Strategic Sourcing Contractor

Summary

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client in need of a Strategic Sourcing Contractor in Jersey City, NJ.Responsibilities:

• Lead sourcing and vendor management activities across technology-related categories
• Manage supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and procurement processes
• Support RFP/RFQ events, vendor evaluations, and contract execution
• Monitor renewals and identify cost savings and efficiency opportunities
• Analyze spend and supplier data to support sourcing decisions
• Partner with business stakeholders to gather requirements and recommend solutions
• Coordinate supplier onboarding and ongoing vendor performance reviews
• Track sourcing initiatives and communicate status updates to stakeholders
• Support category strategy development and risk management efforts

Skills

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 6+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, vendor management, or category management
• Experience managing sourcing events, supplier negotiations, and contract administration
• Knowledge of technology products, services, and supplier markets
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Comfortable working in evolving, fast-paced environments

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

By clicking "Apply Today" you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Kforce is a professional staffing services firm offering Technology and Finance & Accounting jobs with top employers nationwide. We specialize in providing contract, contract-to-hire and direct placement opportunities, with over 50 years of experience in the staffing industry. Kforce offers many consultants comprehensive benefits depending on employment status, including medical, dental, 401(K), life insurance and disability. Our vision is to be "the firm most respected by those we serve."

Job Description

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client in need of a Strategic Sourcing Contractor in Jersey City, NJ.Responsibilities:

• Lead sourcing and vendor management activities across technology-related categories
• Manage supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and procurement processes
• Support RFP/RFQ events, vendor evaluations, and contract execution
• Monitor renewals and identify cost savings and efficiency opportunities
• Analyze spend and supplier data to support sourcing decisions
• Partner with business stakeholders to gather requirements and recommend solutions
• Coordinate supplier onboarding and ongoing vendor performance reviews
• Track sourcing initiatives and communicate status updates to stakeholders
• Support category strategy development and risk management efforts

Skills

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 6+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, vendor management, or category management
• Experience managing sourcing events, supplier negotiations, and contract administration
• Knowledge of technology products, services, and supplier markets
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Comfortable working in evolving, fast-paced environments

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

By clicking "Apply Today" you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Kforce is a professional staffing services firm offering Technology and Finance & Accounting jobs with top employers nationwide. We specialize in providing contract, contract-to-hire and direct placement opportunities, with over 50 years of experience in the staffing industry. Kforce offers many consultants comprehensive benefits depending on employment status, including medical, dental, 401(K), life insurance and disability. Our vision is to be "the firm most respected by those we serve."