Procurement, Sourcing Manager

## Procurement, Sourcing ManagerApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Chicago, IL: Bethesda, MDtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0064200**Why Join GEICO?**At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities.Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed our customers' expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide.Founded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported, and proud to work here. That's why we offer the GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers.**Essential Functions:*** SUPPORTS the development and execution of sourcing processes, tools, and training to drive sourcing best practices and consistency. Ability to help mentor other associates.* DEVELOPS sourcing initiatives through the introduction of a competitive marketplace, demand management, and supplier consolidation.* IDENTIFIES and COMMUNICATES cost drivers and trends to create procurement strategies across the category.* SUPPORTS the sourcing cycle, including supplier identification and selection, price negotiation, contract negotiations, and executive shareholder engagements. Participates and applies competitive pricing and bidding practices for multiple strategic sourcing needs.* Works closely with 4 or more business units and understands their sourcing needs. ASSISTS with the competitive bid processes including RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs.* ASSISTS with pipeline planning of strategic sourcing projects.**MEETS the requirements specified below.*** Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience required, Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or Supplier Management is preferred.**Preferred 3+ years of experience with the following:*** Experience running sourcing events across multiple industry categories, including professional services, and tech engagements* Experience with ensuring customer requirements are met during the sourcing process* Experience communicating with senior management and responding to their inquiries and requests* Experience with a large service provider is preferred* Contract Management Systems experience is preferred**#LI-EW1****Annual Salary**$86,100.00 - $141,450.00The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position. **The GEICO Pledge:****Great Company:** Protecting customers through life’s twists and turns with innovation and integrity.**Great Careers:**Personalized development programs, mentorship, and certification assistance.**Great Culture:**Inclusive and collaborative culture rooted in shared success.**Great Rewards:**Competitive pay, benefits, and flexibility to support your well-being and future.The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr