SOURCING AND PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST, II

Company: Zebra Technologies
Location: San Jose
Posted on: August 26, 2024

Job Description:

Remote Work: Hybrid

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.
Overview: At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working to make everyday life better. United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic solutions that anticipate our customer's and partner's needs and solve their challenges.Being a part of Zebra Nation means being seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our diverse perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are a part of a team pushing boundaries to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.You have opportunities to learn and lead at a forward-thinking company, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes that you care about - locally and globally. We've only begun reimaging the future - for our people, our customers, and the world. Let's create tomorrow together.The Sourcing and Procurement Specialist II will provide support to Category Managers with key tasks and activities related to Zebra's Five Step Strategic Sourcing Methodology. This position should have the ability to work semi-independently (with limited to modest Category Manager involvement) across the strategic sourcing methodology steps and deliverables.This is a Hybrid position. You will be required to go into the office in San Jose, CA a minimum of 3 days a week.
Responsibilities:

• Review and analyze Zebra spend, prepare opportunity analysis, and key reports for category strategies, stakeholders, and executives of moderate scope.
• Facilitate, with limited to modest Category Manager involvement, the strategic sourcing process including supply market and supplier research, analyze and prepare RFx summaries, develop Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models, communication with suppliers and stakeholders, project scheduling the key project milestones, selection and supplier review/evaluations, Zebra value sheet preparation, etc.
• Facilitate, with limited to modest Category Manager involvement, the preparation of supplier negotiation preparation, communication and documentation, project planning, contracting process with submission and management with Zebra Legal.
• Utilize the existing tools for eAuctions, spend and RFx management, etc.
• Facilitate, with limited to modest Category Manager involvement, the strategic sourcing methodology for smaller value purchases in collaboration with business stakeholders.
• Maintain appropriate procurement records and documentation.
  Qualifications:Required:
  • Bachelor's degree required with a preference for Accounting/Finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related;
  • 5 years of sourcing and procurement experience.
  • Excellent professional communications (verbal and written) with suppliers, stakeholders and management.
  • Proven spend analytical skills including ability to drive data collection and analyses, interpret and draw conclusions, and effectively summarize results.
  • Resourcefulness gathering specific supply market research and intelligence that support making strategic sourcing business decisions.
  • Ability to problem solve with limited data and ambiguity.
  • Proven negotiations results from Strategic Sourcing process/methodology.
  • Established customer service skills, with an understanding of customer relationship building, communications and teamwork.
  • Self-disciplined and the ability to self-motivate and work successfully with a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Demonstrated project management skills with a desire to learn and ability to work independently in a fast paced, changing environment.
  • Proficiency in spreadsheet software (e.g. Microsoft Excel), presentation software (i.e. Microsoft PowerPoint), Oracle iProcurement, Scout, and SpendHQ (or similar programs).Preferred:
    • MBA, CPSM is a plus.
    • AgileCome join the herd!Zebra is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability and protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at workplace.accommodations@zebra.com.Salary: USD 67300.00 - USD 100900.00 YearlySalary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience. Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs.
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