Strategic Procurement Advisor (Associate Director)-State Government Services
$160k/y-$308k/y
EY3 days ago
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Summary
EY is seeking a Strategic Procurement Advisor (Associate Director) to join their team, focusing on State Government Services. The role involves creating and driving strategic relationships with client procurement teams to enhance revenue opportunities and account expansion.
About the Role
As a Strategic Procurement Advisor, you will be responsible for collaborating with client procurement teams, developing negotiation strategies, providing strategic guidance during negotiations, and conducting training sessions for account teams. You will also analyze client procurement relationships, oversee responses to RFPs, and act as a primary contact for client procurement organizations, ensuring alignment with their business goals.
About You
Required:
- Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supplier management, and business development.
- Exceptional negotiation skills with a proven track record of successful client engagement.
- In-depth knowledge of procurement best practices and market trends.
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Science (BS) degree in a related discipline.
Preferred:
- Advanced degree (e.g., Masters) in a relevant field.
- Purchasing/Procurement certification or relevant certification (e.g., CSCP, CPSM).
- Experience in consulting or advisory roles.
- Experience leading and managing high-performance teams.
Benefits
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits package based on performance.
- Medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans.
- Flexible vacation policy allowing you to decide how much time off you need.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
EY
EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society, the planet, while building trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams in more than 150 countries work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions, strengthened by sector experience and diverse ecosystem partners. Find out more about the EY global network: http://ey.com/en_gl/legal-statement
Iselin, NJ