Strategic Buying Services Analyst I

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🇷🇴 Romania – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

🧐 Analyst

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Conduent

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10,000+ employees

Founded 2017

🏥 Healthcare

📦 Logistics

💼 Consulting

💰 Venture Round on 2009-01

Healthcare • Logistics • Consulting

Conduent is a leading provider of technology-led solutions aimed at enhancing customer experiences and improving operational efficiency for businesses and government agencies. The company offers a wide range of services, including customer experience management, finance and accounting solutions, human capital management, integrated digital solutions, and specialized services for healthcare and public sector clients. By leveraging automation and analytics, Conduent helps organizations streamline processes and drive business success.

📋 Description

• Lead the development and management of key suppliers using advanced sourcing and end-to-end commodity management practices for assigned Direct Purchasing commodities • Apply knowledge of program lead times, supplier lead times, and production capacities • Drive cost optimization initiatives through competitive bidding, eAuctions, Electronic Catalogs, blanket contracts, commodity planning, opportunity assessments, business intelligence requirements, and advanced spend analytics • Own and exceed cost savings targets • Lead process improvement initiatives and ensure delivery against Key Performance Indicators • Oversee routing of low value and emergency Purchase Requests with the remotely located Transactional Purchasing Services team • Develop commodity expertise and define sourcing strategies aligned with market conditions, pricing dynamics, and technology trends • Lead the full Purchasing Sourcing Process, including bid list strategy, RFQ development, supplier negotiations, supplier selection, sourcing approvals, and contract or purchase order issuance • Ensure sourcing, contracts, and Purchase Order transactions comply with Corporate Purchasing Policies and Procedures • Manage, mitigate, and resolve complex commercial issues and supplier risks • Provide leadership, mentorship, and coordination support to other buyers

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree; preferably in Procurement, Accounting, Business, and/or Engineering • Minimum 5 years’ experience in negotiating, sourcing, and managing contracts, with demonstrated ownership of complex procurement activities • Experience with Direct Purchasing (chassis tools) a plus • Proficient computer skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project and SAP • Very good Verbal and Written English Skills (from C1 upwards) • Another European language knowledge is a plus • Demonstrated advanced competence in negotiation and stakeholder management • High degree of organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines • High level of analytical ability where problems are complex and require strategic evaluation • Ability to travel as required

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive environment within a global organization • Opportunities to work cross-regionally with diverse stakeholders and senior leadership • Exposure to advanced strategic sourcing, analytics, and automation practices • Career development opportunities within procurement, supply chain, and global operations • Professional development through cross-functional exposure, strategic sourcing leadership opportunities, and involvement in global procurement initiatives