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Global Sourcing Specialist - Strategic Sourcing
Aecom
24d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
London, Ontario, Canada
Hybrid
Company Size
51,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction Services
Project Management
Design
Architecture
Consulting
Environmental Services
Program Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Agriculture, Food & Beverage
Automotive & Heavy Equipment & Machinery
Data Centers & Digital Infrastructure
High Performance Logistics
Energy
Renewable Energy
Grid Modernization
Role
What you would be doing
strategic sourcing
data analysis
cost savings
procurement technology
supplier management
category strategy
- Support the development and capability of the Global Procurement team by demonstrating high standard of delivery and sharing best practice.
- Using a data driven approach, analyze demand and supply, identifying opportunities to better leverage common spend across geographies via alternative supply approaches
- Utilize procurement technology and data to improve efficiency across the sourcing process, ensuring quality of service to AECOM stakeholders
- Identify key stakeholders and develop strategic partnerships with key groups across AECOM’s global business, establishing Strategic Sourcing as a trusted advisor.
- Identify new opportunities for cost savings and consider appropriate sourcing strategies ranging from renegotiation of an existing contract to full RFP
- Supporting AECOM’s Think & Act Global strategy, work across different categories of spend to develop new category sourcing strategies across multiple countries/regions
- Lead the delivery of approved strategic sourcing projects across multiple countries, management of the Rfx process (RFI/RFQ/RFP) and taking accountability to implement contracts that achieve cost savings and improve quality and service levels
- Where necessary as part of a strategic sourcing project, work with AECOM Source-to-Pay ‘process owners’ to consider end to end buy- channel processes with a view to improving efficiencies with our supplier base. E.g. considering purchase order compliance and adoption, workflow and approvals, and payment timescales.
- Plan commercial outcomes at the onset of any sourcing project to secure value from the work delivered. This will includes identifying current baseline and forecast spend, devising an appropriate sourcing strategy that balances commercial leverage, time and effort, and having a clear understanding of targeted cost savings from price reductions and/or rebates, areas of cost avoidance, and efficiency gains from process improvements
- Support wider AECOM stakeholders with supplier relationship management for strategic suppliers, including the use of key performance indicators and escalation of performance issues where necessary, to maintain value post contract and help to realise forecast cost savings.
What you bring
formal qualification
strategic sourcing
technical skills
cost savings
interpersonal/influencing
global stakeholders
- BA/BS plus at least 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- Track record of demonstrable cost savings, derived from a mix of experience leading both strategic sourcing initiatives and tactical cost reduction activities.
- Strong grasp of core strategic sourcing skills including data analysis & opportunity assessment, defining requirements, Rfx/tender creating & management, negotiation, contract drafting
- Commercial competence, with an awareness of differing types of cost savings and experience of working across different categories of indirect spend.
- Ability to engage with global stakeholders and build rapport and project buy-in.
- Strong interpersonal/influencing skills, including an awareness of regional and cultural differences.
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Company
Overview
Born 1990
Year of Formation
The company was formed in 1990 through the merger of five legacy firms.
$16B annual revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates over $16 billion in revenue annually and ranks highly in ENR's global design firm lists.
150+ countries
Global Presence
The company operates in over 150 countries worldwide.
Megaprojects delivery
Project Scope
The company is known for delivering megaprojects such as cable-stayed bridges, Olympic venues, ports, transit hubs, and disaster recovery works.
- Launched as a bold independent infrastructure consultancy from a merger of five legacy firms dating back over a century.
- Handles everything from geotech to electro-mechanical systems, as seen in the award-winning Romaine Hydroelectric Complex in Canada.
- Guides projects through every lifecycle stage in transportation, buildings, water systems, energy, and environmental sectors.
- Safety first - We put safety at the core of everything we do.
- Integrity - We act with the highest ethical standards.
- Collaboration - We believe in the power of teamwork.
- Innovation - We embrace creativity and foster new ideas.
- Sustainability - We are committed to creating a sustainable future.
2040
Net Zero Carbon Target
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040.
50%
Emission Reduction Target
Committed to reducing operational carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.
- Focus on decarbonization across client projects and operations.
- Developed strategies for climate resilience and adaptation.
- Initiated projects that contribute to sustainable infrastructure and urban planning.
50% gender parity
Gender Parity Target
Aim to achieve gender balance in leadership positions by 2030.
35% increase
Women Leadership Growth
Achieved significant growth in women representation in leadership roles in 2022.
- Committed to increasing racial and ethnic diversity across the company.
- Implemented programs to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
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