We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.
Lead and execute vendor sourcing negotiations for projects and purchases in the range of $50,000 to $500,000 annual spend. Work closely with Partners, LOB Leaders, Directors, and Managers across all LOB and internal functions for RSM. Coordinate with RSM Leaders and external vendors to develop statements of work(SOW) for business management to hold vendors accountable to meet contract terms. Perform review of certain commercial vendor contracts in connection with responsibilities on the sourcing team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Perform review of vendor contracts, including cloud/SaaS contracts, on-premise software contracts, master service agreements and statements of work, non-disclosure agreements, and other documents related to our practice. Lead vendor negotiations ensuring that due diligence is conducted on vendors and contracts comply with Finance requirements.
- Leverage legal expertise to perform legal review of contracts negotiated by the sourcing team.
- Understand how vendor programs and products will be used by LOB or functions to improve operations or productivity.
- Manage vendor relationships to ensure their delivery within contract requirements.
- Provide RSM leaders with status updates. Also coach LOB and functional leaders on negotiation tactics for best overall results.
- Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS
• Required – bachelor’s degree in a related field or the equivalent through a combination of education or work experience.
• Preferred – legal degree
• Preferred – master’s degree
TECHNICAL/SOFT SKILLS
• Required – demonstrated knowledge of legal processes required for contract processing.
• Required – basic knowledge of excel, word and word processing.
EXPERIENCE
• Required – 3-5 years strategic sourcing experience
• Required–3 years project management experience
• Required – Experience managing vendor agreements
• Required – Knowledge of information technology concepts
• Required – Knowledge of privacy concepts• Preferred – Knowledge of contracting process workflow and automated contracting systems
LEADERSHIP SKILLS
• Required – superior oral and written communication skills
• Required – Ability to interact effectively with all levels of reorganization
• Required – Exceptional listening skills
At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits https://rsmus.com/careers/el-salvador.html.
RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the Salvadoran Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please send us an email at [email protected].
What We Do
RSM is the leading provider of audit, tax and consulting services to the middle market. With over 11,000 employees across the U.S. and Canada and a global presence in 120 countries, our purpose is to deliver the power of being understood to our clients, colleagues and communities. As first-choice advisors, we are focused on developing leading professionals and innovative services to meet our clients’ evolving needs in today’s ever-changing business environment.
Through a supportive, caring culture, our people are empowered to be their authentic selves and share their unique perspectives. Our culture of diversity and inclusion enhances the insights we provide while transforming innovation, collaboration and business results through fostering an inclusive environment, working hard to engage a talented workforce and reflect our diverse community, and developing relationships that serve others in business and the broader community. Together, our people’s individual talents and diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and enhances the unique insights that we provide to our clients.
Through a supportive, caring culture, our people are empowered to be their authentic selves and share their unique perspectives. Our culture of diversity and inclusion enhances the insights we provide while transforming innovation, collaboration and business results through fostering an inclusive environment, working hard to engage a talented workforce and reflect our diverse community, and developing relationships that serve others in business and the broader community. Together, our people’s individual talents and diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and enhances the unique insights that we provide to our clients.
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