Sourcing Analyst

Title : Sourcing Analyst

Duration : 6 Months Contract

Location : Newark, NJ

Job Description:

This is a junior-level position responsible for the cost-efficient and effective procurement of goods and services. The position is responsible for assisting in the selection, development, negotiation, and execution of contracts that cover a wide variety of specifications and commercial items or services. The incumbent will also be responsible for gathering and presenting utilisation and spend information for the purpose of building and managing sourcing category strategies.

• Works with internal clients to integrate procurement processes and policies into regular business practice, including assisting with accurate completion of Workday processes and compliance with procurement policies.

• Procures goods and services as assigned via eProcurement tools. Evaluates products and services for overall value (including price, quality, etc.)

Obtain quotes; conduct cost analysis; and participate and price and term/condition negotiations.

• Acts as first tier problem resolution concerning quality, deliveries, Accounts Payable issues, outstanding items, damaged goods and incorrect shipments

• Assists other Strategic Sourcing staff with special projects

• Generates queries and reports from the appropriate Strategic Sourcing systems for internal customers as requested

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent work experience

• 1- 2 years of experience in the strategic sourcing/procurement field preferred.

Knowledge:

• Preferred - Healthcare Industry, Contracting (Legal), Finance, Technology, Workday

• Requires good PC skills (MS Office)

• Prefers working knowledge of eProcurement systems (i.e. Workday, Icertis, Cognos)