Job Title

Sourcing Operations Specialist

Job Description

I. Job Summary | Major goals and objectives.

The Sourcing Operations Specialist will assist the Strategic Sourcing team by managing and maintaining many of the company’s programs and team’s internal databases, while providing support with project tasks. The position requires ongoing collaboration with various business groups and team members. Strong communication, reporting, and problem-solving skills are required for this position.

II. Essential Job Functions

Weight % Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results

50%

Sourcing Administration

• Assist the Strategic Sourcing team in sourcing and operational projects
• Maintain the company’s contract repository
• Proficiently use technology, with advanced skills in MS Excel or Google Sheets
• Prepare analytical reports to support strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Conduct invoice and spend data mining.
• Manage internal project records and report the financial impact data

50%

Program Management:

• Oversee the day-to-day maintenance of the company’s corporate credit card program
• Perform financial analysts of credit card and invoice spend on a month, quarterly and annual basis.
• Ensure policy is followed by reviewing cardholder statements and receipts.
• Assist in managing the company’s office supply and small parcel package program.
• Conduct compliance audits and problem-solving activities for the company’s contingent workers.

100%

III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree (Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting preferred)

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a related field (Procurement, Operations, Finance)

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Works effectively with all levels and collaborates with team members.
• Must have ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects and tasks.
• Excels in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent computer skills and proficient in excel, word and PowerPoint

% Travel Required (Approximate):

• Less than 5%

It is the policy of Meredith Operations Corporation ("Dotdash Meredith", "the Company") to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing ddm.hr@dotdashmdp.com.

The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• On-site gym
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Volunteer time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Des Moines, IA 50309: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Des Moines, IA 50309