Strategic Sourcing Analyst

POWER Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Analyst for the Operations Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Department to work in one of the following offices: Boise, ID; Hailey, ID; St. Louis, MO; Overland Park, KS; Oradell, NJ; or Austin, TX. Position can be remote based on a mutually agreed upon location. In this role the Strategic Sourcing Analyst will work closely with IT on annual Hardware and Software support agreements and Software as a Service (SaaS) licensing renewals. The Sourcing analyst will frequently engage with POWER stakeholders and suppliers to manage the sourcing / renewal processes. This role will also work closely with Corporate Procurement to support the Requisition / Purchase Orders process. At POWER Engineers this role can also branch out into supporting the Project Management Office (PMO) with sourcing activities, pricing and contract negotiations.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities for this position include, but may not be limited to:

• IT and Contract Service Management Platforms
  • Use the Easy Vista and Project Wise contract module to manage annual contract renewals
  • Work with the Easy Vista ticket workflow for IT purchase requests
• Contract Management
  • Review contract language to understand general terms and conditions
  • Communicate contract knowledge to Stakeholders as needed
• Supplier Interactions and Negotiations
  • Negotiate low dollar low complexity hardware and software support renewals
    • In a limited capacity this role may provide negotiation and sourcing services in support of the PMO and its project methodology throughout the life cycle of a given project
  • Be comfortable with conflict and open to challenging suppliers on their proposals (negotiation training to be provided)
  • Actively communicate contract renewal or negotiation status with internal stakeholders
• Learn to use Oracle iProcurement for Requisitions and Purchase Order data (ERP training to be provided)
  • Interact with key stakeholders and suppliers on requisitions and purchase orders
  • Actively communicate requisition status with internal and external department staff
• General understanding of A/P processes
  • Submit invoices for processing
• Maintain and update records and files in Easy Vista, Oracle, and Project Wise (training to be provided)

Required Education/Experience:

• Two (2) + years of administrative and or project support experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work with all levels of an organization
• Exceptional communication skills (oral and written)
• Computer literacy
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong teamwork and collaborative skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to manage tasks under tight deadlines
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Project, Visio, and Power BI

Desired Education/Experience:

• BS/BA in Business, Finance, Accounting, Construction Management or Equivalent Experience
• Experience working with IT Hardware, Software, and Services suppliers
• Negotiation experience
• Experience with Oracle and/or Dynamics ERP systems
• Experience working with the Microsoft POWER BI reporting tool
• Experience with EasyVista or other Service Desk software
• Experience working with the Bentley ProjectWise contract repository
• Knowledge of POWER and organizational policies, procedures, and practices

At POWER Engineers, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

You’ll work on fun and challenging projects and initiatives. You’ll have the chance to make a positive impact on society and the environment. And you’ll find the support, coaching and training it takes to advance your career.

Since we’re employee-owned, we get to make POWER a great place to work. That includes providing competitive compensation, professional development and a full benefit package:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Maternity Leave
• Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick
• 401K

POWER is a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!

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