Some of the things you will be doing:

Category Strategy Development:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for HR services (e.g., recruitment, training, employee benefits), marketing (e.g. digital, print, advertising) and professional services (e.g., consulting, temp labor, or software services).
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and internal requirements to formulate effective sourcing strategies.
• Identify and prioritize key areas for cost savings, consolidation opportunities and process improvements.

Supplier Management:

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers (using RFP/quotation management, bid analysis and recommendation) and manage the selection and onboarding process.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key preferred partners, third party suppliers and service providers.
• Rationalizes supply base and develops strategic supply partner framework that aligns with service level agreements (SLAs) and contractual obligations.

Contract Negotiation and Management:

• Lead complex multi-year contract negotiations to secure favorable terms and conditions that align to stakeholder requirements.
• Draft, review, and manage contracts to ensure they meet legal and organizational standards resolving any issues or disputes.

People Leadership:

• Establish goals and objectives for team supporting all HR, Marketing, professional service categories.
• Manage the full spectrum of employee management, development, coaching, and training.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., HR, marketing, finance, IT) to understand their needs and requirements.
• Provide expertise and guidance on procurement-related matters to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders and suppliers to ensure smooth procurement processes.

Process Improvement:

• Continuously evaluate and improve procurement processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Implement best practices and innovative solutions to optimize procurement activities.

What technical skills, experience, and qualifications do you need:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CPM, CIPS) preferred.
• 10+ years of strategic sourcing experience, with a focus on HR, marketing and/or professional services categories.
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools (Oracle, SAP S/4 Hana, etc.)

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ABOUT US

CSC is a global business, legal, and financial services company based in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, providing knowledge-based solutions to clients worldwide. We have offices and capabilities in over 140 jurisdictions in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, and more than 8,000 colleagues. We are the business behind business.®

Visit our careers site to learn more about CSC and our commitment to our clients, communities, and each other.

CSC is committed to creating a feeling of belonging through a diverse and growth-oriented environment where everyone is valued.

CSC colleagues have global career opportunities and excellent benefits, including annual success-sharing bonuses or commission plans based on individual performance. To learn more, visit cscglobal.com/service/careers.

We offer a range of support to colleagues with disabilities, ensuring people have the necessary resources to thrive in their roles. We encourage candidates to work closely with our talent acquisition partners to convey their specific needs. Our commitment to accessibility reflects our broader dedication to diversity and belonging,

CSC only accepts resumes from employment agencies that are part of our approved supplier program. Resumes submitted from other agencies either to talent acquisition, our hiring leaders, employees, or through any other mechanism other than our supplier process, will not be eligible to claim related fees and the submitted resumes will be considered property of CSC.

We encourage candidates to apply directly to our website and not through third-party sources.

Disclaimer: The information above describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not intended to describe all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.

WHY WORK WITH CSC?

At CSC®, we're always looking ahead, finding ways to improve and anticipate the future needs of our customers. Curiosity fuels our innovation and productivity drives our results. This proactive mindset has helped us adapt and create solutions that have enabled businesses to run smoother and smarter for more than 120 years.

CSC is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented people whose personal values align with ours. We empower our employees to bring the right solutions to market to meet customer demand. That is why we are the premier provider of global solutions for more than 180,000 businesses.

• CSC is a great place to work with smart and dedicated people. We have been voted a Top Workplace every year since 2006 and are a 2022 National Top Workplace.

• We offer challenging work and career opportunities. Most positions are filled with internal moves and employee referrals.

• Employees are eligible for an annual success sharing bonus or commission plans based on role and individual performance.

• CSC offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, life insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. We also offer you a 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

• Our global standard for our work environments supports current and future technology initiatives through open design, sit-stand workstations, and digital interface points with wireless access throughout the campus. It's an exciting time for us in terms of growth and expansion.