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Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.
KPMG is currently seeking an Associate Director, Contract Negotiations to join our Strategic Sourcing, Procurement organization.
Responsibilities:
Develop and execute category management strategies in collaboration with category lead and key stakeholders, inclusive of needs analysis, sourcing, contracting, negotiation and vendor management for third-party content products and services
Collaborate with stakeholders on commercial model development beyond traditional data licensing to drive KPMG's evolving GenAI infused cross-functional GTM and service delivery models
Build and support short-term and long-term sourcing plans and vendor strategies in partnership with the category lead and key stakeholders, which include the major data funders and data & analytics practice leaders at the firm
Manage and support cross functional teams throughout the sourcing, negotiation, contracting and vendor management processes
Collaborate and partner across various legal, compliance and risk mitigation departments to ensure adherence to policies and contractual terms
Team with category lead to identify and implement opportunities for process re-engineering and continuous improvement; monitor, refine, and report on third-party spend, negotiated savings, contracting cycle times, and operational KPIs
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
Qualifications:
Minimum seven years of recent experience in relevant strategic sourcing and contracting background in the third-party content space or management experience leading business research operations where duties included sourcing, structuring and funding third party content contracts, demonstrating success in positions of increasing complexity
Master's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred. Minimum of a Bachelor's degree within relevant discipline required is required
Deep knowledge of standard third-party content providers, their data products and commercial models, such as Bloomberg, Factset, Gartner, Lexis/Nexis, Moodys, S&P, and others; must be technology savvy with advanced skills in MS Office, BI Analytics, workflow, and P2P software such as Ariba or Coupa
Proven track record of negotiating large, complex data licenses with favorable prices, terms and conditions
Strong interpersonal, collaborative and influencing skills to effectively navigate a complex management and organization structure with a high degree of ambiguity
Demonstrated analytical, financial, problem solving, organization, and project management skills to include stakeholder and meeting facilitation skills.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“KPMG”) complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work.
Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA:
https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=4988_9_25
KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding KPMG's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.
KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.
Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.
KPMG is currently seeking an Associate Director, Contract Negotiations to join our Strategic Sourcing, Procurement organization.
Responsibilities:
Develop and execute category management strategies in collaboration with category lead and key stakeholders, inclusive of needs analysis, sourcing, contracting, negotiation and vendor management for third-party content products and services
Collaborate with stakeholders on commercial model development beyond traditional data licensing to drive KPMG's evolving GenAI infused cross-functional GTM and service delivery models
Build and support short-term and long-term sourcing plans and vendor strategies in partnership with the category lead and key stakeholders, which include the major data funders and data & analytics practice leaders at the firm
Manage and support cross functional teams throughout the sourcing, negotiation, contracting and vendor management processes
Collaborate and partner across various legal, compliance and risk mitigation departments to ensure adherence to policies and contractual terms
Team with category lead to identify and implement opportunities for process re-engineering and continuous improvement; monitor, refine, and report on third-party spend, negotiated savings, contracting cycle times, and operational KPIs
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
Qualifications:
Minimum seven years of recent experience in relevant strategic sourcing and contracting background in the third-party content space or management experience leading business research operations where duties included sourcing, structuring and funding third party content contracts, demonstrating success in positions of increasing complexity
Master's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred. Minimum of a Bachelor's degree within relevant discipline required is required
Deep knowledge of standard third-party content providers, their data products and commercial models, such as Bloomberg, Factset, Gartner, Lexis/Nexis, Moodys, S&P, and others; must be technology savvy with advanced skills in MS Office, BI Analytics, workflow, and P2P software such as Ariba or Coupa
Proven track record of negotiating large, complex data licenses with favorable prices, terms and conditions
Strong interpersonal, collaborative and influencing skills to effectively navigate a complex management and organization structure with a high degree of ambiguity
Demonstrated analytical, financial, problem solving, organization, and project management skills to include stakeholder and meeting facilitation skills.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“KPMG”) complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work.
Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA:
https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=4988_9_25
KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding KPMG's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.
KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.
Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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