Senior Specialist in Procurement and Risk Management at Porsche Asia Pacific. Collaborating across departments for procurement requirements and managing operational risk processes.
About the role
- Category Manager responsible for strategic sourcing in IT Software at Pacific Life. Leading RFx initiatives and vendor negotiations to enhance procurement processes.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for software, cloud, SaaS/PaaS, AI, VAR management and IT consulting
- Conduct market research, benchmarking, and analysis to inform category strategies.
- Lead RFx initiatives and contract negotiations to maximize value, reduce costs, and mitigate risk.
- Redline contracts to ensure compliance with corporate policies and favorable terms.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and senior leadership.
- Lead cross-functional teams and projects as needed.
- Perform advanced quantitative analysis to assess financial impacts and category performance.
- Champion the adoption of new technologies and best practices to enhance procurement effectiveness.
Requirements
- 5-7 years of hands-on Strategic Sourcing experience
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent relevant experience
- Proven expertise in Category Management for software, cloud, SaaS/PaaS, AI, VAR management and related technologies.
- Experience with ERP, GRC and Procurement systems (e.g., Coupa, Archer, PeopleSoft).
- Advanced proficiency in Excel; strong skills in PowerPoint and Word.
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and solve complex problems in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communications skills.
- Demonstrated success in stakeholder management and vendor negotiations.
- Experience in risk management, compliance, and global strategic sourcing.
Benefits
- Your benefits start Day 1
- Health prioritization including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account
- Generous paid time off options including Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance Program
- Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and additional contribution regardless of participation
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