Details: Premier, a Xerox company, is considered to be the best in class consulting firm specializing in workflow optimization, print technogy and services related to the document lifecycle, and asset utilization. From document management to collaborative communication tools and multifunction systems, we provide the broadest portfolio of technology and services for companies of any size and any industry. To bring comprehensive solutions to the market, we are partnered with world-class innovators and value-added suppliers. We align ourselves with the best-in-class product and service manufacturer, Xerox. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Xerox Corporation, we extend our reach globally with more than 50,000 employees.

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Details: • Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management (or related industry experience) * 7-10 years in of experience or equivalent in procurement, strategic sourcing or contract writing * Experience in contracting and strong negotiation skills * Strong interpersonal skills, a team focus and the ability to work in cross-functional teams. * Effective oral and written communication and presentation skills * Ability to work on multiple issues and tasks * Ability to develop stakeholder and vendor relationships * Understanding of procurement processes, policies and procedures * Ability to lead teams * Knowledge of cost structures and able to analyze cost components as well as total cost of ownership * Proven supplier management abilities with emphasis on supplier development and continuous improvement * Understand various contract types and how to execute and manage them * Ability to plan and effectively conduct effective negotiations with suppliers to achieve the best total cost of ownership for our client * Thorough knowledge of source-to-pay process including SOx and internal audit documentation requirements in order to maintain policy and regulation compliance * Knowledge of contract, insurance, IP, and state and local government laws * Strategic and analytical thinker with keen business acumen * Customer focused * Highly organized and detail oriented with strong ability to prioritize * High ethical standards and integrity

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