Supplier Analyst at Richfield

A Kforce client is seeking an Attorney/ Supplier Analyst in Richfield, Minnesota.

Job Description:

As a key business partner, and a primary contractual interface with internal customers, the Supplier Analyst provides the necessary expertise to deal with complex contracting and business issues or situations. Responsible for managing the lifecycle of high-spend, high-volume technology-related contracts to support business line strategies and go-to-market initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in driving IT-spend strategy by negotiating best-in-class contract terms, conditions, and pricing


• Draft, negotiate, and process technology contracts and any related documentation including: master agreements, maintenance agreements, amendments, schedules, etc.


• Initiate the RFI / RFP process to determine the best-suited vendor


• Establish and maintain long-term, partner relationships with internal customers and vendors


• Request, pursue, and thoroughly analyze contract information from business lines throughout the contract lifecycle


• Attend and participate in internal and vendor meetings


• Leverage analytical skills to support contract and fee schedule creation and maintenance


• Evaluate new and existing vendors for suitability of business line needs


• Collaborate with legal department


• Provide strategic direction and support to team members


• Work independently on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors


• Exercise judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results, with minimal or no direction or direct supervision


• Ensure contractual processes, standards, and legal requirements are acknowledged and met


• Perform all other duties as assigned

• J.D. Preferred


• Exceptional business, analytical, and leadership skills


• Customer-centric, self-motivated, and proactive


• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal customers, colleagues, and vendors


• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written


• Organized and detail-oriented to meet deadlines


• Flexibility in responding to job demands


• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Lotus Notes


• Negotiate and draft terms and conditions for technology contracts.


• Assist with RFPs.


• Possess excellent written and oral communications.

Country: USA, State: Minnesota, City: Richfield, Company: Kforce Inc.