The Software/IT Sourcing Lead Analyst/Manager is a individual contributor senior level position responsible for leading procurement activities such as the negotiation of terms of price, quantity and delivery, analyzing comparable suppliers and agreeing on contracts. The overall objective of this role is to acquire goods and services requested by company personnel in support of the company's business.
Responsibilities:
- Manage a large sourcing projects book of work and drive substantial deal value for Citi.
- Oversee sourcing and supply base strategy, develop standards, policies, targets, and category strategies as well as coordinate the sourcing process for the various products and services within the procurement group.
- Lead and/or participate in global category forums maintaining high level sourcing processes and team.
- Develop and/or implement market analyses/benchmarking processes and leverage key insights to inform and support the category strategy development process.
- Develop and/or implement a strategic supplier management program to ensure optimal supply chain performance.
- Perform financial modeling and lead development and execution of negotiation strategies for high-value and complex multi-year deals.
- Set strategic direction with suppliers, establish supplier qualification criteria, develop contract requirements and master agreements, model total cost of ownership, and negotiate and manage contracts.
- Lead support for cross functional teams in developing and executing sourcing, supplier management strategies, and complex contract negotiations.
- Develop strategies for sourcing, supplier management, negotiation, productivity, and customer and supplier relationships.
- Coach and train new recruits as well as serve in informal/formal leadership roles within team.
- Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision.
- Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.
- Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and/or other team members.
- Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
Qualifications:
- 6-10 years of relevant tech sourcing experience.
- Experience in sourcing or procurement in a large, multi-national organization.
- Experience in leading strategic sourcing programs.
- Experience in complex deal structuring, negotiations, and contracting.
- Advanced computer skills with a focus on Microsoft Excel.
- Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and eProcurement tools (e.g., Oracle, Procure-to-Pay, eAuction, eRFx).
- Demonstrated strategic sourcing/procurement, stakeholder management, relationship management, and influencing skills.
- Previous technology development for project management experience a plus.
- Previous management consulting a plus.
Education:
- Bachelors degree/University degree or equivalent experience.
- Masters degree preferred.
Job Family Group: Corporate Services
Job Family: Supply Chain
Time Type: Full time
Primary Location: Irving Texas United States
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: $114,720.00 - $172,080.00
In addition to salary, Citi's offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
Anticipated Posting Close Date: Jul 17, 2024
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