When you join Verizon
You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life.
What you’ll be doing...
As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist at Verizon, you will be responsible for the development and execution of sourcing strategies to leverage relationships across the enterprise for optimal total value. Your responsibilities will include managing the seven steps of the sourcing process: Spend Analysis, Market Research, Supplier Due Diligence, Sourcing Strategy, RFX Management, Bid Analysis, and Contract Management. You will create sourcing strategies that ensure we obtain materials and services at the right price, time, and quality while mitigating risk. Your expertise will help maintain our market-leading position and contribute to making our Supply Chain practice a World-Class organization.
* Working in an Agile environment, switching between categories with a large supply base to meet business demands.
* Identifying and evaluating potential suppliers, utilizing industry cost models, and executing RFX processes.
* Performing analysis of financial and business data related to supplier proposals to support the development of Verizon's supply base.
* Supporting the management of cross-functional teams (CFT) in strategic sourcing processes and contract negotiations.
* Negotiating contract terms with suppliers at the Senior Management level and executing contracts in coordination with the Legal and Contract Management Team.
* Executing supplier relationship management activities for key assigned suppliers.
What we’re looking for...
You are self-driven, great at networking, and an absolute team player. You thrive in a dynamic environment and can collaborate effectively with diverse individuals. You possess excellent relationship-building skills and interpersonal abilities.
You will need to have:
* Bachelor’s degree and relevant work experience.
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
* Ability to draft Statements of Work, Master Agreements, and Amendments independently.
* Experience with Ariba, SAP, Google Suite, and Microsoft Suite applications.
* Willingness to work flexible shifts to meet project deadlines.
* Desire to continuously learn new tools, solutions, and emerging technologies.
* 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.
Where you’ll be working
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 proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are 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. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more.
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