Technology Sourcing & Procurement Specialist (II)

Join a leading global technology company at the forefront of innovation, where we are shaping the future through groundbreaking products and services. Our mission is to make the world's information universally accessible and useful, and we achieve this by fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and

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Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Professional

Join a leading global technology company at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future through groundbreaking products and services. Our mission is to make the world's information universally accessible and useful, driven by a culture of collaboration, creativity, and impact. We are committed to excellence and continually push the boundaries of what's possible.

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in enabling the creation of cutting-edge technology? We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled professional to drive strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives that directly influence the success of our global operations.

In this role, you will forge critical commercial partnerships, support the seamless delivery of the product roadmap, and optimize supply chain performance-helping bring innovative products to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary commercial liaison between external partners and internal stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication and proactive issue resolution.
• Lead and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, contributing to comprehensive project plans with a strong focus on strategic value and timelines.
• Support the execution of global product and commodity roadmaps by translating strategic objectives into actionable procurement and contract manufacturing strategies.
• Evaluate and manage supplier performance, ensuring alignment with quality, cost, and delivery expectations.
• Identify and recommend creative, data-driven solutions to meet business needs and continuously improve procurement processes.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• Proven expertise in strategic negotiation with a track record of delivering favorable outcomes.
• Strong understanding of business operations and policy frameworks to support effective decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Experience leveraging technology to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness.
• Analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to use data to inform strategy and recommendations.
• Experience acting as a commercial liaison between external partners and internal teams.
• Ability to manage discrete projects while contributing to broader project planning efforts.
• Deep proficiency within a relevant procurement or commodity domain, including ownership of an area of expertise.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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