Procurement Associate Manager

Job Description

Job Title: Procurement Associate Manager

Location-Type: Onsite, Racine, WI

Start Date Is: ASAP

Duration: 6-month contract-to-hire

Compensation Range: $45/hr – $60/hr

Job Description:

Lead global sourcing and procurement efforts with a focus on IT/IS categories to deliver strategic value and operational efficiency.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

Define and implement sourcing strategies for IT/IS subcategories

Engage stakeholders to align sourcing with business needs

Manage supplier relationships and performance evaluations

Drive category strategy development and execution

Lead sourcing initiatives including RFIs, RFPs, and negotiations

Analyze and report vendor performance and sourcing outcomes

Collaborate with global teams to ensure policy compliance

Develop and execute global category strategies

Support implementation of procurement contracts and systems

Requirements:

Must-Haves:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field

5 years in procurement/strategic sourcing

1 year in IT/IS procurement

Experience with contracts, RFPs, and supplier management

Strong communication and analytical skills

Ability to work independently

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and sourcing tools

Nice-to-Haves:

MBA or Master's degree

Experience with supplier negotiations and procurement systems

Strategic and conceptual thinking skills

Strong communication and influencing abilities

Experience in risk and opportunity management

Comfort with ambiguity and matrix environments