Strategic Procurement Program Specialist

Strategic Procurement Program SpecialistDescription -Global Indirect Procurement organization has an exciting opportunity for a role focused on supporting and executing Global Travel processes and programs. Primary responsibilities include working closely with corporate credit card, fleet, meetings & events, and travel partners/suppliers who deliver global services across HP.We are looking for a highly motivated and self-starter person with excellent communications skills, strong business application knowledge, and excellent customer service. The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring and improving supplier performance, demonstrating leadership, and influencing skills. May act as a team or project leader providing direction to team activities and facilitates information validation and team decision making process.Responsibilities: Leads the analysis of a specific commodity data and industry trends or leads an individual supply chain sub- category; reports results to managers.Participates as a senior member on a cross-functional team (may lead specific projects).Meets with Stakeholder managers to understand business priorities and translate them into procurement plans; comprehends the industry and the Marketplace.Utilizes supply chain and financial modeling tools.Participates in Supplier Selection Activities.May lead activities for less complex domains.Engages with low-complexity suppliers.Monitors supplier performance.Executes risk mitigation, business continuity, cost management, and operation strategies.Advises program level business representatives on fundamental contract risk areas.Education and Experience Required: First level university degree or equivalent experience; may have advanced university degree.Typically 4-6 years of experience in procurement or supply chain function.Knowledge and Skills: Strong understanding of procurement processes, industry, and suppliers.Strong analytical skillsStrong business application skills (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint) and supply chain modeling skillsStrong knowledge and use of procurement tools and applicationsStrong communication skills, including presentation and negotiation abilities.Basic Project Management SkillsStrong teamwork and basic leadership skills; basic influencing skillsMastery in English and local languageSolid understanding of fundamental contracting principlesGood understanding of HP business units and HP business strategyAbility to work in a multi-cultural atmosphereJob -Supply Chain & OperationsSchedule -Full timeShift -No shift premium (Mexico)Travel -Relocation -EEO Tagline - HP Inc. is EEO F/M/Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.