Comm Strategy Specialist III

## Job Description# Comm Strategy Specialist III* Develop and implement commercial strategies for capital projects within budget and on time while building long-term supplier relationships.* Track the effectiveness of commercial strategies through spend analysis, market research, and supplier/proponent engagement.* Continuously seek and execute improvement opportunities to reduce overall cost without impacting quality.* Manage the proponent requirements and corresponding procurement strategies and contracts for assigned service categories as the central point of contact between business unit proponents, supplier representatives, and other key stakeholders.* Monitor market intelligence, source suppliers, issue RFPs, and evaluate, analyze, negotiate, and award/decline price proposals for assigned categories.* Prepare, submit and negotiate the contract terms and conditions with Legal’s support (master service agreements, commercial agreements, purchase orders, etc.).* Work within ERP System SAP/Ariba for issuing purchase orders, sourcing events and strategies, and contract lifecycle.* Work with proponents to develop sourcing/bid and evaluation matrix documents.* Execute the bidding process utilizing standard and repeatable means of recording communication, bid evaluation, and document storage within Ariba.* Actively participate in conflict resolution by managing contracts regarding change orders and various other project issues.* Manage contract renewals and amendments.* Monitor assigned contracts to ensure suppliers comply with the terms and conditions.* Maintain regular communications with suppliers to determine capacity, competency, and cost competitiveness while also participating in supplier performance meetings.* Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Distribution, or Engineering* Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and contract/spend analytical skills* Strong problem-solving skills and an ability to communicate thoughts in a clear, concise, coherent manner – both written and verbally* Strong time management skills, highly organized, and detail oriented* Strong knowledge of basic analytical and Microsoft Office software programs* Able to work independently as well as within a team and across functional boundaries* Basic project management skills* Able to navigate change and help assist others through change* 5+ years of prior experience in management of labor/service contracts* Knowledge of SAP, Ariba, Spotfire, Power BI systems* Prior experience in land-based construction activities (Pad construction, NDE, Hydrovac, Survey, and other construction related activities)*Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing(R) in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work(R) in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click*

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