Ad ID: 001192
1,093
Posted: Apr 01, 2014
   
Business Development Manager- Lawrence, KS
Help wanted > Business Management
  • Job type:

    Full Time

  • Compensation / Salary:

    Competitive

  • Hours / Shift:

    Days

  • Requirements:

    *Must have 2 to 4 years of solid experience in a similar position.
    *Must have a solid background in supply management, procurement, or project management with an emphasis on strategic sourcing.
    *Experience in Telecommunications is a must.
    *Computer skills must include proficiency in MS Office including: Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access.
    *Must be skilled in negotiating, renegotiating, and administering contracts with suppliers and vendors such that the best interest of the Company is paramount.
    *Must have knowledge and extensive experience in contracting principles and laws.
    * Must have strong leadership and team building skills to integrate and motivate people from different organizations to work together in achieving process objectives and project goals.
    *Must be adept at communicating with vendors and internal business partners to establish and maintain credibility for the sourcing function, while increasing service to our clients.
    * Must have experience in effectively establishing procurement strategy and decision criteria and in bringing decisions to closure while demonstrating business acumen and good judgment.
    *High School Diploma / G.E.D.
    *Valid driver's license.

Based in Lawrence, Kansas, Bear Communications(www.bearcommunications.net) is one of the largest communications contractors in the Midwest. Bear Communications is rapidly growing and searching for the right candidate to fill our new Business Development Manager position.


Position Summary
The Business Development Manager will be responsible for the development of strategic sourcing strategies for assigned direct & indirect category spend. Major areas of responsibility include requirement gathering, sourcing, creating and issuing Request for Proposal (RFP), proposal evaluation, contract negotiations, contract drafting and administration. Functionally responsible for ensuring compliance with our Company Procurement policy, ethical and legal business practices, and lowest total cost procurement. This candidate must be able to manage the strategic planning, scoping, bidding, contract execution, compliance, and supplier management for assigned categories. Responsible for developing category management expertise across a broad spectrum of business functions. Includes comprehensive understanding of supply base, long range market dynamics, should cost models and disruptive technologies. Develops and leads cross-functional teams comprised of business managers, Legal, Risk Management and other impacted organizations to coordinate Company sourcing activities.

BENEFITS

*Competitive pay.
*Medical/Dental /Vision benefits at 90 days of employment.
*Must be able to pass drug test.
*Must be able to pass a background check.

Please send your resume to employment@bearcommunications.net or apply online at www.bearcommunications.net
Bear Communications, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
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