Immediate need for a talented Software Services/Software Purchase. This is a 04+months Contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Jersey city,NJ(Remote EST/CSTPlease review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.Job ID: 23-27642 Pay Range: $65- $70/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work locationKey Responsibilities: This position requires an experienced Sourcing Manager with proven background in sourcing complex Professional Services including consulting, outsourcing, managed, implementation, development, and other related services. This role leads all aspects of strategic sourcing, from category assessment and planning, vendor due diligence, RFx, negotiations, contracting and participation in vendor management activities. Provide support in sourcing initiatives across multiple Lines of Business. Accountable for competitively bidding, negotiating price and related business terms and relaying said terms into logical and meaningful contracts that are in compliance with the policies, procedures and contracting principles. Provide key negotiation and pricing advice to assigned Lines of Business on each transaction with an emphasis on delivering bottom-line financial savings and/or risk minimization. Effectively manage complex projects including: LOB expectations, leadership involvement, internal/ external communications, deliverable(s) timing, and executive reporting. Partner closely with our internal legal, risk and finance teams towards the successful completion of integrate negotiations and initiatives. Partner closely with key business stakeholders. Develop and share category-specific operational measurements. Respond to requests in a timely manner. Maintain necessary sourcing system data, metrics and spend/savings analytics in support of departmental reporting and policy and procedure requirements. Ensure consistency in supplier engagements. Carry out all supplier due diligence as required. Work closely with regional teams and clients on local, regional and sometimes global project activities. Continually develop subject matter expertise. Remain current on competition, category trends and industry practices. Actively participate/lead Sourcing & Procurement initiatives that drive the continuous improvement of the Sourcing function at Corebridge Demonstrate understanding of the clients business, objectives, and constraints when addressing their needs. Respond to clients with the appropriate sense of urgency and importance. Build effective and trusted relationships with internal clients and vendors. Create a portfolio approach towards select key spend categories. High energy and enthusiasm required to contribute to and help shape an evolving Corebridge Sourcing & Procurement organization. Capable of exercising forceful yet sensible project management techniques. Incorporate different perspectives and experiences of clients and colleagues to generate better ideas, solve problems and improve performance. Affable, with a high tolerance for ambiguity. Collaborating with Supplier Diversity teams. Achieve cost reduction/savings targetKey Requirements and Technology Experience: A minimum of 8 years sourcing experience Must have 5+ years of experience in Professional Services sourcing including consulting, outsourcing, managed, implementation, development, and other related services Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Strong entrepreneurial, interpersonal and team skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and in teams to deliver results Excellent communication, writing, facilitation, collaboration and interpersonal skills. Develop reporting to track the progress of the initiatives Excellent experience with Ariba, Fieldglass, and MS Office products. Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.Our client is a leading Finance and Insurance industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate considerationnbsp;Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,color,religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.