Introduction
IBM Global Procurement is guided by our mission “to maximize value for our suppliers, clients and the IBM enterprise”
Our Global Procurement team is seeking highly talented candidates with a passion for procurement, supply chain and market analysis.
Positions are offered in Raleigh, NC (RTP), Poughkeepsie, NY and Austin, TX. Further expand your supply chain management knowledge and build a solid foundation towards a career in Global Procurement.
Your Role and Responsibilities
Support Global Procurement organization, responsible for supporting internal and/or external clients
This role will report to a personnel manager within the IBM Global Procurement organization
Requires ability to conduct market analysis, including market drivers, supplier profiles and relative negotiating positions.
Support category strategy, tactical sourcing projects, competitive bid events, and/or transformation
Communicate and negotiate with clients and suppliers through all levels of organization
Analyze changing client/market conditions
Educate and advise clients and suppliers on strategies
Perform analysis to identify savings, define efficiency opportunities and tactical initiatives that should be undertaken
Promote process efficiencies through focus on automated channels where applicable
Identify appropriate potential suppliers to fit client’s business objectives
Communicate supplier recommendations to clients based on objective criteria and fit for client business
Track and report supplier performance and resolve any supplier performance issues
Interact with procurement professionals in countries to assure consistent global approach
Act in compliance with all relevant IBM business conduct guidelines and client driven procurement processes
Required Technical and Professional Expertise
Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
About Business Unit
IBM Global Procurement – the purchasing arm of IBM. For more than 100 years, IBM has been at the forefront of innovation and transformation, and IBM Global Procurement has played a critical role in this journey.
We leverage strategic partnerships across our networks and utilize cutting edge technologies to act as a trusted business advisor to our clients. We recommend the greatest opportunities and execute with speed to capture value. Our goal is to delight our clients every day. The best way to accomplish this goal is by developing and driving innovative relationships among our greatest assets: our talented employees and our world-class supplier base. Together we improve the client experience and provide the best possible outcomes.
Global Procurement enables internal and external client’s success by actively supporting their purchasing needs. We support contract deliverables that meet or exceed targeted SLA's through market analysis, supplier profiles, negotiations, and supplier relationship management.
Your Life @ IBM
Are you craving to learn more? Prepared to solve some of the world's most unique challenges? And ready to shape the future for millions of people? If so, then it's time to join us, express your individuality, unleash your curiosity and discover new possibilities.
Every IBMer, and potential ones like yourself, has a voice, carves their own path, and uses their expertise to help co-create and add to our story. Together, we have the power to make meaningful change – to alter the fabric of our clients, of society and IBM itself, to create a truly positive impact and make the world work better for everyone.
It's time to define your career.
Location Statement
IBM offers a wide range of resources for eligible IBMers to thrive both inside and outside of work. In addition to a competitive benefits program consisting of medical and life insurance, retirement plans, and time off, eligible employees may also have access to:
12 weeks of paid parental bonding leave. Family care options are also available to support eligible employees during COVID-19.
World-class training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform. IBM's learning culture supports your restless attitude to grow your skills and build the depth and scale of knowledge needed to achieve your career goals.
Well-being programs to support mental and physical health.
Financial programs that empower you to plan, save, and manage your money (including expert financial counseling, 401(k), IBM stock discount, etc.).
Select educational reimbursement opportunities.
Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups where you can network and connect with IBMers across the globe.
Giving and volunteer programs to benefit charitable organizations and local communities.
Discounts on retail products, services, and experiences.
We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.
IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.
Being You @ IBM
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
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