Project Manager

Functional Project ManagerOn-site in either New York, NY or Los Angeles, CA or Nashville, TNOur client seeks a Functional Project Manager to lead strategic sourcing and procurement transformation initiatives across COE and Technology categories. The role will facilitate end-to-end procurement processes, align priorities with senior leaders, drive supplier optimization, and enable data-driven decision making to deliver measurable value. The Project Manager will manage multiple concurrent projects, promote cross-functional teamwork, and champion innovation, including practical applications of technology and AI to improve processes.Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.Rate: $70.00 to $80.00/hr. w2Responsibilities:Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across diverse categories from opportunity identification through contract execution and supplier optimization.Drive projects in category-specific and cross-category initiatives with focus on COE and Technology.Partner with senior leaders in finance, legal, and operations to align procurement priorities.Ensure transparency and build consensus across stakeholders.Build relationships across the organization to expedite procurement initiatives and support business partners.Engage with senior stakeholders, including C-suite and business unit leaders.Create measurable value through cost reduction and demand management.Ensure proficient operations that lead to sustainable savings.Analyze complex data sets to generate insights and recommendations for improved outcomes.Drive supplier risk management and compliance aligned to governance standards.Foster innovation and continuous improvement in procurement practices.Identify creative applications of technology and AI to enhance processes.Manage multiple concurrent projects while balancing strategic and operational priorities.Promote cross-functional teamwork to align procurement with business goals.Use data-driven insights to identify opportunities and deliver long-term value.Experience Requirements:8 to 10 years of procurement or supply chain experience.Proven success collaborating with and influencing senior leaders in matrixed environments.Experience in strategic sourcing, category management, contract negotiation, and vendor performance management.Demonstrated financial acumen and modeling capabilities.Ability to operate with agility and deliver results in dynamic, ambiguous environments.Strong cross-functional communication skills.Functional project management focus, including procurement transformation and AI initiatives supporting COE and Technology categories.Education Requirements:Bachelor's degree required.MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range. W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please ensure that you are working directly with us by confirming the following:When you work with Eliassen Group, all email communication will come from an Eliassen.com address, never Gmail, Yahoo, etc.Eliassen Group will never ask you for personal information (home address, bank account, or check routing number) until you have worked with someone clearly associated with Eliassen Group.If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io Eliassen Group: Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. 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