Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Why Join Us?
 

• Make a Positive Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the health and well-being of Kansans.
• Family Comes First: Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees. Paid vacation and sick leave with paid maternity and paternity available immediately upon hire
• Professional Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with ongoing training and development programs.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with a team of passionate and driven individuals in a work environment that promotes flexibility.
• Trust and Stability: Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas with over 80 years of commitment, compassion and community.
• Inclusive Work Environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a workplace where everyone is valued and respected.

• →High school diploma or equivalent required
• →Bachelor's degree or equivalent in supply chain management, Operations Management, Business, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field preferred
• →In lieu of degree, an additional 3 years of relevant experience required

• Minimum 6 years' experience in procurement, vendor management, and/or supply chain management, with direct involvement in strategic sourcing management required
• Previous experience in project management and process improvement preferred
• Previous experience with IT procurement preferred
• Previous experience identifying and implementing lean principles into workflows preferred

• Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity preferred
• Certified Professional in Supply Management preferred

• No travel

• Advanced experience leading end-to-end RF(x) processes, including development, evaluation, and strategic selection decisions.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple complex projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to collaborate and positively influence key stakeholders at all levels to drive successful outcomes.
• Skilled in building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Advanced in information navigation, research, critical thinking, and presenting findings in a clear and actionable manner.
• Digital dexterity to quickly adapt to new technologies, tools, and platforms to enhance efficiency.
• In-depth knowledge of Supplier, Procurement, Vendor, and Management (SPVM) protocols, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Ability to read, interpret, and negotiate legal contracting language, including redlining terms and conditions.
• Advanced knowledge of sourcing and procurement tools and protocols, including contract lifecycle management tools.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead projects in a cross-functional team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions, and use insights for decision-making.