Job Description
The Contingent Plan is actively recruiting multiple commodity buyers for a client based in Auburn Hills. The temporary assignments are expected to last 9 months. The roles are hybrid remote with 2 - 3 days in office per week. Sorry, no sponsorship is available at this time. The roles are an immediate need and the client will move quickly with the right candidates.

• Develop, build, and populate contracts repository
• Generate agreement Meta data pertinent to separation
• Chase functional leads to assure inputs delivery
• Process agreements for pertinent legal terms pertaining to termination, assignment, Legal Entity (LE) changes, etc..
• Coordinate with suppliers required actions identified by Global Supply Management (GSM) Enterprise Team
• Deliver, and manage communications and terminations
• Manage RFI, RFQ and RFP process for Corporate Services and IT requirements where requested
• Negotiate price savings where opportunities exist and cost avoidance as needed to mitigate negative economics- on Corporate Services and IT commodities
• Manage Global Team meetings with Travel Leaders to assure program continuity
• Drive user satisfaction and adoption
• Travel Policy Leader
• Develop Commodity Strategies and supplier portfolios
• Ensure an appropriate supplier management
• Achieve defined cost reduction targets
• Good understanding of the relevant legal framework
• Ability to operate independently
• Be prepared to travel as required
• Manage internal client and supplier relationships
• Monitor and assess supplier performance
• Evaluate and respond to changes in global market developments
• Understand market pricing, trends, and business activities
• Develop and maintain qualified suppliers
• Adheres to Corporate, IT and GSM procedures
• Coordinates contract requirements globally
• Internal Control compliance

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required. Master's degree a plus
• 5 years of Corporate Services or IT Buyer/Manager experience
• 3 years' experience in global purchasing activities for above commodities
• Prior work experience of Divestitures or Spin-offs a plus
• Fluent in legal terms and conditions
• Experience with contracting work
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Team player who thrives on a fast-paced and demanding environment
• Individual contributor role with demonstrated leadership within cross-functional team, decision making and creative thinking skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with others
• Existing US work authorization or citizenship
• Able to pass all required background checks