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At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life's uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection. Job DescriptionThe Sourcing Lead Consultant strategically sources and leads a combination of assignments and commodities/categories of high complexity and risk, in support of Sourcing & Procurement Solutions (SPS) and client objectives. This role has responsibility to manage relationships by anticipating changing business conditions and consulting with key clients by coordinating and/or leading sourcing/project teams and advisory boards.Key Responsibilities• Perform all aspects of the Supplier Performance Management (SPM) process for assigned commodities including contract inventory, segmentation, risk assessments, contingency planning and validation of right pricing • Develop and execute an overarching category strategy and plan for applicable categories • Negotiate contract terms and perform all aspects of the contract process • Proactively assess sourcing and category opportunities by gathering spend information, company purchasing patterns, competitive position, structured analysis of supplier/category industry, economics, market conditions, and expiring contracts to make recommendations based on these findings • Lead discussions with internal clients, expense managers, and key stakeholders to develop and implement demand management guidelines to govern the use of assigned commodities • Conduct business reviews with suppliers and internal clients to measure supplier performance, contract adherence and participate in issue resolution • Document supplier performance measurements that ensure achievement of client goals • Create and implement SPM plan and internal compliance standards and measurements • Measure and management internal compliance with demand management guidelines and take corrective actions as appropriate Education• 4 year Bachelors Degree (Preferred) Experience• 5 or more years of experience (Preferred) Supervisory Responsibilities• This job does not have supervisory duties. Education & Experience (in lieu)• In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. SkillsBusiness, Commodities, Contracts, Internal Compliance, Negotiation, ProcurementCompensationCompensation offered for this role is $78,600.00 - 142,275.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.Joining our team isn't just a job - it's an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good. You'll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we've proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live. Good Hands. Greater Together.Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.For jobs in San Francisco, please click "here" for information regarding the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.For jobs in Los Angeles, please click "here" for information regarding the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.To view the "EEO is the Law" poster click "here". 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