Sr. Procurement Consultant

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. The Sr. Procurement Consultant will manage procurement activities, collaborate with internal stakeholders, and implement effective procurement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Partner with internal stakeholders across various levels of the organization to understand procurement needs, mitigate risks, and develop comprehensive execution plans
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Legal, Compliance, and Data Security, to evaluate vendor engagement risks and implement appropriate measures
• Draft and revise contract documents to ensure alignment with organizational standards, addressing potential risks and involving internal experts when necessary
• Facilitate business partner and vendor meetings to resolve contractual issues and provide clear interpretation of terms and conditions
• Establish and execute negotiation strategies that deliver maximum value for the organization
• Independently manage procurement requests with efficiency, ensuring timely completion of tasks
• Maintain contract documentation in compliance with established control procedures and administrative standards
• Organize and oversee sourcing events such as RFPs and RFQs, managing requirements, vendor selection, and overall event administration
• Track and report on contract renewals, ensuring timely actions such as extension, termination, or renegotiation
• Contribute to the development and communication of procurement policies and procedures to stakeholders at varying levels of seniority

Skills

• Proven expertise in purchasing and corporate procurement processes
• Strong knowledge and experience in contract negotiations
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external vendors
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple procurement requests independently
• Familiarity with risk assessment and mitigation strategies within procurement activities
• Proficiency in managing sourcing events and vendor selection processes
• Adept at tracking contract renewals and reporting on pipeline activities
• Exceptional communication skills to convey policies and procedures to diverse stakeholders

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan

Company Overview

• 🔒 At Robert Half, we prioritize your security—if you believe you've encountered a scam or fraudulent recruiter, please report it immediately to https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/fraud-alert. It was founded in 1948, and is headquartered in Menlo Park, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.roberthalf.com/.

Company H1B Sponsorship

• Robert Half has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2024, 31 in 2023, 32 in 2022, 18 in 2021, 22 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.