Strategic Sourcing Buyer

RRD has an immediate opening for a Sourcing Buyer to join our team in Houston  This is an onsite position. Job SummaryProvide execution and support at the local level of procurement activity.  Source materials and/or services in alignment with the strategic plan. Demonstrate knowledge of price and cost analysis tools to drive cost savings on a medium scale. Responsibilities:Execute order placement and issuance of POs in accordance with policies/proceduresResponsible for timely blocked invoice resolution and avoidance; Participates in external benchmarking and implementation of best practicesParticipates in Sourcing process improvement initiatives and tools including project planning and implementationParticipates in the identification of stakeholder needs and delivers appropriate internal and external communication to meet the needs of OperationsCollaborates with internal partners to communicate and drive utilization of preferred suppliersFacilitates negotiations on medium scale projects to achieve department objectivesUnder general direction, uses data to conduct price & cost analysis to drive savingsUtilizes effective presentation skills to address stakeholders’ needs; communicates with Senior Management across the organizationParticipates in the development of robust training, policy, and procedure materialsAddresses contractual issues with direction, as neededWorks closely with internal partners on sourcing decisions to ensure supplier contribution and performance requirements are met