Labor Category Specialist

**_ Responsibilities: _**- Review medium complexity level of Statements of Work for stakeholders for negotiation opportunities, risk mitigation, compliance- Review queue of Purchase Requisitions needing Category Manager level review- Performs analysis of portfolio spend data to identify opportunities for supplier optimization, cost reduction, risk mitigation- Participates as a key member on a cross-functional team (may lead specific projects).
- Meets with Stakeholder managers to understand business priorities and translate them into procurement plans; comprehends the industry and the Marketplace.
- Utilizes e-sourcing tools for RFx events and contract management- Participates in Supplier Selection Activities.
- May lead activities for low to mid complex domains.
- Assesses the supply base of category.
- Negotiates and contracts with suppliers; has basic understanding of legal terms and conditions associated with contracts- Engages with low-to-mid complexity supp...