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If you are a career-minded, service-driven professional looking to join a fast paced organization then you have come to the right place.  AAA is a member service organization affiliated with the national AAA network. With offices across the U.S., we're united by common mission and common values of excellent member service. With more than 14,000 employees in 21 states, we provide legendary service to 16 million loyal members. With a constantly growing membership, we are always welcoming dedicated professionals looking to challenge themselves and build a career within our dynamic organization.  You will find that being part of a very successful team is extremely rewarding.

Description:

Strategic Sourcing Consultant - Technology 

This role within the Procurement department will be dedicated to lead the strategic sourcing of indirect IT / IS based products and services.  

Working closely with Senior Managers and key stakeholders from the IS (Information Systems) group this person will develop long term strategic sourcing strategies and deliver competitive solutions that provide the greatest competitive value for the enterprise.  Information Systems areas of focus include software, hardware, telecommunications/networking and professional services categories.

Acting as a key point of contact for the IS team regarding the sourcing of IT systems, products and services.

• Leading and executing on RFX's (RFI, RFQ, RFP) including needs assessment, information gathering, technical stakeholder discussions, drafting of RFX's, vendor research, vendor negotiations, analysis and presentation of results.
• Working hand in hand with IS stakeholders, vendors and legal counsel to draft, negotiate and manage contracts (master agreements, license agreements, SOW's etc.) for IS related products and services.   
• Managing vendor relationships to ensure business needs are being met and ensuring competitive, sustainable solutions to the business.

• 3-5+ years of relevant experience in IT/ IS Strategic Sourcing and/or contract negotiation
• Strong oral and written communication skills including report/proposal preparation, presentations to Executives and all levels of Management / external contacts
• Experience working in an IT environment working with hardware/software manufacturers, resellers and professional services organizations
• Bachelor's degree required (preferred concentration: Management Information Systems, Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain or similar)
• Willingness and ability to travel to various states, industry association events and conferences as required to meet standards for business growth and development.
• Knowledge and interest in emerging technologies such as IoT, AR/VR, AI, Chatbots, RPA and Blockchain preferred

Training:

Our comprehensive and employee centric training facility located in Costa Mesa provides training programs to help employees acquire various skills necessary to do their jobs and to support career development.

Benefits:

• Health Coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision

• Paid time off including Vacation, Illness and Holidays

• Life Insurance

• Disability Coverage

• Pension

• 401k Savings Plan

• Employee Discounts

• Career opportunities across multiple business lines and states

   

'Creating members for life by exceeding our members' expectations through valuable products and legendary service.'

AAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.