[Remote] Senior Associate Sourcing Consultant

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Harbor is looking for a Consultant to join their growing Vendor Governance + Sourcing (VG+S) team, which provides procurement services to manage vendor governance lifecycle. The role involves supporting the Sourcing and Advisory team by facilitating requirements gathering, conducting data analysis, and developing strategic solutions.

Responsibilities

• Work internally with cross-functional teams as well as externally with clients to facilitate requirements gathering
• Conduct informational interviews and data analysis to assess procurement functions
• Leverage internal intellectual property and research to support a point of view on best practices
• Play a key role in creating and delivering presentations throughout consulting engagements
• Generate creative, strategic solutions
• Develop project plans to facilitate implementation
• Support ad hoc practice operations and business development projects, as needed

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Supply Chain or Operations
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in a procurement related role or consulting team-oriented environment focused on strategic sourcing, procurement, process improvement, and/or project management
• Functional knowledge of procurement processes, procurement related technology, and experience in client interaction will be strongly considered
• Permanent U.S./Canadian work authorization
• 10-20% travel may be required (domestic or international)
• Proven analytical and quantitative skills to support financial and operational analysis and research
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving capabilities related to identifying opportunities for process improvement, efficiency, and risk mitigation
• Exceptional organizational, oral, and written communication skills
• Collaborative and adaptable in a team-based environment
• Proven abilities in strategy development, process mapping and documentation, process improvement, change management, and implementation
• Self-starter with independent research capabilities, willingness to learn, and maintain knowledge of industry best practices
• General knowledge around procurement related functions including strategic sourcing, contract review, buying, vendor due diligence, and/or procurement technologies
• Exceptional computer skills including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. High degree of comfort using other Microsoft products (PowerPoint, Word)

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