Strategic Sourcing Partner #65514

With over $2B in revenue, Autodesk is ranked the 5th largest software company in the world and was recently named one of the top performing companies for 2008 in the BusinessWeek 50 Rankings. Autodesk is a world leader in design innovation technologies for the manufacturing, architecture, construction and media and entertainment industries. Since introducing AutoCAD in 1982, Autodesk has developed a broad portfolio of specialized 2D and 3D Digital Prototyping solutions that give designers, engineers, architects and digital artists the tools they need to create the skyscrapers, bridges, products, games and films that make up our world today. The global Autodesk community includes: - Our employees: 7,000 staff in more than 60 locations around the globe; - Our customers: 9 million users in 160 countries -- 100% of Fortune 100 firms are Autodesk customers; - Our ecosystem: 1,700 channel partners and 3,100 development partners; Twenty-six years ago, Autodesk and AutoCAD changed the world of design by automating drafting. Today we continue to evolve the design process with products used by designers, architects, engineers, and digital artists worldwide. We have been designated one of 2008's "Most Innovative Companies" by Fast Company Magazine. Autodesk: Hot technology....Cool place to work. Title: Strategic Sourcing Partner #65514 Location: San Rafael, CA General Summary: Assist in developing and maintaining relationships with IT suppliers to assure the optimum mix of delivery and best value Business partner with various Autodesk divisions to support them with their purchasing needs. Seeks to reduce costs without sacrificing the quality of products or services. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Ability to review and analyze data to determine cost savings opportunities through vendor consolidation and/or contract renegotiations. Drive the RFx process through to completion Facilitate requirements gathering Identify participating vendors through individual research and recommendations from the business Consolidate and finalize RFx Serve as a single point of contact for all RFx questions Work with the business to identify go/no go criteria Work with the business to form RFx score card with criteria and weighting Facilitate supplier demos/bidders conference Communicate final results to suppliers Facilitate SOW and MSA – serve as a liaison between business and legal Help identify areas of risk for the business (i.e., delivery of service, quality, performance, timeline, warranty, governance) Make recommendations where applicable Ability to insert oneself into business and recognize areas that require improvement and make recommendations for efficiency gain. Provide business with approved SSP tools, processes, and knowledge to qualify vendors and manage vendor relationships Participate in QMR's with key suppliers and provide input on performance and future needs/strategic planning Strong negotiation and presentation skills Leadership/Management Skills Build and maintain (partnering) effective working relationship with assigned business area Highly effective interpersonal and technical skills necessary to obtain continued support from internal clients Highly developed business and communications skills necessary to successfully represent Autodesk in dealings with third parties Ability to represent company values: Quality, Fast, Flexible, Risk-taking, honesty, accountable, teamwork, respect Must recognize the importance of Win/Win Requirements: 5+ years of IT buying experience, preferably in a corporate environment or with a major supplier/manufacturer/distributor. 3+ years of contract negotiation and review process. Desired Knowledge/Skills: BS/BA in Business Administration or Finance preferred, or equivalent work experience. Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing best practices. E procurement system experience desired, preferably Ariba. Knowledge of SAP. Autodesk provides one of the most exceptional compensation and benefit packages, including stock options for all employees, 401k matching, six week sabbatical after four years of employment, domestic partner policy, on going employee training and development, flexible work hours and more! IF YOU ARE AN EXTRAORDINARY PERSON WHO STRIVES FOR EXCELLENCE, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR RESUME ONLINE AT HTTP://WWW.AUTODESK.COM/CAREERS - Job Req #65514. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to a diverse workforce. If you are an extraordinary person who strives for excellence, please apply at Autodesk Careers. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to a diverse workforce. Company: Autodesk Inc. Location: San Rafael Job Category: Administrative/Clerical