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IT Category Buyer II in Scottsdale, AZ at Discount Tire Corporate Careers **Location:**

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Here at Discount Tire, we celebrate the spirit of our people with extraordinary pride and enthusiasm. Our business has been growing for over 60 years and now is the best time in our history to join us. We are opening more locations every year and we are always looking for qualified individuals to join us in our growth. We are a company that promotes from within, both in our retail and corporate operations.

Under general direction and supervision, the Category Buyer II advise and assist customers in obtaining quality products and services that meet our Company's needs. Manage supplier interactions with ultimate goal to both manage expenses and mitigate risks to the organization.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**:

* Partner with stakeholders to understand business needs and specifications for assigned category products; develop a supplier pipeline that aligns with business strategy; ensure lowest cost, best quality, and on-time delivery.

* Develop and implement category plan in collaboration with other Procurement team members, including strategic business relationship approach, supplier sourcing strategy/ plan, potential negotiation methods and long-term business needs.

* Conduct supplier research and analysis, including, but not limited to, supplier discovery/due diligence (compliance/ risk assessment, performance and product offerings), financial health assessment, market/ industry intelligence/ conditions; complete reasonable cost analysis and supplier reference checks; provide recommendations for supplier strategy and negotiation methods.

* Conduct the procurement life cycle from request submission through contract filing, including, but not limited to, negotiating contracts/ renewals, managing market and supply risks with terms and conditions, and overseeing contract review, approval, exception processes, and exit process.

* Collaborate with stakeholders throughout negotiation process to ensure that company's needs for pricing, delivery/timing and contractual terms/ language are met.

* Regularly interact with upper management to present key project findings, issues, and make recommendations. Influence acquisition of products and services utilizing best practices.

* Author, negotiate, and execute Master Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Statements of Work and other necessary contracts/ documents.

* Develop and implement Service Level Agreement (SLA's) based on evolving business needs. Monitor supplier performance/ compliance; troubleshoots problems to mitigate risk and improve performance.

* Regularly evaluate supplier offerings, usage and category spend; identify opportunities to reduce cost and improve performance; provide recommendations that support the business' strategic goals and plans.

* Manage supplier communications, including, but not limited to, RFx process: Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Quote (RFQ); assist customers with performance concerns and other mitigating issues; facilitate quarterly business reports (QBR).

* Mentor other procurement team members.

* Stay current on industry technologies, trends, and strategies.

* Assist suppliers and other customers (internal and external) by answering questions related to sourcing and procurement processes, procedures and services.

* Complete work in a timely and accurate manner while providing exceptional customer service.

* Other duties as assigned.

**Job Requirements**

**Qualifications:**

* This position requires a minimum of five years sourcing, procurement, vendor management, project management, contract management or related experience.

* Understanding of contracts and contractual language is crucial.

* Excellent interpersonal skills with the proven ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers are essential.

* Knowledge of supplier performance management best practices is necessary.

* Collaboration, facilitation and negotiation skills are required.

* Proficiency in IT Service Management Platform (ITSM) and Procurement Performance Suite is required; ServiceNow and eProcurement (CLM, Sourcing, and Analytics) preferred.

* Business acumen knowledge and understanding of business and procurement issues, priorities, goals and strategy is necessary.

* Ability to provide innovative ideas/ solutions is essential.

* A track record for developing and delivering strategic initiatives is required.

* Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization, present complex ideas concisely and clearly articulate ideas verbally and in writing is required.

* Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including skills with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio is necessary.

* Proven customer service skills, including the ability to manage and respond to different customer and supplier situations while maintaining a positive and friendly attitude are essential.

* The ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure, meet deadlines, present a professional demeanor and work independently is required.

* In addition, organizational and problem solving skills, a can-do attitude, and the ability to adjust to changing requirements are essential.

* Maintaining confidentiality, treating others with respect and upholding Company values are key attributes.

**Educational Requirements:**

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Contract Management, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field or equivalent work experience.

**Work Days:**

Normal work days are Monday through Friday. Occasional Saturdays and Sundays may be necessary.

**Work Hours:**

Normal work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours may be necessary.

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