Strategic Sourcing Manager (Third Party Professional Services) – Vilnius, Lithuania

Do your talents lie with negotiating and relationship building skills? Are you able to make and influence and manage complex situations?  Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive? Then its time to join Western Union as a Strategic Sourcing Manager (Third Party Professional Services).

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Role Responsibilities

• Develop category strategies which outline and define the markets and supply strategy to assist Business Units decision makers on the appropriate sourcing methodologies based on market conditions, regulatory/compliance requirements, risk potential and cost components.

• Conduct supplier negotiations including drafting and executing contracts, negotiating pricing, mitigating risk with a focus on relevant regulatory statutes governing Global Data Protection and consumer privacy, monitoring unit cost reduction performance and management of supplier relationships along with creating savings and risk mitigation opportunities for the company.

• Network across Western Union globally. Build strong relationships with stakeholders and develop sourcing and contracting strategies which help support their business.

• Identify opportunities for increased contract management controls, competitive bidding, smarter supplier relationships and more efficient processes.

• Manage robust supplier selection processes using market analysis, concise Request for Proposals, with a data driven approach utilizing sourcing best practices.

• Work globally with Legal, Privacy, Information Security, Procurement, internal business units and other appropriate groups to determine areas of opportunity for process improvement, aggregation of purchases, total cost reduction, risk mitigation, global consumer privacy protections, data security, etc. 

• Deliver cost savings and cost avoidance annually.

Role Requirements

• At least 5 years of relevant work experience in procurement/Strategic Sourcing and contract management.

• Third Party Labor Professional Services category expertise is essential to this role.

• Experience in supplier sourcing and contract management on a global scale.

• Strong negotiation and relationship building skills.

• Fluency in English language (verbal and written) is essential for this role.

• Proven ability of influencing skill and change management experience with the ability to successfully manage complexity and multiple priorities.

• Quick learner with interest in understanding and applying global supplier best practices.

• Proven communication and presentation skills. 

We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere. Join us for whats next.

Western Union is positioned to become the worlds most accessible financial services company transforming lives and communities. Were a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward.

Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. Youll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If youre ready to help drive the future of financial services, its time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https://careers.westernunion.com/.

Salary

The monthly gross base salary range is 3250 – 5167 EUR. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible to receive an annual bonus that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary and are based on factors such as a candidates qualifications, skills, and competencies.

Benefits

You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few (https://careers.westernunion.com/global-benefits/). Please see the location-specific benefits below and note that your Recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment.

Your Lithuania specific benefits include:

• Private Health Insurance (3 options)

• Life & Accident Insurance

• Additional days off

• Wide variety of discounts and special offers

• Volunteering activities

• Referral program

Western Union values in-person collaboration, learning, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this creates value through common ways of working and supports the execution of enterprise objectives which will ultimately help us achieve our strategic goals. By connecting face-to-face, we are better able to learn from our peers, problem-solve together, and innovate.  

Our Hybrid Work Model categorizes each role into one of three categories. Western Union has determined the category of this role to be Hybrid. This is defined as a flexible working arrangement that enables employees to divide their time between working from home and working from an office location. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week. 

We are passionate about diversity. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.

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This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.