Who We Are:
Saks is a world-renowned luxury ecommerce destination. The company’s unique approach combines a focus on the digital customer experience with a strong connection to a network of extraordinary stores that extends that seamless experience into the real world.
On its website and app, Saks offers an unparalleled selection of curated merchandise across fashion for women and men, beauty, jewelry, home décor, and more. In addition to the shopping experience, customers come to Saks for inspiring editorial content, access to digital stylists, lifestyle experiences, and other world-class services. The company is currently in the midst of a dramatic expansion, driven by significant enhancements to its platforms and offerings, with the goal of becoming the preeminent destination for luxury internationally.
Role Summary:
We are seeking a Contracts Manager, Technology Procurement who will be responsible for managing all Technology supplier contracts for Saks, working closely with all IT and non-IT functional and divisional leaders, the legal department, other internal stakeholders, and external suppliers. This strategic role will partner with technology leadership to support rapid growth and deployment for a hyper growth company, focusing on all aspects of contracting and vendor management to support velocity, managing contract risk, and ensuring compliance with internal processes and procedures.
Key Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Supply Management or related field
5-7+ years of related experience in Procurement and the relevant product categories with a record of increasing responsibility
Working knowledge and understanding of various types of supplier contracts, with demonstrated ability to work with suppliers and legal to review and negotiate contracts
Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization, including strong relationship management experience
Prior experience in sourcing and negotiating Indirect goods and services in a Fortune 500, or management consulting environment using strategic category management techniques to achieve results.
Ability to work on multiple initiatives at a time, with the ability to prioritize and manage time to ensure initiatives are completed in a timely manner in a remote working environment
Must possess the social intelligence to influence and lead at the most senior levels within the organization.
Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and, if hired, present proof of vaccination prior to beginning employment.
Role Description:
Lead the contracting process, in partnership with the Procurement Manager and Legal department, for $100mm+ in Technology spend for the SaaS / Software, Hardware, IT Professional Services and Telecom categories
Develop, negotiate and execute terms and conditions for contractual documents including NDAs, master service (or license) agreements, order forms, statements of work, etc. for new and existing supplier relationships
Serve as the principal liaison between the Legal department and Saks with suppliers for contract-related matters, in partnership with Procurement Manager and Technology stakeholders
Coordinate across internal Saks stakeholders to ensure clear communication of business goals, understand business requirements, properly documenting scope of work, and adherence with legal, information security, and other organizational controls.
Manage the intake, approval and signature process for all supplier contracts, ensuring alignment with Finance, Legal and other internal policies and procedures
Ensure expedient and compliant implementation of new contracts throughout the organization
Establish strong cross functional partnerships with the Finance team to ensure budget adherence and cost containment
Have a continuous improvement mindset to evolve process, procedure, and innovation
Develop and manage a contract management database for document retention, reporting and notification of upcoming contract expirations
Support the creation of new processes, procedures and documentation as part of a new procurement function for the company
Your Life and Career at Saks:
Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities, from retail to supply chain, to digital or corporate.
A culture that promotes a healthy, fulfilling work/life balance
Benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental).
An amazing employee discount
Thank you for your interest with Saks. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Saks provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saks complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Saks welcomes all applicants for this position. Should you be individually selected to participate in an assessment or selection process, accommodations are available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used.
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