Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.

• Build positive internal relationships by providing a high level of service, reflecting competence and professionalism.
• Develop and execute sourcing activities pertinent to business unit needs and priorities.
• Lead or support competitive sourcing process, from start to finish, including development of RFx (RFI, RFQ, RFI) packages and scorecards, assisting decision-makers with analysis of proposals, coordination of supplier demos, and overall leadership in every stage of the process.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree in business management, accounting, finance, supply chain, or relevant field; or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in the purchasing/procurement field, including sourcing, contracting, supplier management and risk management.

What will set you apart:

• Excellent organizational, analytical, time-management and problem- solving skills, being able to manage and prioritize multiple projects concurrently.
• Excellent written, interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• High level of interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with senior management, key stakeholders, colleagues and vendors.
• Must be able to lead and/or support difficult conversations, communicate the value of certain procedures and policies, and build consensus, with a balance of assertiveness, tact and diplomacy.
• Proven track record of achieving savings goals.
• Able to work autonomously and with little direction.
• Ability to balance business demands, legal requirements, policy and processes to achieve positive outcomes.
• Proven contract administration skills and results.
• Familiarity with vendor management concepts, including strategies for effective performance management, contract compliance, and risk monitoring.
• Must be personally motivated to do a great job, be a great team member, and provide great value to the company.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, mature judgment, customer service orientation, and ability to anticipate needs of the organization.
• Experience with automated Procurement solutions, e.g., SAP/Ariba, e- auctions.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of the job.  The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time.   You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the responsibilities and/or tasks listed in this job description.   You may be required perform other duties that are not included on this job description.  The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.