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Description

• Researches and negotiates our most significant, strategic and complex sourcing initiatives related to major organizational contracts and procurements. These initiatives typically involve more time due to complexity and require high levels of strategic agility often interacting with multiple levels of executives across multiple lines of business.

• Prepares the most complex purchasing assignments having the most extensive business requirements and selection criteria.

• Consults with vendors to obtain optimum pricing and availability information.

• Researches and negotiates highly complex organizational purchases.

• Negotiates with vendors to obtain optimum quality, cost, terms, etc., in conjunction with contract construction to effectuate the potentially complex development of enterprise agreements

• Develops and monitors effectiveness of purchasing strategies and effectiveness; initiates improvements as necessary.

• Manage contract execution.

• Support strategic initiatives within Supply Chain Management and multiple business areas including Corporate & Institutional Banking, Asset Management, Capital Markets, and multiple subsidiaries.

• Manage projects in support of previous and current strategic engagements.

• Identifying operational and category strategies

• Contract negotiations

• Reviewing project pipeline and expiring contracts

• Supporting the processes of other areas of Supply Chain

Daily - Manage multiple projects across various business areas while connecting with business partners and other members of the supply chain team.

Weekly – Proactively facilitating project movement, leading steering committees, embracing personal and career growth opportunities.

Monthly/quarterly – Reporting to executive leadership in multiple areas to ensure visibility and strategic alignment.

Skills

Strategic sourcing, Supply chain, Contract, Negotiation skills, Supplier negotiation, Negotiation, contracts management, negotiate contracts, Procurement, Supply management, contract negotiation, vendor sourcing, vendor relationship

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferred Skills Procurement, Purchasing Management, Sourcing Strategies, Supplier Management, Supplier Selection, Vendor Relationships, Vendor Risk Management

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Effective Communications, Industry Knowledge, Negotiating, Process Management

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of industry-relevant experience.

Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education Bachelors

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pittsburgh,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 11, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.