About Verizon
We empower our employees to innovate and create a better future for our customers. Our mission is to power and connect people, businesses, and communities by bringing them joy through technology.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist at Verizon, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies that leverage relationships across the enterprise for optimal total value. Your responsibilities include managing the sourcing process from Spend Analysis to Contract Management. You will create strategies that ensure we obtain materials and services at the right price, time, and quality while mitigating risk.
* You will work in an Agile environment, switching between categories with a large supply base to meet business demands.
* You will identify and evaluate potential suppliers, utilizing industry cost models, and execute RFX processes.
* You will analyze financial and business data related to supplier proposals to support the development of Verizon's supply base.
* You will support cross-functional teams in strategic sourcing processes and contract negotiations.
* You will negotiate contract terms with suppliers at the Senior Management level and execute contracts in coordination with the Legal and Contract Management Team.
* You will execute supplier relationship management activities for key assigned suppliers.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for self-driven individuals who excel at networking and teamwork. You should thrive in a dynamic environment and be able to collaborate effectively with diverse individuals. Excellent relationship-building skills and interpersonal abilities are essential.
You will need to have:
* A Bachelor's degree and relevant work experience.
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
* The ability to draft Statements of Work, Master Agreements, and Amendments independently.
* Experience with Ariba, SAP, Google Suite, and Microsoft Suite applications.
* The willingness to work flexible shifts to meet project deadlines.
* A desire to continuously learn new tools, solutions, and emerging technologies.
* The ability to lead meetings and give presentations to large audiences.
* Knowledge of data analysis and forecasting tools with the ability to derive measurable insights from data.
Work Environment
In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
37.5
Diversity and Inclusion
We're committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best.