Why This Role Stands Out
This hybrid Strategic Sourcing Contractor role offers a fantastic opportunity to drive impact through vendor management and cost-saving initiatives within technology categories, perfect for an analytical professional with strong negotiation skills. You'll gain valuable experience in a dynamic environment, collaborating with stakeholders and contributing to category strategy, making this a rewarding next step in your career. Apply today to leverage your expertise and advance your professional journey.
Quick Overview
Job Description
RESPONSIBILITIES
Kforce has a client in need of a Strategic Sourcing Contractor in Jersey City, NJ.
Responsibilities
- Lead sourcing and vendor management activities across technology-related categories
- Manage supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and procurement processes
- Support RFP/RFQ events, vendor evaluations, and contract execution
- Monitor renewals and identify cost savings and efficiency opportunities
- Analyze spend and supplier data to support sourcing decisions
- Partner with business stakeholders to gather requirements and recommend solutions
- Coordinate supplier onboarding and ongoing vendor performance reviews
- Track sourcing initiatives and communicate status updates to stakeholders
- Support category strategy development and risk management efforts
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
- 6+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, vendor management, or category management
- Experience managing sourcing events, supplier negotiations, and contract administration
- Knowledge of technology products, services, and supplier markets
- Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
- Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Comfortable working in evolving, fast-paced environments
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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