Operational Sourcing

At Chain IQ, your ideas move fast.Chain IQ is a global AI-driven Procurement Service Partner, headquartered in Baar, Switzerland, with operations across main centers and 16 offices worldwide. We provide tailored, end-to-end procurement solutions that enable transformation, drive scalability, and deliver substantial reductions in our clients' indirect spend. Our culture is built on innovation, entrepreneurship, ownership, and impact. Here, your voice matters - bold thinking is encouraged, and action follows ambition.Join our TeamIt is an exciting time at Chain IQ and our team in Bucharest are looking for a Senior Consultant in the Real Estate & Logistics category.Chain IQ generate value far beyond cost reduction. We transform our client’s indirect procurement towards a world-class, resilient, ethical and digitalized end-to-end function. We promote a culture of collaboration and shared excellence while encouraging an open and honest exchange of ideas. We offer the potential for significant corporate growth and career development.Our ambition is to strengthen the existing highly experienced team to provide the best in industry support to our growing client base.Role PurposeThe primary purpose is to deliver value-add sourcing services to clients in a structured, professional and consistent manner.ResponsibilitiesWe are currently seeking a Senior Consultant to join the Real Estate & Logistics team. The Senior Consultant needs to be a dynamic, highly client-focused individual with proven experience within the Real Estate & Logistics category.Main Responsibilities Will IncludeCollaboration with Head of Sourcing, Sourcing Operations and Tactical Buying and Team Leads to ensure optimal use of Sourcing, Sourcing Operations and Tactical Buying capabilitiesEstablishing and maintaining strong relationships with internal, client and supplier stakeholders- Organize and manage market tendersEvaluate suppliers proposals and perform bid analysis – provide input and recommendations for supplier selection;Negotiating deals to achieve optimal commercial, specification, compliance and contractual outcomesNegotiating with vendors for building positive, long-term relationships.Drafting and negotiating contracts with vendors based on standard terms and conditionsIdentifying opportunities to drive improvements and contributes to their implementationAdhering to the client’s corporate standards, including using the defined sourcing tools and processes in the delivery of sourcing initiatives according to the client requirementsEnsuring the functional KPIs, SLAs and other performance objectives are met including savings targetsEnsuring accuracy of data and compliance with the given sourcing requirements (based on client methodology and requirements)Performing spend analysis to proactively identify savings opportunitiesForecasting and reporting savingsSupport and run RFx, eAuction – create and manage event in e-sourcing toolEnsuring proactive and timely engagement with clientsEnsuring proactivity for additional support/extra activities/projectsSupporting coaching and development of more junior colleaguesSeen as a role model by colleagues in Chain IQ and clientsActing as category champion for the managed categoryRequirementsProven successful track record in a similar role in Procurement or SourcingExcellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.Strong analytical and organizational skillsAbility to multi-task and perform under pressureFocused to deliver savings and to constantly find cost reduction opportunities for the clientsExcellent analytical skills and mindsetGood problem-solving, relationship management, escalation management and influencing skills with a strong customer-service orientationGood understanding of sourcing processes and best practicesReady to interact with stakeholders from all organizational levelsA delivery-focused sourcer and a team player who feels comfortable creating their own profile and credibilityPrevious experience in working with any Source to Contract toolsExcellent English - written and verbal communication skillsProficient in Microsoft OfficeJoin a truly global team.We offer a dynamic and international environment where high performance meets real purpose. We're proud to be Great Place to Work-certified and even prouder of the people who make that possible. Let’s shape the future of procurement - together.Chain IQ – Create. Lead. Make an impact.Information for agencies: Applications sent or uploaded by placement agencies or similar are not desired, will therefore not be considered and will be deleted.