Indirect Commodity Sourcing Specialist II

Location:

Reno, NV, US, 89521

Requisition ID: 14524

IGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 10,500 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.

The Indirect Commodity Sourcing Specialist II will be responsible for the critical role of strategic sourcing products and services to ensure IGT's partners with best-in-class suppliers. This role will be accountable for spend across the Global organization in order to meet IGT’s annual savings goals. The Purchasing Specialist will also own the development of initial commodity strategies, supplier relationships, and monitoring and maintaining the implemented strategy on an ongoing basis.

Leverage current and future business requirements, market intelligence, and historical spend to develop innovative Commodity strategies that drive cost reduction, enterprise consistency, and business value.
Build commodity sourcing strategies that aligns to overall Lines of Business’ strategy.
Oversee commodity strategy implementation activities to deliver the expected business value.
Provide Commodity specific subject matter expertise and insights to internal clients and regular status updates of all projects to leadership.
Identify business enablement opportunities and provide Commodity related insights and recommendations through published commodity plans and sourcing calendars.
Develop internal stakeholder relationships and lead cross functional teams that execute IGT’s Sourcing strategy.
Adhere to Commodity metrics and savings targets, monitor performance, and communicate these to stakeholders.
Create a Commodity specific initiative pipeline that will forecast and direct procurement projects and sourcing activities.
Maintain expertise in various Commodities through relationships with sourcing teams, business units, suppliers, market experts, and global/regional liaisons. Know and apply value chain and value stream concepts.
Work with internal risk and compliance groups to ensure Commodity strategies account for relevant laws, regulations, and risk policies. Act as change agent and advocate for procurement as a value-added function.
Develop and lead cross functional teams to execute on strategy.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree.
2-5 years of category management, procurement, or purchasing experience.
Demonstrated history of innovative thinking, connecting ideas, events, and circumstances to devise commodity management solutions for business challenges or objectives.
Skilled in change adoption, change management, and resource assessment.
Collaborative in ideas and approach in sourcing and working successfully as part of a team.
Applies flexible approaches to achieving commodity management results in dynamic situations.
Ability to work independently.
Energetic and self-motivated.
Strong analytical and financial skills.
Effective verbal and written communication.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Power Point, Project, and Excel.

Keys to Success

Building collaborative relationships
Decision making
Drive results
Foster innovation
Personal energy
Self-leadership

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IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, creating a fair and inclusive culture that enables all our employees to feel valued, respected and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and any other personal attributes protected by federal, state, or other laws. We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.

At IGT, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including background, skills, experience, and work location. These factors can cause your compensation to vary. The estimated starting compensation range is $65,000 - $75,000. The actual pay offered may end up being higher or lower. The Company will comply with all local pay requirements and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.

Base pay is only one part of our Total Rewards program. Sales roles may be eligible for commission payments, while other roles are eligible for discretionary bonuses . In addition, we offer employees a 401(k) Savings Plan with Company contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, life, accident, and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, wellness programs, and identity theft insurance. Note: programs are subject to eligibility requirements.

IGT (NYSE: IGT) is the global leader in gaming. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.

Nearest Major Market: Reno
Nearest Secondary Market: Tahoe

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