Lowe's - Mooresville, NC
posted 3 months ago
The primary purpose of this role is to execute highly complex sourcing projects that accomplish the goals of both the organization and the business units they support. These projects should be delivered utilizing a variety of sourcing techniques, including scenario analysis to guide in decision making, and leveraging analytics and market intelligence to help the business identify opportunities with demand and usage for projects. Other key components of the role include leading continuous improvement activities, building relationships with the business and support teams, and supporting key initiatives to deliver on business goals. This position is going to be focused on our IT/Technology category. In this role, you will execute complex sourcing projects leveraging project management and sourcing tools by developing RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, etc. as needed. You will develop comprehensive bid packages for RFx events utilizing analytics to develop insights in vendor bids. Leading a cross-functional group to drive information gathering from the business, scope development, and contract negotiation will be critical to the completion of the project. You will also develop and execute comprehensive negotiation plans and conduct direct negotiations with suppliers to maximize the value of deals for Lowe's. Additionally, you will manage, initiate, and facilitate communication of project updates to business customers and support stakeholders. Executing supplier non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and Master Service Agreements (MSAs) as needed will be part of your responsibilities. Building and maintaining customer relationships typically at the Director level within their subcategory and serving as an escalation for contract and performance issues will be essential. You will develop and negotiate Statements of Work (SOWs), evaluate previous SOWs, KPIs, and operational issues to develop improved SOWs with Category Manager input, and develop supplier scorecards for RFx results to drive decision making. Supporting baseline development for RFx events and presenting information and materials to stakeholders, evaluating pros/cons of suppliers across multiple award scenarios to influence and drive decision making will also be part of your role. Finally, you will manage finance and legal partnerships at the project level and lead vendor workshops.