A Fortune 500 financial services organization is seeking a Sr. Procurement Consultant to support the Professional Services procurement category. This consultant will drive sourcing strategy, vendor lifecycle management, and contract oversight. Strong experience reviewing commercial agreements is essential, including SOWs, MSAs, NDAs, and other vendor contracts. A paralegal or legal operations background is highly valuable. Experience in software, SaaS, cloud, or technology procurement is preferred.
This role supports a leader known for strong partnership, clear communication, and a collaborative team culture.
Key Responsibilities
Contract and Vendor Lifecycle Management
- Review, draft, negotiate, execute, and manage contracts throughout their lifecycle.
- Analyze and interpret SOWs, MSAs, NDAs, and other commercial agreements for accuracy, compliance, and risk.
- Partner with Legal, Compliance, Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, Audit, and business stakeholders to support vendor risk and governance activities.
- Maintain documentation and ensure accurate post-signature tracking.
Strategic Sourcing and Negotiation
- Lead sourcing initiatives within Professional Services and technology categories.
- Execute RFx activities and lead negotiations for technology agreements such as SaaS, cloud, and EULAs.
- Use market research, cost modeling, and cost benefit analysis to develop negotiation strategies.
- Support vendor evaluation, selection, onboarding, and transitions.
Vendor Performance and Relationship Management
- Monitor vendor performance and develop action plans when issues arise.
- Build strong partnerships with internal teams and external suppliers.
- Support ongoing governance, reporting, and performance reviews.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, MIS, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Three to five years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or vendor management.
- Strong contract review experience. Paralegal or legal operations exposure is highly valued.
- Experience with software, SaaS, or cloud procurement is preferred.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across the enterprise.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Must be able to be onsite in Milwaukee three days per week. Local candidates preferred.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Free lunch provided onsite every day
- High visibility within a respected, enterprise-wide procurement organization
- Opportunity to support impactful work with a leader known for collaboration and clear guidance
