IS Sourcing Specialist

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This Position reports to:

Category Manager

 

Job Description Summary ​

Ensures the implementation, maintenance, and compliance of the purchasing and logistics-related activities in the Procurement function to support the business(es). Executes assigned activities as per ABB standard procedures.

Your role and responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end IS Sourcing activities for assigned requests, ensuring alignment with business needs and sourcing policies.
• Define and execute sourcing and negotiation strategies across multiple IS categories: (IT Services, Software & SaaS, Cyber Security, Infrastructure, Hardware, Telecommunications and Print Services)
• Manage sourcing events from requirement through to contract finalization (Requirement to Contract)
• Lead commercial and legal negotiations for IS sourcing contracts typically ranging from $25K to $500K.
• Execute RFQs/RFPs and negotiate contracts

Qualifications for the role :

• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in IS Sourcing/ Indirect Materials & Services (IM&S).
• Strong understanding of contracting processes, procurement governance, and key IS sourcing categories (software, cloud, SaaS, Cyber Security, infrastructure, thardware, telecom and IT services).
• Must have knowledge of IS, Legal, Tax, Cyber Security, Data Privacy, Finance, AI.
• Demonstrated success in commercial and contractual negotiations with large global IT suppliers and service providers.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding cost savings through sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations.
• Fluency in English (written and verbal); Spanish or other languages are considered an advantage.
• Experience working within US and AMC markets is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, BE/BTech IT, or related field.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

More about US:

ABB a provides a comprehensive range of integrated automation, electrical and digital systems and services for customers in the process, hybrid and maritime industries. These offerings, coupled with deep domain knowledge in each end market, help to optimize productivity, energy efficiency, sustainability and safety of industrial processes and operations

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

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