We believe in the power and joy of learning    

At Cengage Group, our employees have a direct impact in helping students around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared purpose – driving innovation that helps millions of learners improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.    

Our culture values diversity, engagement, and discovery  

Our business is driven by our strong culture, and we know that creating an inclusive and diverse workplace is absolutely essential to the success of our company and our learners, as well as our individual well-being. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives in everything we do, and strive to ensure employees of all levels and backgrounds feel empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work. We achieve these priorities through inclusive programs, benefits, and initiatives that are integrated into the fabric of how we work every day. To learn more, please see https://www.cengagegroup.com/about/inclusion-and-diversity/.    

The Buyer is responsible for procurement activities for indirect commercial categories.   

What You'll Do Here:

Driving procurement activities for indirect commercial categories including but not limited to IT, HR, Marketing and Professional Services. Cross functional collaboration with interconnected teams such as legal, finance and compliance to ensure execution of related initiatives.

Driving process efficiencies, delivering cost savings and providing detailed contract commercial term review. Ensuring RFP process completion (where applicable) and effective negotiation of contracts. Evaluate supplier costs and ensure that the contract reflects negotiated and standard commercial terms.

Collaborate with internal business partners to create and confirm thorough business requirements. Identification of direct or RFP negotiation procurement strategy, RFP development and execution, supplier selection, negotiation, contracting, risk mitigation and supplier monitoring.

Champion procurement as a strategic partner and encourage internal functions to engage Procurement.    

What You'll Need:

Bachelor’s degree with related experience preferred.

Indirect commercial procurement exposure

Support team in negotiation, contracting, execution, and contract review

Proficiency in developing and executing procurement strategies, change management and communication

Understanding of commercial legal issues, contract principles, contract redline process and negotiation practices used in the execution of contracts

Workload management, efficient and effective communication skills and significant experience with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Share Point

Experience with ERP systems (SAP) and other applications such as Service Now, Smartsheet a plus   

Cengage Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. You may view Cengage’s EEO/Affirmative Action Policy signed by CEO Michael Hansen and Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law notice by visiting their corresponding links.   

Cengage Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at accommodations.ta@cengage.com or you may call us at +1 (617) 289-7917.    

About Cengage Group

Cengage Group, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms. We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

Compensation

At Cengage Group, we take great pride in our commitment to providing a comprehensive and rewarding Total Rewards package designed to support and empower our employees. Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards Philosophy.

The full base pay range has been provided for this position. Individual base pay will vary based on work schedule, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and geographic location.  Sales roles often incorporate a significant incentive compensation program beyond this base pay range.