Procurement Operations & Sourcing Senior Analyst - Contract

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Procurement Operations & Sourcing Senior Analyst in Jersey City, NJ.

Responsibilities:
* Manage sourcing and procurement activities across assigned categories, including competitive bids, supplier research, and market analysis
* Develop negotiation strategies that support business goals, cost savings, and strong supplier relationships
* Identify and pursue opportunities to reduce costs and improve overall purchasing value
* Partner with Legal, Finance, Risk, Purchasing, business leaders, and other stakeholders throughout the contracting and procurement lifecycle
* Manage purchase orders, statements of work, and related procurement documentation
* Support vendor management, contract activities, spend analysis, and third-party management processes
* Track sourcing initiatives, risks, timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful execution
* Research supplier markets, industry developments, and emerging procurement technologies to identify improvement opportunities
* Support business transformation and operational improvement initiatives
* Develop strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders to support organizational goals
* Recommend process improvements that strengthen procurement efficiency and supplier management

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
* 3-5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, vendor management, supply chain, or a related function
* Experience managing competitive sourcing, supplier evaluations, and negotiation activities
* Experience supporting statements of work, purchase orders, and supplier agreements
* Knowledge of procurement, contracting, third-party management, and spend management processes
* Familiarity with enterprise procurement or vendor management systems
* Strong analytical, negotiation, research, and problem-solving skills
* Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
* Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills
* Demonstrated ability to identify cost savings and process improvement opportunities
* Ability to work cross-functionally and independently drive sourcing initiatives through completion