Strategic Sourcing Specialist

About the role

Verizon is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver total value across the enterprise. You will manage the full sourcing lifecycle, from spend analysis to supplier performance, ensuring the right materials and services are obtained at optimal price, time, and quality.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct spend analysis, market research, and supplier due diligence.
• Design and implement sourcing strategies, manage RFX processes, and evaluate bids.
• Negotiate contracts and oversee contract administration.
• Monitor supplier performance and mitigate risk.
• Lead cross‑functional teams in agile environments to meet business demand.
• Analyze financial and business data to support supplier selection and total cost of ownership assessments.

Required profile

• Proven ability to manage end‑to‑end strategic sourcing processes.
• Strong analytical skills for financial and market data evaluation.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams and negotiating at senior‑management level.
• Capability to work in an agile, fast‑changing environment.

Required skills

• Sourcing strategy development
• Spend analysis
• Market research
• RFX management
• Contract negotiation
• Supplier performance management