About Us <div style="text-align:justify;">In a fast-paced global environment procurement can provide a real strategic challenge. At Keelvar we work hard on optimization and game theory, applying it to strategic sourcing. Keelvar was founded in Europe's largest AI research lab by a team of computer scientists and engineers specialising in AI. Powered by unique artificial intelligence, designed by our category experts, our mission is to help procurement teams globally to scale sourcing excellence. Keelvar is an award-winning, category leading, global sourcing optimization and autonomous sourcing vendor, optimising over $200bn+ in spend annually.</div> Role Overview <div style="text-align:justify;">As a Procurement / Sourcing Consultant, you will be part of a team that is responsible for implementing automation solutions, sourcing optimization projects, and analysis. You will serve as one of the primary support resources for our clients and their suppliers as they leverage Keelvar’s Sourcing Optimization, Autonomous Sourcing, and Rate Manager solutions. Additionally, you will work with and learn from our Senior Consultants and subject matter experts as you master our software, the sourcing process, and a variety of direct and indirect sourcing categories. This is a US based remote working role which requires the employee to be based in Georgia, Florida or Pennsylvania. </div> What the work looks like <ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;"><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Manage strategic sourcing projects in Keelvar for enterprise clients, leveraging advanced optimization tools to evaluate multi-round supplier bids and present data-driven award recommendations. </li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Analyze and solve technical inquiries initiated from customers and their suppliers relating to Keelvar operational functionality.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Build and develop relationships with key customers, anticipate, diagnose and interpret their needs.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Formulate creative solutions leveraging our technology that exceeds customers’ requirements and expectations.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Become a subject matter expert on Keelvar software products including Sourcing Optimization, Autonomous Sourcing, and Rate Manager.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Implement AI based solutions to optimize internal processes and improve operational efficiency.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Assist with pre-sales meetings and demonstrations as product technical expert. Liaise with customers and schedule training to assist them with utilization of our product.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Ensure we are exceeding customer expectations by collaborating closely with other teams and departments including tier 2 support, customer success managers and engineering.</li></ul> What we are looking for <ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;"><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">2 to 4+ years’ experience, including internships, in supply chain, strategic sourcing, or management consulting.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Experienced with sourcing software and automated procurement platforms.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Exposure to Sourcing Optimization frameworks and cost-efficiency modeling.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">You have good Microsoft Excel skills including knowledge of formulae and pivot tables.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Leveraged AI technologies and advanced prompt engineering techniques to automate repetitive workflows, improving task efficiency and data accuracy. </li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">You have a sound foundation in data analysis, supply chain, and sourcing.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">You are a strong communicator and thrive in an environment of mutual respect, openness and collaboration. You enjoy getting things done at a quick pace.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">You are a creative problem solver and enjoy a technical challenge.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">You like working with motivated people; and you strive to build relationships and delight customers.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">You are familiar with the enterprise SaaS ecosystem.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">A bachelor's degree in business analytics, supply chain, engineering, data science or related field is preferred.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(31,31,31);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">While not a strict requirement, professional working proficiency in Spanish is a plus for this role. </li></ul> What you can expect from us At Keelvar, we are proud to offer flexible working and great benefits, including:<ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;"><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(32,32,32);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Medical Insurance</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(32,32,32);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">401k</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(32,32,32);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Paid family related leave</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(32,32,32);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Up to 27 days of annual leave per annum. </li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(32,32,32);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Additional day off for your birthday!</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(32,32,32);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Flexible working hours with a positive approach to work - life balance.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(32,32,32);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">An inclusive, collaborative, innovative culture.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(32,32,32);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Generous leave offerings including 2 CSR days.</li><li style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto, sans-serif;color:rgb(32,32,32);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">A clear development path: Regular 1-1s with your manager and a defined career ladder so you know what your learning and development looks like at Keelvar. </li></ul>If you really like the sound of the role but don't match every listed criteria exactly, we still want to hear from you. You could be the exact fit for this or any of our other roles. We are a diverse group and we intend to continue to attract and retain diverse talent in our organisation. We're committed to an inclusive and diverse Keelvar. We do not discriminate based on gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, civil or family status, age, disability, or race.

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