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Regions Bank Strategic Sourcing Category Strategist in Hoover, Alabama
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Job Description:
At Regions, the Procurement Strategic Sourcing Consultant provides day-to-day management and execution of Sourcing initiatives within a cross functional team. With minimal guidance, this position will generally have responsibility for leading certain expense reduction efforts and associated vendor related engagements and negotiations for certain business units or strategic categories to effectively support the delivery of business outcomes. Associates in this role interact daily with senior and executive level associates within business units to accomplish objectives.
Primary Responsibilities
Negotiates contracts with service providers that deliver effective business outcomes to include negotiations of SLA’s, terms, risk components, and fee structure
Directs and oversees negotiations with good interpersonal and communication skills, to deliver a desired result
Communicates clearly and effectively within a working team to foster collaboration
Utilizes strategic sourcing approach to determine and prepare request for proposals (RFP)/competitive bid requirements, solicit responses, analyze responses, prepare recommendation and negotiate contracts to enhance efficiencies and reduce costs
Executes the bank’s competitive bidding process and lead strategic sourcing activities for assigned areas
Develops cross-functional teams, business objectives, identify bidding suppliers, set up the RFP in the bank’s P2P system, execute the RFP / competitive bid with suppliers, negotiate contracts and work with business stakeholders to develop recommendations
Partners with key stakeholders and senior leaders in proactively identifying expense reduction opportunities as it relates to suppliers
Analyzes market industry conditions and develops plans to procure goods not related to information technology vendors
Communicates corporate procurement standards to vendors and business partners
Completes and executes RFPs and/or contracts that meet the company’s legal and business requirements
May partner with Procurement Strategic Sourcing Technology Consultant on projects
Offers advice and guidance to junior consultants on occasion
This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain/Engineering, Procurement, or related field and five (5) years of experience in procurement or related field
Or High School Diploma or GED and nine (9) years of experience in procurement or related field
Demonstrated ability to execute RFPs and/or competitive bids
Demonstrated ability to negotiate with suppliers and internal customers to maximize value, ensure standardization, successfully resolve disputes, and drive optimal outcomes
Preferences
Professional certification in Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field
Master of Business Administration (MBA) or related degree
Skills and Competencies
Ability to lead associates to desired outcomes through influence and buy-in
Ability to learn additional systems as needed
Ability to research, analyze data, and derive facts
Ability to work in a team environment when applicable
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Demonstrated negotiation skills
Developed relationship-building skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
Strong work ethic and self-motivation
*This position may be filled at a higher level depending on the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience.
Additional job detail for this specific opportunity
Expertise in developing Sourcing Spend Category Strategies in collaboration with internal customers
Expertise in running complex RFPs at the enterprise level dealing with a variety of major suppliers
Strategic Sourcing banking experience preferred
Ability to deal with 20+ Sourcing engagements at any given time
Strong negotiations skills in the areas of price negotiations
Strong knowledge of legal terms and conditions in master services agreements and statements of work
12+ years of sourcing experience preferred
Position Type
Full time
Compensation Details
Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.
The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.
Job Range Target:
Minimum:
$85,608.60 USD
Median:
$113,040.00 USD
Incentive Pay Plans:
Benefits Information
Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for benefits-eligible associates. (https://www.regions.com/about-regions/benefits/benefits-eligibility) Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.
Paid Vacation/Sick Time
401K with Company Match
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
Disability Benefits
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance
Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Associate Volunteer Program
Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions’ benefits, please click or copy the link below to your browser.
https://www.regions.com/welcometour/benefits.rf
Location Details
Riverchase Operations Center
Location:
Hoover, Alabama
Bring Your Whole Self to Work
We have a passion for creating an inclusive environment that promotes and values the differences that make each of us stand out as unique individuals and help provide valuable perspective that makes us a better company and employer. More importantly, we recognize that creating a workplace where everyone, regardless of background, can do their best work and thrive is the right thing to do.
OFCCP Disclosure: Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.
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