Category Specialist, Professional Services (Hybrid)
Company Description
Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.
We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.
We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.
Job Description
We're looking for a strategic and collaborative Buyer to join our North America Procurement team. You'll manage a portfolio of professional services and consulting engagements across multiple business units, helping drive value, innovation, and operational excellence.
Reporting to the Category Manager, you'll lead sourcing initiatives, negotiate supplier contracts, and manage key supplier relationships. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the business to ensure we deliver smart, scalable solutions that support Experian's growth. This is a hybrid role based out of Costa Mesa.
What You'll Be Doing
- Serve as a category expert for professional services and consulting.
- Partner with global, regional, and business unit teams to understand needs and deliver value.
- Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans that drive cost savings and efficiency.
- Lead supplier negotiations to secure favorable terms and mitigate risk.
- Draft, negotiate, and execute MSA's, SOW's, and various other contracts.
- Support labor rationalization, standardization, and consolidation efforts.
- Ensure compliance with governance, regulatory, and internal policy standards.
- Identify and implement cost optimization and value creation opportunities.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders, Finance, and Legal across the business.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in procurement or sourcing, ideally within professional services or consulting buying.
- Experience with contracting principles, supplier management, and category strategy.
- 3+ years of experience with strategic sourcing methodologies and procurement tools (e.g., CLM platforms).
- Negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
Additional Information
Benefits/Perks:
- Great compensation package and bonus plan
- Core benefits including full medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K
- Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office
- Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays
Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.
Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.
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