, and/or supply chain
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   Strong verbal and written communication skills
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   Excellent analytical skills and judgement
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   Advanced Excel skills and knowledge of RDBMS (via SQL) concepts
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   Data Visualization &amp; Story Telling expertise
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   Proficiency in Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes
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   Familiarity with mathematical optimization and linear programming
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   E-Sourcing experience
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   Programming expertise (e.g. XML, VBA, Python) is preferred
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  Skills
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 Lean Manufacturing; Analytical Thinking; Database Management; Customer Service; Contracts; Agile Methodology; Microsoft Office; Group Problem Solving; Communication; Mathematics; Executing Plans; Negotiation; Financial Analysis; Buying (Inactive); Procurement Practices
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 The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.
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 Pay Range:$85,300 - $101,000
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 Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.
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 Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:7.5
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 Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.
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Procurement Consultant

<div><div><p><b>This is an Individual Contributor Role and the incumbent must be based in Atlanta, GA and work a hybrid work schedule.</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Position Overview</b><br>
The Procurement Consultant supports the Global Procurement and Supply Chain Organization through the collection, management, and analysis of data&mdash;providing insight and ultimately driving improvement. The Procurement Consultant will become a key member of a strategic sourcing team, providing analytical rigor and technical expertise enabling procurement leadership to improve decision-making. The person in this role will provide thought-leadership and drive innovation around how the analytics team functions. The Procurement Consultant will play a key role in developing analytics; and he/she will manage upward effectively, challenging leadership appropriately with thoughtful perspective and recommendation.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>
Execute day-to-day delivery of sourcing operations services. Activities include:</li></ul><ul><li>
Facilitate sourcing events (e.g. RFP, RFI) through E-Sourcing tool management (i.e. develop bid sheets and cost model, configure E-Sourcing event settings)</li><li>
Collaborate with category managers to ensure compliance to sourcing requirements</li><li>
Review and approve catalog information for upload to TCCC systems</li></ul><ul><li>
Lead key analytics activities to provide insight and drive improvement</li><li>
Provide analytical rigor and technical expertise to improve decision-making</li><li>
Act as subject matter expert on TCCC sourcing operations policies, processes, and systems</li><li>
Participate in development of analytical capabilities and digitization initiatives</li><li>
Provide leadership with regular, prioritized updates and escalated issues about operations</li><li>
Communicate key analytics insights by creating and delivering presentations to TCCC teams, executive leaders and sponsors</li><li>
Collaborate with TCCC category managers to build an understanding of category strategy, supplier markets, &amp; processes</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Background/Expertise Requirements</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering, business, or supply chain, advanced degree preferred</li><li>
1+ years of work experience in the areas of engineering, business, and/or supply chain</li><li>
Strong verbal and written communication skills</li><li>
Excellent analytical skills and judgement</li><li>
Advanced Excel skills and knowledge of RDBMS (via SQL) concepts</li><li>
Data Visualization &amp; Story Telling expertise</li><li>
Proficiency in Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes</li><li>
Familiarity with mathematical optimization and linear programming</li><li>
E-Sourcing experience</li><li>
Programming expertise (e.g. XML, VBA, Python) is preferred</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Skills:</b></p>
Lean Manufacturing; Analytical Thinking; Database Management; Customer Service; Contracts; Agile Methodology; Microsoft Office; Group Problem Solving; Communication; Mathematics; Executing Plans; Negotiation; Financial Analysis; Buying (Inactive); Procurement Practices</div><div><p>
The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.</p></div><br>
Pay Range:$85,300 - $101,000<br>
Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.<br>
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Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:7.5<br>
Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.</div>

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<div><p>Job Type: Contract</p>
<p>Job Category: IT</p>
<p>Job Description</p>
<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>SAP MM Consultant &ndash; Ariba Supply Chain Collaboration</b></h2><div><b>
Location:</b> Atlanta, GA &ndash; Onsite<br>
<b>Employment Type:</b> Contract</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Position Summary</b></h3><div>
We are looking for an experienced <b>SAP MM Consultant</b> with expertise in <b>Ariba Supply Chain Collaboration</b> to support procurement and supply chain integration. The ideal candidate will bridge SAP MM and Ariba solutions to improve business processes and supplier collaboration.</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></h3><ul><li> Implement, configure, and support SAP MM processes including procurement, inventory management, and material master data.</li><li> Configure <b>Ariba Supply Chain Collaboration (SCC)</b> modules for supplier integration.</li><li> Analyze business requirements and translate them into SAP MM and Ariba technical/functional solutions.</li><li> Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Procurement, Finance, IT) to ensure seamless system integration.</li><li> Support master data migration, data mapping, and testing activities.</li><li> Provide guidance on best practices for procurement and supply chain workflows.</li><li> Participate in workshops, training sessions, and knowledge transfer activities.</li><li> Document configurations, processes, and integration flows for future reference.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Required Skills &amp; Qualifications</b></h3><ul><li> Strong expertise in <b>SAP MM</b> with hands-on experience in procurement, inventory, and material master processes.</li><li> Experience with <b>Ariba Supply Chain Collaboration (SCC)</b> integration with SAP.</li><li> Knowledge of <b>SAP S/4HANA MM</b>, BAPI, IDOC, and workflows.</li><li> Experience in end-to-end <b>Procure-to-Pay (P2P)</b> process.</li><li> Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.</li><li> 5+ years of SAP MM implementation and integration experience.</li></ul><p></p>
<p>Required Skills</p>
<p>GRAPHIC DESIGN CONSULTANT</p> <p>WEB DEVELOPMENT &amp; ANALYTICS CONSULTANT</p></div>

SAP MM Consultant Ariba Supply Chain Collaboration

Elevance Health

<div><p><b>Strategic Sourcing Consultant Senior</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Location:</b> This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. <b>Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.</b></p><p></p><p><i>
Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.</i></p><p></p><p>
The <b>Strategic Sourcing Consultant Senior </b>will be responsible for leading IT sourcing initiatives with a focus on cloud, AI, and procurement transformation. This role supports enterprise tech projects, cloud migrations, and innovation-driven sourcing efforts. The Strategic Sourcing Consultant Senior is also responsible for the execution and implementation of traditional, less complex sub-category sourcing strategies and ad-hoc sourcing.</p><p></p><p><b>
How you will make an impact:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Lead sourcing and negotiations for IT categories (cloud, software, infrastructure).</li><li>
Manage contracting for cloud and AI vendors (e.g., GCP, Oracle, Codeium, Glean, HippocraticAI).</li><li>
Support enterprise initiatives (e.g., CarelonRx, tech innovation, cloud marketplace optimization).</li><li>
Drive Procurement&rsquo;s AI-led transformation, including iCertis CLM and Spark Prompt Library.</li><li>
Conduct training, provide guidance to peers, and support process improvements.</li><li>
Partner with stakeholders to align sourcing with business goals and ensure compliance.</li><li>
Deliver cost savings through competitive sourcing and vendor management.</li><li>
Designs and develops data capturing and reporting approaches as well as identifying possible areas of opportunity for expense management improvement.</li><li>
Defines current work flow, performance metrics, relationships among commodities and processes.</li><li>
Executes standardized strategic sourcing processes for assigned sub-categories.</li><li>
Monitors, tracks, and reports supplier compliance and performance benefits.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Minimum Requirements:</b></p><p>
Requires a BA/BS; 6 years of experience in sourcing/supplier selection with at least 4 years&rsquo; experience with negotiation of pricing and contract terms and conditions; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.</p><p></p><p><b>
Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences:</b></p><ul><li>
MBA preferred.</li><li>
CPM preferred.</li><li>
5+ years&rsquo; experience in IT sourcing/procurement strongly preferred.</li><li>
Experience with cloud, AI, and strategic sourcing negotiations strongly preferred.</li><li>
Experience with cloud platforms Azure, AWS, and/or Google Cloud strongly preferred.</li><li>
Experience with AI tools such as ChatGPT and/or Spark strongly preferred.</li><li>
Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and analytical skills preferred.</li><li>
Familiarity with tools like Ariba, iCertis, and contract lifecycle processes preferred.</li><li>
Healthcare or enterprise tech sourcing experience is a plus.</li></ul><p></p><p>
For candidates working in person or virtually in the below location(s), the salary* range for this specific position is $94,424 to $154,512.</p><p></p><p>
Locations: California</p><p></p><p>
In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Company. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws<i>.
</i></p><p></p><ul><li>The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company&rsquo;s sole discretion, consistent with the law.</li></ul><br>
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<p>Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.</p>
<p>Who We Are</p>
<p>Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities &ndash; and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.</p>
<p>How We Work</p>
<p>At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.</p>
<p>We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.</p>
<p>Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.</p>
<p>The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.</p>
<p>Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance.</p>
<p>Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.</p></div>

Strategic Sourcing Consult Sr.

State of Georgia

<div><div>Additional Information
</div><ul><li>Agency Logo:</li>
<li>Requisition ID: PRO002N</li>
<li>Number of Openings: 1</li>
<li>Advertised Salary: $125,000-$133,000/year</li>
<li>Shift: Day Job</li>
<li>Posting End Date: Oct 23, 2025</li></ul></div>
<br><div><p><b><i>(Hiring salary will be based on experience, credentials, pay equity, and statewide rules)</i></b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:</b></p><p>
The Department of Administrative Services is the State of Georgia&rsquo;s enterprise solution for fleet, human resources administration, risk management, state purchasing and surplus. Through the efforts of our employees, we provide enterprise leadership, business services and solutions to help state entities improve organizational efficiency, workforce performance and policy compliance. With over $5 billion dollars of spend under management, the State Purchasing Division, is tasked with managing the development of the state procurement policies, strategic sourcing for state entities and ensuring that procurement professionals are both educated and compliant with current regulations.</p><p>
The Director of Strategic Sourcing will oversee a large team managing the enterprise procurement function for the State of Georgia. This position will drive change across the State and drive improvements in sourcing and procurement results statewide, in partnership with key stakeholders, departmental leadership and strategic suppliers. The Director will hone current processes and provide the thought leadership necessary to adapt leading practices. The purchasing functions under the Director&rsquo;s purview will include statewide strategic sourcing, contract management, spend analytics and pipeline development. Together with the Deputy Division Director of Policy, Supplier Outreach, and Training; the Director of Audits; and the Director of Agency Sourcing, the Director of Strategic Sourcing will play a key role in shaping the future of Georgia&rsquo;s procurement. This leadership team will help drive the development of new processes, policies, and audit programs aimed at simplifying procedures and increasing flexibility across the procurement system. This position will be instrumental in supporting the GA@WORK implementation and supporting go-live of the Enterprise Resource Planning System (ERP).</p><p><b>
Job Responsibilities:</b></p><p>
o Assist in developing the state&rsquo;s procurement strategy and ensure timely procurement support activities</p><p>
o Manage resources to provide enterprise leadership on complex strategically sourcing of statewide contracts for use by state, higher education and local entities</p><p>
o Recruit, develop and manage team members for sourcing, contract management and data analysis functions</p><p>
o Foster relationships with agency executives and peers across the country to garner feedback and leading practices to drive continuous improvement</p><p>
o Formulate, in conjunction with entities utilizing contracts, short-term and long-term strategic procurement plans in order to maximize buying power, minimize inefficiencies and meet customer needs</p><p>
o Serve as executive level expert by providing direction and guidance in the solicitation, evaluation, negotiation and post award processes (including financial and technical evaluation criteria, complex negotiation process, difficult supplier responses, etc.)</p><p>
o Utilize spend data and market trends to ensure the portfolio of statewide contracts matches the needs of stakeholders and is aligned regularly</p><p>
o Communicate and interact with vendor community on high level matters including conflict resolution</p><p>
o Assist in supervising a contract administration system designed to verify suppliers are performing in accordance with the terms and conditions of their contracts</p><p>
o Procure or supervise the timely procurement of all needed goods, services and technology, in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws, policies and procedures</p><p>
o Leverage spend analytics to improve solicitations, drive benefits and financially manage the statewide contract portfolio</p><p>
o Effectively overseeing the management of supplier quarterly sales report submission and administrative fee payment processes including improvements in reporting, invoices, and Accounts Payable management.</p><p>
o Ensure purchasing practices are consistent, fair and transparent, and designed to encourage maximum competition and best value procurements</p><p>
o Research market sources to locate and ensure the most cost-effective purchase of goods and services</p><p>
o Provide leadership and education through participation in relevant industry events</p><p>
o Develop, recommend and monitor the departmental budget</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</b></p><p>
o Expert knowledge of procurement practices, processes and support systems</p><p>
o Demonstrated project management and/or change management abilities</p><p>
o Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills</p><p>
o Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills required to effectively manage and motivate a large team of professionals</p><p>
o Strong decision-making skills and ability to work cooperatively and persuasively with external and internal leadership</p><p>
o Intermediate to Advanced level proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint</p><p>
o Understanding of major industry categories, supply markets and products</p><p>
o Experience scoping, negotiating and managing large and complex procurement initiatives</p><p><b>
This position may require some travel.</b></p><p><b>
Completion of a pre-employment background check is required</b>.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
DOAS participates in a hybrid work environment and</b></p><p><b>
Telework is encouraged with some days in the office required.</b></p><p><b>
MINIMUM ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS:</b></p><p>
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university <b>and</b> eleven years of experience in purchasing/contracts or procurement sourcing, eight years of which as a manager</p><p><b>
OR</b> six years of experience at the lower level Sr Mgr, Purchase/Inventory (FEM052) or position equivalent</p><ul><li><i>Note: An equivalent combination of education and job specific experience that provided the knowledge, experience and competencies required to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted on a year-over-year basis.</i></li></ul><p><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b> Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess one or more of the following items below.</p><ul><li> Three years leading procurement activities for large and diverse private or public organization</li><li> Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Public Administration (MPA) from accredited institution</li><li> Prior procurement leadership experience with a State of Georgia agency or entity</li><li> Experience with Team Georgia Marketplace and/or PeopleSoft Financials</li><li> Working knowledge of agencies, university system and public procurement</li><li><p>
 Relevant certifications: GCPA, GCPM, CPPO, CPPB, CPSM, or PMP</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Applications accepted at Team Georgia Careers</b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted by the hiring agency.</b></p><p><b>
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.</b></p><p><b>
DOAS is an equal opportunity employer</b></p><p><b>
When applying for this position, you will be asked if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as stated below and may possibly be presented with additional questions to assess preferred qualifications.</b><b> </b><b><i>Preference will be given to applicants who meet one or more of the preferred qualifications</i></b></p>
<div>Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or a related field from an accredited college or university and eleven (11) years of professional job-related experience in inventory, purchasing, or supply chain management which includes eight (8) years in a managerial role; or six (6) years of experience at the lower level Sr Mgr, Purchase/Inventory (FEM052) or position equivalent.</div></div>

Director of Strategic Sourcing

CPS, Inc.

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  Locations: Positions are available in Virginia, South Carolina, Georgia and Maryland
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 My client, a $3B global engineering contractor is seeking a
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 to support its growing business and high-visibility programs. This role serves as a key liaison between Procurement and internal stakeholders&mdash;including Executives, Engineering, Sales, and Manufacturing&mdash;ensuring efficient execution of major projects. This position will manage a $100M spend of electro-mechanicals such as: switch gears, cable, UPS&rsquo;s, bus stacks, electronics, etc. for the assigned project.
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   Lead procurement planning during bidding and project execution phases
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   Source, qualify, and manage vendors; develop RFPs and analyze proposals
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   Negotiate and finalize supplier agreements
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   Develop and implement procurement plans post-award
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   Monitor market conditions to optimize pricing, lead times, logistics, and compliance
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   Interpret contracts, drawings, specifications, and schedules
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   Collaborate with project teams to ensure complete scope coverage
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   Travel to project sites and vendor locations as needed
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree. Engineering or Supply Chain is preferred.
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   5+ years of experience in a strategic sourcing role for the same or similar industry.
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   Strong background in sourcing and negotiating with OEMs, subcontractors, and fabricators
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   Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
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   Positions are onsite - Hybrid or remote is not offered
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   Must be a US Citizen and have or be able to have security clearance
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 My client is experiencing tremendous growth and is offering a generous compensation package and growth potential in a progressive environment.
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Sr. Procurement Engineer

<div></div><div><div>Who we are:</div><div>
It's pretty exciting, to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It&rsquo;s even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world-class data centers are supporting our customers&rsquo; most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today&rsquo;s dynamic digital transformation.</div><div></div><div>
As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world&rsquo;s most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone.</div><div></div><div>
QTS is Powered by People. People who play a vital role in our company&rsquo;s culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission driven. Together, we do great things.</div><div></div><div>
The Impact You Will Have:</div><div>
The Strategic Operations Procurement Manager is responsible for developing, executing, and managing corporate initiatives for our Facilities Operations team to enable effective operations and improvements of new and existing data centers. Responsibilities will extend beyond facilities project procurement, to include support for strategic initiatives such as customer fit-out, site engineering partnerships, and spare parts programs.</div><div></div><div>
The Strategic Operations Procurement Manager will perform complex data analysis to support strategies for new sourcing &amp; other cost optimization opportunities to generate cost savings for categories managed. Categories would include, but not limited to: Electrical, Mechanical, Capital Improvement Projects, SG&amp;A, IT, MRO, Facilities Maintenance, Data Center Infrastructure fit-outs and Data Connectivity.</div><div></div><div>
This role is responsible for negotiating complex/competitive programs &amp; communicating to line of businesses and Senior Management the value propositions associated with Category proposals. The Strategic Operations Procurement Manager will work collaboratively with internal user departments to facilitate, optimize and execute the purchase and corporate governance of these spends categories within the organization.</div><div><br>
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</div><div><i>
(Other duties may be assigned.)</i></div><ul><li>
Support customer fit-out and facilities management procurement strategy in partnership with the development, implementation, sourcing, and operations procurement teams to enable success for fit-out and facilities operations.</li><li>
Foster strong stakeholder support and cooperation on assigned projects, which can range from facilities and construction services along with equipment and material support.</li><li>
Develop supply chain strategies that optimize spending, minimize risk, and ensure the successful delivery of facilities projects within budget and on time.</li><li>
Support development of pre-approved supplier list utilizing input from internal stakeholders and external engagement.</li><li>
Synthesize supplier, industry and market research for key facilities spend categories to develop pricing for equipment and labor contracts lead by the sourcing team.</li><li>
Administer, facilitate and answer vendor exchanges as part of the competitive bidding process, to mitigate QTS's exposure to risk and consolidate suppliers spend.</li><li>
Support development &amp; execution of procurement programs to optimize regional spend leverage across site services and consumable materials.</li><li>
Maintain day-to-day supplier relationships, act as the lead point of contact for all commercial issues.</li><li>
Support negotiations of commercial cost reduction opportunities and provide analytical support for Total Cost of Ownership models used to support sourcing decisions.</li><li>
Identify and implement system solutions and best practices that optimize indirect sourcing and procurement work practices.</li><li>
Builds relationships with key stakeholders to gather category requirements and specifications from departments and category subject matter experts.</li><li>
Ensure tactical execution of purchasing activities to meet routine business needs.</li><li>
Drive value through innovation and collaboration with strategic suppliers and internal customers.</li><li>
Identify and leverage company-wide spend opportunities.</li><li>
Coordinate Facilities&rsquo; purchasing activities across national portfolio of data centers.</li></ul><div></div><div>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Procurement, Supply-Chain, or Engineering or related field or equivalent professional experience.</li><li>
Five or more years of relevant experience in Sourcing / Procurement / Supply-Chain.</li><li>
Skilled in building strong relationships with key stakeholders to gather category requirements, specifications from departments, and category subject matter experts.</li><li>
Experience in managing and leading change initiatives involving significant impacts to organization.</li><li>
Experience developing long range sourcing plans for assigned categories to reduce total costs, optimize value from suppliers, and meet internal customer requirements.</li><li>
Experience in contract development, execution, negotiation and management.</li><li>
Demonstrated company-wide procurement leadership experience within one or more indirect categories or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.</li></ul><div><br>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</div><ul><li>
MBA or master's degree in supply chain.</li><li>
Experience working for or supporting a data center provider (multi-tenant data center, hyperscale user, or equipment provider).</li><li>
Procurement certification (e.g. ISM CPSM).</li></ul><div></div><div>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES</div><ul><li>
Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills with all levels of the organization.</li><li>
Use organizational skills to determine prioritization and appropriate multitasking.</li><li>
Perform necessary and timely follow-up, escalating appropriately if necessary.</li><li>
Strong planning, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>
Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, on multiple, concurrent projects of varying complexity and competing priority.</li><li>
Ability to resolve conflicts and solve problems.</li><li>
Self-motivated and goal driven.</li></ul><div></div><div>
TOTAL REWARDS</div><div>
This role is also eligible for a competitive bene&#64257;ts package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; &#64258;exible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company bene&#64257;ts. This role is bonus eligible and may be eligible for equity.</div><div></div><div>
We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information &amp; Testing, Family &amp; Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.</div><div></div><div>
The &quot;Know Your Rights&quot; Poster is included here:</div><div><div>
Know Your Rights (English)</div></div><div><div>
Know Your Rights (Spanish)</div></div><div></div><div><br>
QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to <div>talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com</div> and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.</div></div>

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