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Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Professional Services
CohereUnited States, Canada · Remote · contract · Mid
CA$140,000 – CA$160,000
Listed on Cohere’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.
What this role is
A strategic sourcing role focused on managing procurement for professional services categories at an enterprise AI company. This suits experienced procurement professionals who excel at vendor negotiation, cost optimization, and building cross-functional relationships in a growing organization.
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What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Finance, Business or related field
- 8-10 years of progressive procurement experience
- Proven experience leading procurement for Professional Services categories
- Strategic sourcing and negotiation skills
- Vendor relationship and contract management experience
- Category management and strategic sourcing methodology experience
- Risk assessment and supplier selection skills
- Market research, benchmarking, RFP, and competitive analysis capability
- Supplier evaluation, selection, and performance management experience
- Track record of cost optimization and savings achievement
- Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to influence stakeholders and drive procurement initiatives
- P2P (procure to pay) process experience
Nice to have
- Proficiency in Omnea procurement software
- Professional certification in procurement or supply chain