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Sourcing and Vendor Management Analyst
Erie Indemnity Company
Erie, PA, United States
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Division or Field Office:
Office Of The President
Department of Position:
Treasury Department
Work from:
Corporate Office in Erie, PA
At Erie Insurance, you’re not just part of a Fortune 500 company; you’re also a valued member of a diverse and inclusive team that includes more than 5,000 employees and over 2,200 independent agencies. Our Employees work in the Home Office complex located in Erie, PA, and in our Field Offices that span 12 states and the District of Columbia. To attract and retain the best talent, we reward our team members with competitive salaries and a very generous benefits package.
Position Summary
Negotiates favorable terms, volume discounts and contracts with suppliers for the procurement of goods, services and supplies. Evaluates vendors for their ability to provide conforming and quality products and services at competitive costs. Researches and analyzes industry trends and develops recommendations for improved sourcing processes.
Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinates the competitive bid process, from submission to evaluation of selected finalists.
Develops and implements standards, processes, and procedures pertaining to the procurement of product categories and services. Provides sound information and recommendations to internal committees and task forces on business, financial, and licensing issues pertaining to technology acquisitions.
Negotiates terms and conditions that have a financial impact and manages multiple contract negotiations interfacing with numerous internal departments.
Supports the development and maintenance of competitive bidding work product library.
Develops and maintains relationships with key suppliers to sustain thorough knowledge of current activity and prospective business opportunities.
Prepares routine to moderately complex analyses and presents sound recommendations to management. Communicates negotiation objectives, scope, strategy, and direction to negotiation team.
Manages vendor interface with internal customers to implement change processes.
Participates in establishment of annual objectives for contract supplier performance, product pricing, quality, and technological support.
Researches industry trends, products, pricing, and tools, including preparation and management of request for expense documents and evaluation of supplier responses.
Facilitates supplier meetings and reviews and ensures contract terms and service levels are being adhered to.
Conducts negotiation training for customers.
Completes special projects as required.
Competencies
Ability To Learn And Follow Procedures
Ability to Manage Complexity
Decision Making
Detail Orientation
Developing And Maintaining Relationships
Influencing Skills
Information Management Skills
Interpersonal Communication
Job-Specific Knowledge
Planning And Organizing
Presentation Skills
Problem Analysis
Service Orientation
Switching Tasks
Time Management
Qualifications
Minimum Required Education Equivalents • Bachelor's degree in business, finance, MIS or related discipline and two years experience in purchasing and/or vendor management required; or • Associate's degree in business, finance, MIS or related discipline and four years experience in purchasing and/or vendor management required; or • High school diploma or GED and six years experience in purchasing and/or vendor management required. Certified Purchasing Manager designation preferred. Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software required. Knowledge of contracts relationship to financial/operation reporting required.
Physical Requirements
Lifting 0-20 lbs; Occasional (<20%)
Lifting 20-50 lbs; Occasional (<20%)
Lifting Over 50 lbs; Rarely
Driving; Occasional (<20%)
Pushing/Pulling; Rarely
Manual Keying/Data Entry; Frequent (50-80%)
Climbing; Rarely