• Job Description

  Req#: JR100899

  Anticipated End Date:

  2024-02-01

  Position Title:

  Strategic Sourcing Consultant - Print Production & Mail Fulfillment

  Job Description:

  Location: This is a hybrid role requiring working in the office at least 1 day per week. Preferred candidates will live within 50 miles to one of the following Elevance office locations: Indianapolis, Tampa, Atlanta, Louisville, Cincinnati or Norfolk.

  The Strategic Sourcing Consultant is responsible for supporting Procurement. Responsible for the execution and implementation of traditional, less complex sub-category sourcing strategies and ad-hoc sourcing.

  Primary duties may include, but are not limited to:

  • Executes standardized strategic sourcing processes for assigned sub-categories.

  • Builds and maintains strong working relationships with internal customers and key suppliers for sub-categories.

  • Focuses on producing cost savings and avoidances.

  • Lead calls with suppliers and business owners to align on procurement needs, lead negotiations, etc.

  • Participates in cross-enterprise commodity teams for sub-categories and aggressively tracks and improves non-compliance preferred supplier(s).

  • Participates in fact-based negotiations and executes contracts utilizing approved terms and conditions.

  • Implements sourcing recommendations and develops and manages e-procurement catalog content.

  • Aggressively monitors, tracks and reports supplier compliance and performance benefits.

  Minimum Requirements:

  • Requires a BA/BS; 5 years of experience in sourcing/supplier selection with at least 3 years experience with negotiation of pricing and contract terms and conditions; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

  Preferred Skills:

  • Has experience working with print production suppliers and mail or shipping carriers

  • Proficient Microsoft Excel and/or analytical tool(s) skills

  • Experience working with Ariba, ServiceNow, Microsoft Office Suite products

  • Proficient contract negotiation skills

  • Effective cost negotiation skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to work independently and knows when to seek assistance

  • Effective project management and documentation skills

  • CPSM preferred

  Job Level:

  Non-Management Exempt

  Workshift:

  1st Shift (United States of America)

  Job Family:

  PUR > Sourcing

  Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.

  Who We Are

  Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.

  How We Work

  At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.

  We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

  Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. Candidates must reside within 50 miles or 1-hour commute each way of a relevant Elevance Health location.

  The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.

  Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance.

• About the company

  Elevance Health, Inc. is an American health insurance provider.

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