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Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Contract Specialist III in Reston, VA. Duties Include:

• Contract Specialist III will execute comprehensive strategic sourcing, including RFX, negotiations, and contracting to operationalize supplier agreements; Drive cost reduction and demand management initiatives within Software, Hardware, and Cloud categories
• Deliver procurement expertise through assuming a leadership role in the following actions: Independently analyze and interpret data, and develop strategies to drive performance improvements, innovation, savings, and mitigate risks in highly complex, business critical goods and services; Drive implementation of these solutions
• Negotiate agreement terms with selected suppliers
• Lead communication with key stakeholders (legal, BU, finance, etc.) to execute contracts
• As a Contract Specialist III, you will continually assess market conditions for potential opportunities and risks and utilize industry understanding to bring forth innovative solutions
• Establish, execute, and track project plans, utilizing fundamental project management techniques

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of sourcing experience in Technology (Software, Hardware, and Cloud)
• Experience performing supplier financial analyses; Experience in reporting, and the use of spreadsheets
• Experience in driving customer satisfaction through proven, measurable sourcing results while balancing controls and risk mitigation
• Strong contract negotiation skills and experience working with redline documents and Legal throughout complex contracting processes
• Demonstrated success in leading sourcing project teams for indirect related categories which result in successful sourcing project delivery with qualitative and quantitative results preferred
• Ability to manage multiple projects and effectively deal with a fast-paced and changing environment
• Demonstrated ability to communicate the sourcing process effectively at all levels in the company through presentations, reports and orally; Should be an articulate, persuasive person who is comfortable working at all levels
• Ability to use metrics, methods and procedures which drive sourcing results across the team/projects and provide linkage to corporate objectives; Excellent analytical skills are required

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Salary: $32 - $43 per hour