Strategic Sourcing Specialist at Fortive

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Contract Negotiation, Vendor Management, Facility Maintenance, Problem Solving, Communication, Influencing, Negotiation, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Self-Directed, Microsoft Office, Trade Knowledge, Relationship Building, Cost Reduction

Industry

electrical;Appliances;and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Support the creation, issuing and evaluation of Sourcing Events (RFI/RFP/Targeted Quoting/Direct Negotiation) Partner with Manager, Strategic Sourcing through negotiation to finalize price, quality and delivery for customer requirements. Implement sourcing strategies in consultation with Manager, Strategic Sourcing. Foster expert trade knowledge on all facility maintenance trades across all customers. Build and maintain relationships with key Service Providers, Equipment Manufacturers and Part Suppliers. Develop and maintain relationships with key internal stakeholder teams such as Sales, Account Management and Operations to ensure cross functional collaboration and efficiency. Collaborate with Marketplace Operations to identify best-in-class providers to ensure optimal mix of quality, cost and service. Support Sales in providing Directional/Estimate pricing for new potential clients. Identifies opportunities to reduce cost or add value to existing Preventative Maintenance programs across all customers. 3+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Contract Negotiation and Vendor Management Facility Maintenance and Trade sourcing experience a plus Problem solving skills to identify and solve complex problems Proven experience working with large complex Service Providers Thought leadership and communication skills that influences decision making Proven ability to work well with cross-functional teams, particularly Sales, Account Management, Customer Success and Product teams Can-do, positive, inspiring attitude Excellent influencing and negotiation skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, while still ensuring high quality deliverables and a strong attention to detail Self-directed and motivated in a fast paced and dynamic environment BA degree preferably in Business or Supply Chain Management MBA preferred Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Support the creation, issuing, and evaluation of sourcing events while partnering with the Manager of Strategic Sourcing to negotiate pricing, quality, and delivery. Foster relationships with service providers and internal stakeholders to ensure collaboration and efficiency.