Strategic Procurement Specialist

Zobility is seeking a Strategic Procurement Specialist in Newark, CA, responsible for developing sourcing initiatives, leading contract negotiations, and collaborating with various departments. The role emphasizes transformational leadership in procurement, sustainability, and vendor management. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, 8-10 years of experience in strategic procurement, strong negotiation skills, and a passion for sustainability. The position is a contractor role with a salary range of $50–80 an hour.
YOU WILL:
Strategic Procurement (80%):
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives for G&A and HR categories, including, HR, Travel, Financial, Legal, services and corporate overhead, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Lead negotiations for contracts, supplier agreements, and service level agreements to optimize terms and conditions and achieve cost savings.
• Collaborate closely with finance, legal, and department heads to align procurement strategies with business goals and support organizational growth.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement practices, utilizing analytics and market research to identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency gains.
• Monitor supplier performance, manage vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations and service delivery expectations.
Transformational Leadership (20%):
• Lead transformational procurement projects aimed at enhancing procurement processes, leveraging technology, and driving organizational efficiency.
• Champion sustainability initiatives within the procurement function, promoting environmentally responsible sourcing practices and supplier diversity.
• Develop and implement change management strategies to support procurement transformation initiatives.

YOU BRING:
• Curiosity: This position will require building-from-scratch thinking in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 8-10 years of experience in strategic procurement, with a focus on G&A categories, ideally within the automotive or technology sector.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage complex supplier relationships to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Strong written, verbal, organizational and program management skills.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams, with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style.
• Proficiency in procurement tools and systems, along with advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance considerations relevant to procurement activities.
• Passion for sustainability and familiarity with sustainable sourcing practices preferred.
• Be a proactive self-starter comfortable navigating dynamic work environments with shifting priorities.
• Effective in engaging and collaborating across different departments.
• Experience in the Automotive Industry is ideal.

Company DescriptionZobility (RGBSI), is dedicated to providing the highest quality of services to our clients and employees. We are proud to be the primary partner to top companies in the automotive, aerospace & defense, IT, media & entertainment, sports, energy, and finance industries. As a result of our clients' continued growth, we are looking for energetic, personable professionals to partner with these leading US companies