Experienced Full Stack Strategic Sourcing Specialist – Professional Services Sourcing and Contract Negotiation
At arenaflex, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, feasible. We do that through utilizing and growing the contemporary era and pushing the envelope to convey memories to lifestyles through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our gifted crew that provides exceptional innovative content to audiences across the world.
Job Summary:
arenaflex is seeking an experienced Full Stack Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join our dynamic team responsible for the strategic sourcing of Professional Services for arenaflex, building relationships with key executives, advising on marketplace engagement to identify the best dealer partners, leading deal negotiations, and assisting to optimize cross-functional dealer relationships. You will work on a wide range of projects that will keep your position exciting, exposing you to many service-providing industries, including consulting and advisory, financial, tax, audit, data subscriptions, translations, temporary workers, managed services, etc., and allowing your growth in strategic thinking, relationship building, innovative problem-solving, process improvement, innovation sourcing, and other key skills to increase you as a robust business leader.
Responsibilities:
* Participate and lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives with key internal stakeholders
- Evaluate providers and experts based on pre-determined selection criteria
- Develop and lead RFI/RFP process for professional services according to arenaflex policy and procedures
- Analyze bids based on overall cost/delivery to identify opportunities to obtain the best value
- Prepare and execute clear, data-driven negotiation techniques using Strategic Sourcing methodology
- Prepare and execute contracts, as well as perform post-award administration
- Understand and assist in the development and execution of performance control applications with providers that focus on quality, responsiveness, and cost
- Ensure compliance with Sourcing and Procurement regulations and best practices
- Communicate and document to management the reputation of any critical outside relationships that would impact planning and decision-making
- Analyze market trends and situations that affect internal stakeholders and outside providers and/or pricing
- Participate in professional development activities to stay up-to-date with current business best practices
- Demonstrate exemplary integrity and ethics in all instances
- Show expertise with all aspects of the sourcing process for professional services agreements
- Demonstrate experience in drafting and executing professional services agreements
- Have experience working with a legal department on matters regarding boilerplate revisions to terms and conditions
Key Skills and Competencies:
* 5+ years of strategic sourcing experience with a minimum 2 years of services class sourcing
- Ability to engage with and establish relationships with personnel at all levels
- Strong strategic agility
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Ability to collaborate in a team environment
- Internal client awareness
- Ability/choice to work in various environments
- Ability to handle ambiguity
- Knowledge of:
+ Sourcing & Procurement processes + Basic legal terms and conditions + Entertainment industry trends and situations + Proven expertise with all aspects of the sourcing process for professional services agreements + Established experience working with the legal department on matters regarding boilerplate revisions to terms and conditions
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits:
* Work on a wide range of projects that will keep your position exciting and expose you to many service-providing industries
- Opportunities for professional development and growth in strategic thinking, relationship building, innovative problem-solving, process improvement, innovation sourcing, and other key skills
- Collaborative team environment with opportunities to work with personnel at all levels
- Opportunities for career advancement and growth within arenaflex
Work Environment and Company Culture:
* arenaflex is a dynamic and innovative company that values creativity, collaboration, and excellence
- Our team is passionate about delivering exceptional innovative content to audiences across the world
- We offer a flexible and supportive work environment that encourages growth and development
- arenaflex is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to create a workplace that is welcoming and inclusive for all employees
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits:
* Competitive salary range of $25 to $30 per hour
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) matching program
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and experienced professional with a passion for strategic sourcing and contract negotiation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume and cover letter to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you!
Equal Employment Opportunity:
arenaflex is an equal employment opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful of all employees, and we strive to provide equal opportunities for employment, training, and advancement. Apply for this job