Summary/Purpose The Indirect Buyer will provider procurement support to the organization according to specific policies to achieve the best contractual conditions while also ensuring internal customer satisfaction. This role requires a foundation of function skills and knowledge of relevant purchasing. Under the direction of the Senior Indirect Sourcing Manager the job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Essential Responsibilities In addition, as the Indirect Analyst, you will: • Execute purchasing arrangements for indirect categories in support of the business strategy and plan related to Professional Services categories • Identify indirect purchasing suppliers and arrange optimal contracts in terms of pricing, quality, timing and supply availability over the term of the contract • Develop request for quotations and proposals, analyze supplier response, negotiate, award contracts, and manage post-award supplier activities • Negotiate pricing, terms and commercial conditions of agreements and manage through the contract life-cycle. • Conduct timely reviews with suppliers to measure performance against contractual standards and performance expectations • Develop and maintain long term relationships with suppliers to ensure a high-quality level and reliable sources of supplies and information to support the business needs • Work with Senior Indirect Sourcing Manager to review category spend to develop strategies and monitor all key indicators related to assigned categories • Ability to influence and interact with all levels of the organization • Review spend and industry trends frequently • Delivers savings and cost-avoidance results and provides actionable insight supporting strategic initiatives • Initiate cross-functional strategic sourcing teams to address specific opportunities • Perform other duties, tasks and responsibilities as assigned and work independently Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply-chain, or in a related field plus a minimum of 3 years of experience with indirect procurement support, procurement, purchasing process. Desired Characteristics • Experience supporting process improvement • Ability to engage and actively manage multiple suppliers • Excellent interpersonal skills, highly analytical, detail-oriented and organized • Strong capability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment • Attention to detail with clear ability to see the bigger picture • Able to follow policies and procedures