Sourcing Manager recruitment
Responsibilities
This position will report to the VP- IT Sourcing and the qualified individual will be responsible for the procurement of Market Data and IT-related goods and services. As part of this position the individual will be tasked with reducing and controlling costs and legal risks.
-Assume responsibility for the enterprise-wide, global sourcing and procurement of Market Data and related services as an integral part of Moody's Corporate Services Group
-Reduce cost, increase quality, and improve service by reducing the number of suppliers and consolidating purchasing power.
-Coordinate the requirements and efforts of all internal individuals and groups (Primarily IT and Legal) in connection with the sourcing and procurement of Market Data and services.
-Develop supplier RFPs, RFQs and RFXs and analyze proposals.
-Research and analyze market/financial data from internal and external resources to effectively manage assigned commodity area.
-Coordinate and participate in Global/Regional/Local contract negotiations which directly impact profit margins.
-Ensure that objectives of key company stakeholders/customers are met.
-Develop professional relationships with suppliers and manage related activities.
-Assist in global implementation of sourcing policies and procedures.
-Draft contractual terms and conditions to ensure optimal contractual arrangements and best practices are achieved.
-Proactively seeks new/alternate sources of supply while establishing alliances and managing supplier relations.
Qualifications
-3+ years Market Data IT procurement/ sourcing activities (IT Hardware and Telecom/Networking preferred)
-Demonstrable experience in sourcing of Market Data and IT-related goods services along with other professional services such as consultancy, offshore services, etc. would be advantageous.
-Proficiency in contract negotiations and drafting.
-Experience developing and implementing procurement methodologies and processes
-Exceptional problem solving skills, ability to analyze multiple and complex situations to determine most effective way of resolving issues and pushing strategy forward.
-Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills
Equal Employment Opportunity
Moody's Corporation is committed to equal opportunities and diversity in its recruitment practices. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are dedicated to the fair and equal treatment of potential and existing employees, candidates and clients regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, age or any other characteristic protected by law.
