PNC Financial Services Group
Strategic Sourcing Lead - Supply Chain
PNC Financial Services Group, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, us, 15289
Position Overview
At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As a Strategic Sourcing Lead within PNC's Supply Chain organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA. The position is primarily based in a PNC location. Responsibilities require time in the office or in the field on a regular basis. Some responsibilities may be performed remotely, at the manager's discretion.
This position will have weekly time in the office in Pittsburgh, PA
•Key Responsibilities:o Strategic- Manage RFx events from initial ideation through contract execution.- Support strategic initiatives within Supply Chain Management andmultiple business areas including Corporate & Institutional Banking,Asset Management, Capital Markets, and multiple subsidiaries.- Manage multiple BAU projects in support of previous and currentstrategic engagements.- Identifying operational and category strategieso Tactical- Contract negotiations- Reviewing project pipeline and expiring contracts- Supporting the processes of other areas of Supply ChainManagement as needed
•What should you expect in this role?o This is our senior most individual contributor roleo Daily- manage multiple projects across various business areas whileconnecting with business partners and other members of the supplychain team.o Weekly - proactively facilitating project movement, leading steeringcommittees, embracing personal and career growth opportunities.o Monthly/quarterly - reporting to executive leadership in multiple areas toensure visibility and strategic alignment.
•Key Criteria for success in this role:o Ability to communicate effectively to all areas of the organization.o Experience using technology platforms to support supply chainprocesses (ERP, S2P, risk management, etc.)o Familiarity with the products and services provide/used by financialservices organizations.
** PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.**
Job DescriptionResearches and negotiates our most significant, strategic and complex sourcing initiatives related to major organizational contracts and procurements. These initiatives typically involve more time due to complexity and require high levels of strategic agility often interacting with multiple levels of executives across multiple lines of business.Prepares the most complex purchasing assignments having the most extensive business requirements and selection criteria.Consults with vendors to obtain optimum pricing and availability information. Researches and negotiates highly complex organizational purchases.Negotiates with vendors to obtain optimum quality, cost, terms, etc., in conjunction with contract construction to effectuate the potentially complex development of enterprise agreementsDevelops and monitors effectiveness of purchasing strategies and effectiveness; initiates improvements as necessary.PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:
Customer Focused
- Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.Managing Risk
- Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
Qualifications
Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.
Preferred SkillsProcurement, Purchasing Management, Sourcing Strategies, Supplier Management, Supplier Selection, Vendor Relationships, Vendor Risk Management
CompetenciesAccuracy and Attention to Detail, Effective Communications, Industry Knowledge, Negotiating, Process Management
Work ExperienceRoles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 5+ years of industry-relevant experience. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.
EducationBachelors
CertificationsNo Required Certification(s)
LicensesNo Required License(s)
Benefits
PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.
In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility*: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 8 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.
To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncbenefits.com > New to PNC.
*For more information, please click on the following links:
Time Away from Work
PNC Full-Time Benefits Summary
PNC Part-Time Benefits Summary
Disability Accommodations Statement
If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at AccommodationRequest@pnc.com. Please include "accommodation request" in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.
California Residents
Refer to the California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice to gain understanding of how PNC may use or disclose your personal information in our hiring practices.
At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As a Strategic Sourcing Lead within PNC's Supply Chain organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA. The position is primarily based in a PNC location. Responsibilities require time in the office or in the field on a regular basis. Some responsibilities may be performed remotely, at the manager's discretion.
This position will have weekly time in the office in Pittsburgh, PA
•Key Responsibilities:o Strategic- Manage RFx events from initial ideation through contract execution.- Support strategic initiatives within Supply Chain Management andmultiple business areas including Corporate & Institutional Banking,Asset Management, Capital Markets, and multiple subsidiaries.- Manage multiple BAU projects in support of previous and currentstrategic engagements.- Identifying operational and category strategieso Tactical- Contract negotiations- Reviewing project pipeline and expiring contracts- Supporting the processes of other areas of Supply ChainManagement as needed
•What should you expect in this role?o This is our senior most individual contributor roleo Daily- manage multiple projects across various business areas whileconnecting with business partners and other members of the supplychain team.o Weekly - proactively facilitating project movement, leading steeringcommittees, embracing personal and career growth opportunities.o Monthly/quarterly - reporting to executive leadership in multiple areas toensure visibility and strategic alignment.
•Key Criteria for success in this role:o Ability to communicate effectively to all areas of the organization.o Experience using technology platforms to support supply chainprocesses (ERP, S2P, risk management, etc.)o Familiarity with the products and services provide/used by financialservices organizations.
** PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.**
Job DescriptionResearches and negotiates our most significant, strategic and complex sourcing initiatives related to major organizational contracts and procurements. These initiatives typically involve more time due to complexity and require high levels of strategic agility often interacting with multiple levels of executives across multiple lines of business.Prepares the most complex purchasing assignments having the most extensive business requirements and selection criteria.Consults with vendors to obtain optimum pricing and availability information. Researches and negotiates highly complex organizational purchases.Negotiates with vendors to obtain optimum quality, cost, terms, etc., in conjunction with contract construction to effectuate the potentially complex development of enterprise agreementsDevelops and monitors effectiveness of purchasing strategies and effectiveness; initiates improvements as necessary.PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:
Customer Focused
- Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.Managing Risk
- Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
Qualifications
Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.
Preferred SkillsProcurement, Purchasing Management, Sourcing Strategies, Supplier Management, Supplier Selection, Vendor Relationships, Vendor Risk Management
CompetenciesAccuracy and Attention to Detail, Effective Communications, Industry Knowledge, Negotiating, Process Management
Work ExperienceRoles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 5+ years of industry-relevant experience. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.
EducationBachelors
CertificationsNo Required Certification(s)
LicensesNo Required License(s)
Benefits
PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.
In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility*: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 8 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.
To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncbenefits.com > New to PNC.
*For more information, please click on the following links:
Time Away from Work
PNC Full-Time Benefits Summary
PNC Part-Time Benefits Summary
Disability Accommodations Statement
If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at AccommodationRequest@pnc.com. Please include "accommodation request" in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.
California Residents
Refer to the California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice to gain understanding of how PNC may use or disclose your personal information in our hiring practices.