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CTG Strategic Sourcing Buyer in Charlotte, North Carolina
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CTG's premier client has a contract assignment for a Strategic Sourcing Buyer.
Type: Contract
Job Title: Strategic Sourcing Buyer
Location: Charlotte, NY (Hybrid Remote)
Pay Rate: Based on experience
Work Hours: M-F 8am-5pm
Education: Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience)
A successful candidate in this position will possess strong soft skills as well as:
Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Analytical thinking with attention to detail.
Problem-solving and process improvement mindset.
Role Purpose:
- Support the development, communication, and execution of strategic sourcing strategies and plans within Global Supply Management (GSM), while aligning with overall business objectives and strategies for designated global commodities.
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate on strategic sourcing plans and objectives (short & long-term) based on demand forecasts, economic trends, and market conditions affecting GSM and global commodity sourcing.
Support Contributions Metrics system maintenance.
Assist in executing e-auctions, RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs.
Contribute to the implementation of global cost reduction initiatives.
Work with plants and suppliers for short-term forecasts, supply assurance activities, and shipment tracking.
Manage logistics and inventory of company-owned materials for suppliers.
Monitor and analyze monthly raw material prices from approved suppliers to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Contribute to strategic planning for Business GSM, focusing on risk mitigation and cost-effective procurement.
Manage non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and certificates of analysis (COA) between suppliers and manufacturing facilities.
Foster communication and collaboration between plants to address material and quality issues promptly.
Proactively resolve invoicing issues to ensure timely and accurate payment processing.
Participate in cross-functional teams for process improvements, cost reduction, and supply chain issue resolution.
Performance Metrics:
Contribution Metrics
Global Objectives Performance
Competencies:
Influencing: Effectively sells ideas and solutions while building support for them. Gains cooperation from others to achieve goals and obtain necessary information.
Dealing with Ambiguity: Adapts effectively to change and transitions, comfortably shifting gears in ambiguous situations.
Financial Management: Develops financial analyses and identifies cost-saving opportunities.
Negotiation: Conducts negotiations to safeguard the company’s interests and fosters mutually beneficial agreements. Balances and prioritizes between essential requirements and additional preferences during negotiations.
Price/Cost Analysis: Assesses pricing proposals, considering total acquisition cost.
Leadership: Demonstrates integrity and authenticity, treats others with empathy, fairness, and respect, and follows through on commitments.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field.
Proven experience working on project teams.
Strong proficiency in Excel.
Strong analytical abilities with an attention to detail.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience in materials planning, logistics, manufacturing, supply chain, finance, or as a Senior Buyer.
Additional Information:
No third-party resumes will be accepted.
Drug testing and/or other employment-related inquiries may be conducted.
CTG will consider for employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
All interested individuals MUST be able to work on a W2 Tax basis (no C2C or third-party vendors).
CTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
CTG is an E-Verify Company.
To be considered for this opportunity, please apply directly through our website by clicking the link below or email your Word version resume and salary expectations to Rebecca.Olan@ctg.com .
About CTG
CTG, a Cegeka company, is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing IT and business solutions that accelerate project momentum and deliver desired value. Over nearly 60 years, we have earned a reputation as a faster and more reliable, results-driven partner. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG leverages the expertise of over 9,000 team members in 19 countries to provide innovative solutions. Together, we operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working in close cooperation with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. For more information, visit www.ctg.com .
Our culture is a direct result of the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. In other words, our people define our culture. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. Part of our mission is to cultivate a workplace that attracts and develops the best people, reflected by our recognition as a Great Place to Work Certified™ company across many of our global operations.
CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
CTG is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. Our Affirmative Action program serves to promote occupational equality and diversity through good faith efforts. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.