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Wipro

<div>Job Description<p></p><div><div><ul><li><div><b><br>
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</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>City: Atlanta
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>State/Province: Georgia
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Posting Start Date: 12/2/25
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) is a leading technology services and consulting company focused on building innovative solutions that address clients&rsquo; most complex digital transformation needs. Leveraging our holistic portfolio of capabilities in consulting, design, engineering, and operations, we help clients realize their boldest ambitions and build future-ready, sustainable businesses. With over 230,000 employees and business partners across 65 countries, we deliver on the promise of helping our customers, colleagues, and communities thrive in an ever-changing world. For additional information, visit us at www.wipro.com.
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</b></h2></div><div><div><b>Title: IT Sourcing and Procurement Manager
</b></div><div><b>Type: Contract
</b></div><div><b>Location: USA- Remote<br>
</b></div><div></div><div><b>Responsibilities:
</b></div><ul><li>Support Client teams with sourcing suppliers/ RFQ and purchasing process.
</li><li>Conduct detailed sourcing spend assessment of POs, invoices, and budgets.
</li><li>Provide benchmarking across suppliers and services.
</li><li>Prepare contract negotiations materials and playbook.
</li><li>Manage and track SLAs with key suppliers.
</li><li>Follow-up with Direct suppliers on pricing updates.
</li><li>Track contract renewals and PO balance.
</li><li>Manage Buy/Sale process.
</li><li>Conduct market research and assessment of solutions relevant to Client.
</li>Support with NDA follow-ups and execution<br>
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</b></div><ul><li>Sourcing &amp; Category awareness
</li><li>Supplier Relations Mgmt.
</li><li>Purchasing Transactions
</li><li>Data admin
</li>Exposure to latest Procurement platforms as End-user<br>
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</div>Bachelor's degree<br>
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</b></h2></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div>Mandatory Skills: Procurement(SC) .<br>
<p></p>Experience: 8-10 Years .<br>
<p></p>The expected compensation for this role ranges from $80,000 to $158,000 .<br>
<p></p>Final compensation will depend on various factors, including your geographical location, minimum wage obligations, skills, and relevant experience. Based on the position, the role is also eligible for Wipro's standard benefits including a full range of medical and dental benefits options, disability insurance, paid time off (inclusive of sick leave), other paid and unpaid leave options.<br>
<p></p>Applicants are advised that employment in some roles may be conditioned on successful completion of a post-offer drug screening, subject to applicable state law.<br>
<p></p>Wipro provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applications from veterans and people with disabilities are explicitly welcome.<br>
<p></p>Reinvent your world. We are building a modern Wipro. We are an end-to-end digital transformation partner with the boldest ambitions. To realize them, we need people inspired by reinvention. Of yourself, your career, and your skills. We want to see the constant evolution of our business and our industry. It has always been in our DNA - as the world around us changes, so do we. Join a business powered by purpose and a place that empowers you to design your own reinvention.</div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Sourcing and Procurement Manager

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

<div><div><b>SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES</b></div>
<div>The Procurement Manager is responsible for category management and leading procurement initiatives across the Tropical Smoothie Cafe system. This includes supplier qualification, price negotiation, landed cost analysis, and contract management. This role also leads strategic sourcing efforts to drive cost savings while ensuring quality and supply continuity. The Procurement Manager will oversee more than $250MM in annual spend and support cross-functional initiatives across operations, marketing, culinary, and finance. This position reports to the Senior Director of Supply Chain Operations.</div>
<div></div><div><b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b></div>
<ul><li>Lead sourcing initiatives including RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs to evaluate and award supplier partnerships</li>
<li>Identify and execute cost savings opportunities without compromising product quality</li>
<li>Conduct landed cost analysis and build models to compare sourcing scenarios</li>
<li>Qualify, select, and support onboarding of new supplier partners</li>
<li>Monitor industry trends, commodity markets, and macroeconomic indicators to guide sourcing strategies</li>
<li>Serve as the internal expert on cost structures, supplier capabilities, and procurement best practices</li>
<li>Provide business case support and rationale for all sourcing recommendations</li>
<li>Conduct regular supplier business reviews to evaluate spend, performance, and innovation opportunities</li>
<li>Participate in S&amp;OP planning and align supplier production with demand forecasts</li>
<li>Build strong relationships with key supplier contacts and internal stakeholders</li>
<li>Develop and negotiate service level agreements and other contractual terms</li>
<li>Manage contract lifecycles, ensuring compliance and timely renewals</li>
<li>Mitigate supply risk by identifying and testing alternate sources of supply</li>
<li>Support rollout of new tools and processes that enhance sourcing efficiency</li>
<li>Leverage historical data and usage trends to inform procurement timing and strategies</li>
<li>Communicate sourcing decisions and impacts to internal teams and franchisees</li>
<li>Adhere and manage our contract management tool</li>
<li>Partner with Legal, R&amp;D, QA, and Operations to drive innovation and alignment</li>
<li>Act as a leader and mentor within the Supply Chain team</li>
<li>Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support business needs</li>
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<div></div><div><b>REQUIRED EXPERIENCE</b></div>
<ul><li>5+ years of experience in procurement, contract management, or strategic sourcing</li>
<li>Experience sourcing perishable or food products</li>
<li>Foodservice, QSR, or Fast Casual industry experience strongly preferred</li>
</ul>
<div></div><div><b>EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS</b></div>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, or related field</li>
</ul><div><b>CERTIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE</b></div>
<ul><li>Strong understanding of contract negotiation including pricing, food safety, and technical terms</li>
<li>Experience leading competitive bid processes (RFx)</li>
<li>Knowledge of commodity markets and cost structures</li>
<li>Ability to assess currency impacts and macroeconomic trends</li>
<li>Proficiency in strategic sourcing tools and techniques</li>
<li>Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office Suite</li>
<li>Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills</li>
<li>Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment</li>
<li>CPM, CPSM, or PMP certifications a plus</li>
</ul><div><b>TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS</b></div>
<ul><li>Up to 10% travel to support business initiatives and supplier engagement</li></ul></div>

Procurement Manager

CARE

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SENIOR PROCUREMENT OFFICER

<div></div><div><div>The Category Sourcing Manager (&ldquo;CSM&rdquo;) is responsible for developing, executing, and managing corporate sourcing initiatives for a variety of direct and indirect categories, depending on expertise. CSM will perform complex data analysis to identify 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. CSM is responsible for negotiating complex/competitive programs &amp; communicating to line of businesses and Senior Management the value propositions associated with Category proposals. CSM will work collaboratively with internal user departments to facilitate, optimize and execute the purchase and corporate governance of these spends categories within organization.</div><div></div><div>
RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties as assigned.</div><ul><li> Lead ongoing category management activities within assigned scope of spend categories to achieve business objectives and benefit targets</li><li> Drive development of supplier and industry category profiles and strategies to a &ldquo;best in class&rdquo; Supply-Chain for data center providers</li><li> Identify and leverage company-wide spend opportunities</li><li> Coordinate Facilities&rsquo; purchasing activities across national portfolio of data centers</li><li> Lead supplier selection &amp; recommendation activities including qualitative/quantitative analysis, selection criteria, long/short lists, RFI/RFP development, and bid analysis</li><li> Develop and execute sourcing strategies for highest spend, greatest complexity, and most critical/strategic categories</li><li> Provide strategic guidance to profiles and Total Cost of Ownership models used to support sourcing decisions</li><li> Develop implementation strategy, responsibility assignments, communications plans, and timeline</li><li> Lead implementation activities for categories with critical impacts to business and internal customers</li><li> Monitor compliance with supplier agreements related to high spend scope area</li><li> Develop long range sourcing plans for assigned categories to reduce total costs, optimize value from suppliers, and meet internal customer requirements</li><li> Conduct thorough spend analysis, develop methodology and metrics tools to track progress</li><li> Negotiate, review, and execute implementation of contractual arrangements per company policy and business objectives</li><li> Identify and implement system solutions and best practices that optimizes 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></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>
Seven or more years of relevant experience in Sourcing / Procurement / Supply-Chain</li><li>
Experience in contract development, execution, negotiation and management</li><li>
Skilled in building 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>
Demonstrated company-wide procurement leadership experience within one or more indirect categories or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience</li></ul><div></div><div>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</div><ul><li>
MBA or Master&rsquo;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><ul><li>
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.</li><li>
This position is bonus eligible</li></ul><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>
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Category Sourcing Manager

RS Integrated Supply

<p><b>WHAT WE DO:</b></p><p>RS Integrated Supply is a rapidly growing leader and global provider of comprehensive supply chain services that drive increased productivity and profitability for our clients, including: Supply Chain Services, Asset Services, Master Data Leadership SM and Technology. We currently deliver our highly focused expertise through integration at more than 220 customer sites across the North America, Europe, and Singapore.</p><p><b>THIS POSITION IS 100% ONSITE</b></p><p><b>COMPENSATION:</b> $63K - $68K</p><p><b>SCHEDULE: Monday &ndash; Friday | </b>Flexibility required for shifts that may fall anytime between <b>8 AM and 7 PM</b></p><p><b>JOB SUMMARY:</b></p><p>The Procurement Specialist is responsible for routine MRO procurement activities within SSI, and/or the appropriate Client systems. The Procurement Specialist ensures materials are accurately ordered and received within the procurement system. This position is responsible for orders to be processed and expedited in a timely and efficient manner, and employs problem solving methods to resolve issues with delivery, price or any other order issues. It is incumbent upon the Enterprise Buyer to develop and maintain strong relationships with Site personnel, vendors and clients, and keep an open line of communication. The EBG will maintain control of all aspects of purchasing for assigned clients.</p><p><b>Essential Functions:</b></p><ul><li>Responsible for finding and achieving cost savings through sourcing of new suppliers, manufacturers and distributors. Exceed contractual guaranteed savings requirements by looking for savings opportunities, negotiating best price, utilizing SSI purchasing leverage and contracts, and by finding ways to improve efficiency and profitability for our clients.</li><li>Maintain the vendor database and setup local vendors as needed. Use preferred vendors as often as possible.</li><li>Generate purchase orders (PO&rsquo;s) using SSI or appropriate Client purchasing systems. Verify quoted prices when generating a PO for any item including reorders.</li><li>Expedite orders, manage status of purchasing needs via the creation of Non-Stock and Stock PO using the site&rsquo;s &ldquo;Open Order Report&rdquo; Regularly check Open Order Report and communicate delays or issues to supervisor and site as required. Ensure timely delivery of items, keeping supervisor and site informed of delivery issues.</li><li>Maintain open lines of communication by establishing and building relationships with internal and external customers, including middle and upper management.</li><li>Run reports on a timely basis including the Buyer Activity Report, On Order Report and any other purchasing reports required. <b>Obtain quotes on items not pre-sourced. Source competitive price quotes for items that are not covered under existing agreements. Review PO acknowledgement documenting any price changes in procurement system and update new prices on PO with date and any other pertinent information.</b></li><li>Prepare RFQ's, compile responses and analyzes results.</li><li>Assist in determining Sourcing Strategy where appropriate.</li><li>Review invoices for price and/or quantity discrepancies and follow guidelines to resolve discrepancies, with a focus of assisting Site Manager or Supervisor in reducing discrepancies (IDRs).</li><li>Sourcing of products</li><li>Responding to customer inquiries regarding company products and services</li><li>Checks the availability of stock</li><li>Placing and expediting purchase orders for stock and non-stock items</li><li>Complete and monitor reports including procurement and supplier performance metrics</li><li>Participates in special projects as directed, to include process improvement teams</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul><p><b>Required Skills:</b></p><ul><li>1-2 years of MRO Purchasing experience</li><li>Basic knowledge of MRO materials</li><li>Computer literacy &ndash; Windows Operating System, Microsoft Office and ability to learn and demonstrate proficiency in the use of the SSI systems, or other Client systems.</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills; solid basic math skills</li><li>Highly organized and detail-oriented</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $63,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Procurement Specialist

Georgia-Pacific

<div><b>Your Job</b><p>
We are seeking a Category Buyer - Packaging &amp; Unitizing for our Strategic Sourcing &amp; Procurement organization within Georgia-Pacific. As a part of our Strategic Sourcing and Procurement organization, the Category Buyer reports to the Sourcing Execution Leader. You will be responsible for procurement of packaging &amp; unitizing materials across Georgia Pacific ensuring adherence to category strategy. You must be self-directed, work with a high sense of urgency, and possess the ability to solve problems and collaborate with other disciplines to meet the needs of operations. You will be asked to continuously improve the process and drive efficiencies across the enterprise.
</p><p>This role is based at either GP Center in downtown Atlanta, GA or an approved Georgia-Pacific Consumer Products facility. This role will require up to 10% travel.</p><p><b>
Our Team</b></p><p>
Georgia-Pacific's Strategic Sourcing &amp; Procurement (SS&amp;P) organization is responsible for the strategic sourcing and procurement of critical materials and services supporting over 140 facilities nationwide. Our team drives value through category management, supplier partnerships, and innovative process improvements. Join us during an exciting transformation as we build new capabilities, improve efficiencies, and capture significant savings.</p><p><b>
What You Will Do</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Support the strategic vision for sourcing and purchasing across Georgia-Pacific.
</li><li>Collaborate with strategic sourcing, operations and other supporting capabilities to understand and support their priorities. Execute the strategy associated with Packaging &amp; Unitizing to drive value to the bottom line.
</li><li>Manage the ordering process to ensure accurate purchase orders, proactively engage with suppliers to ensure on time delivery, and expedite when necessary.
</li><li>Ensure supply to facilities while continuously improving the process to a standardized approach.
</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Packaging &amp; Unitizing space.
</li><li>Identify opportunities to transform procurement job functions through utilization of tools and technologies to become best in class.
</li><li>Implement processes to improve purchasing efficiencies and automation.
</li><li>Optimize working capital and manage on-hand inventory levels effectively.
</li><li>Engage with supply base and suppliers to foster collaboration and partnership.
</li><li>Connect with KBX and transportation partners to drive process efficiencies.
</li><li>Ensure compliance with all safety, purchasing, fiduciary, inventory and environmental policies and procedures.
</li></ul><p><b>Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years' experience in procurement, purchasing or manufacturing operations, OR high school diploma and 5+ years' experience in procurement, purchasing or manufacturing operations.
</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with expertise in pivot tables, lookup functions, data visualization tools, and PowerPoint.
</li><li>Experience building and managing relationships with suppliers.
</li><li>Willing to travel up to 10%.
</li></ul><p><b>What Will Put You Ahead</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree or higher in engineering, supply chain management, logistics or business administration.
</li><li>3+ years' experience with consumer products packaging.
</li><li>2+ years' experience with data analytics work, or the equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. python, query building, etc.).
</li><li>Experience applying lean principles to drive continuous improvement.
</li><li>Experience in analyzing processes and developing and implementing solutions.
</li><li>Experience in the manufacturing industry.
</li><li>Experience working in production and supply planning.
</li><li>Experience with specification-based pricing strategies and methodologies.
</li><li>Experience with ERP Systems (e.g. S4 Hana, AS8, MP2, etc.)
</li></ul><p>At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.</p><p><b>
Hiring Philosophy</b>
</p><p>All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .</p><p><b>
Who We Are</b>
</p><p>As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.
</p><p>At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.</p><p><b>
Our Benefits</b>
</p><p>Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
</p><p>Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.</p><p><b>
Equal Opportunities
</b></p><p>Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aqu&iacute; , or tu ).</p><p>
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Category Buyer - Packaging & Unitizing

American Cancer Society

<div><div>At the American Cancer Society, we're working to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Our employees and 1.3 million volunteers are raising the bar every single day. We are a culture comprised of diverse backgrounds and experience, to better serve our communities.<br>
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The people who work at the American Cancer Society focus their diverse talents on our lifesaving mission. It is a calling. And the people who answer it are fulfilled.</div><div></div>
The IT Buyer II is responsible for sourcing and procuring IT products and services, including software, hardware, and technical professional services. This role supports IT procurement throughout the project lifecycle and collaborates with various departments to ensure contracts and purchases meet ACS business and InfoSec requirements. The individual ensures procurement aligns with budgetary and quality standards and is responsible for source-to-pay functions, including sourcing, bidding, supplier qualification, negotiation, contract execution, and compliant transactional activities. Additionally, the role supports strategic supplier relationships and performance management, executes purchasing activities, documents actions, and communicates policies/procedures to internal/external stakeholders.<div></div><div>
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:</div><ul><li>
Identify, compete and evaluate qualified suppliers to meet immediate operational needs, ensuring quality, value and ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures.</li><ul><li>In partnership with IT stakeholders and Strategic Sourcing (as needed), prepare detailed bid requests, analyze bids and procurement data to identify cost savings and service efficiencies and improve service delivery.</li></ul><li>
Negotiate pricing, deliverables, and terms swiftly with multiple qualified partners, focusing on achieving the best value and quality of service.</li><li>
Enter contracts into the contract system and collaborate with suppliers and the legal team to finalize contracts, create Purchase Orders to coordinate the purchase and delivery of goods/services to individual locations.</li><li>
Collaborate and engage with departments/cross-functional teams to ensure consistency and compliance with InfoSec requirements, integrations, enterprise architecture and software asset management.</li><li>
Provide excellent service and communication to internal stakeholders, ensuring their needs are met, and supporting procurement-related special projects.</li><li>
Foster a collaborative and positive work environment by actively engaging with team members and cross-functional teams, promoting open communication, and supporting collective problem-solving efforts to understand urgent service requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.</li><li>
Provide product, spend, and supplier information to sourcing managers as requested; assist with category management as assigned.</li></ul><div>
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:</div><ul><li>
A college degree or professional certification in Supply Chain, Information Technology, Procurement, CPM, CPSM, CTPs, CTPE or related field preferred.</li><li>
A minimum of 3 years&rsquo; experience negotiating software license agreements, cloud computing agreements, or other technology-related contracts is essential.</li><li>
Technology purchasing experience required.</li><li>
Highly experienced in conducting competitive bidding, negotiations, and contract processes.</li><li>
Proficient with procurement/supply chain/IT technology specific terminology and practices.</li></ul><div></div><div>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:</div><ul><li>
Customer-Centric Collaboration - Builds strong relationships through teamwork, empathy, and a deep understanding of customer needs to deliver tailored, value-driven solutions.</li><li>
Strategic Thinking &amp; Decision-Making - Applies data-driven insights and sound judgment to make timely, effective decisions that align with business objectives and drive progress.</li><li>
Proactive Execution &amp; Accountability - Demonstrates initiative, urgency, and ownership in tackling challenges and delivering results, while holding self and others accountable for commitments.</li><li>
Organizational Agility - Excels in planning, prioritization, and multitasking with strong attention to detail, ensuring deadlines are met in fast-paced environments.</li><li>
Analytical Problem-Solving - Resolves complex issues through critical thinking and adaptive strategies, often improving or modifying standard approaches for better outcomes.</li><li>
Process Improvement &amp; Efficiency - Continuously evaluates and enhances workflows to optimize performance, reduce inefficiencies, and support continuous improvement.</li><li>
Effective Communication - Communicates clearly and persuasively across diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing, ensuring alignment and shared understanding.</li><li>
Integrity &amp; Trust - Earns confidence through consistent honesty, professionalism, and ethical behavior.</li><li>
Procurement &amp; Financial Acumen - Skilled in sourcing processes, competitive bidding, supplier qualification, and procurement of technology-related products and services. Possesses foundational knowledge of finance, budgeting, and cost control.</li><li>
Adaptability &amp; Learning Agility - Quick to learn and master new skills, tools, and processes, with a positive, proactive mindset and a strong commitment to quality and teamwork.</li></ul><div><br>
</div><div></div><div>TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:</div><ul><li>
Ability to travel when necessary</li></ul><div></div><div>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:</div><ul><li>
Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.</li><li>
No, or very limited physical effort is required.</li><li>
No or very limited exposure to physical risk.</li></ul><div></div><div>
The salary range for this position is $68,000 to $72,000. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.</div><div></div><div>
ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits. We are a proud equal opportunity employer.</div></div>

Buyer II, Information Technology

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