Qualifications

• Procurement, vendor management, operations, or cost control experience, preferably in market research or professional services.
• Experience leading a team and establishing priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong foundational knowledge of finance, including budgets, margin analysis, and invoice control.
• Advanced Excel proficiency, specifically with pivot tables and large datasets.
• Experience with Power BI for creating and maintaining performance dashboards.
• Exceptional negotiation skills to effectively challenge scope or cost changes.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, ensuring thorough documentation and follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Lead the cost control team, managing project workloads to meet timelines and budgets.
• Negotiate vendor pricing and rate cards for optimal project costs.
• Quickly resolve vendor-related issues such as delays or invoice discrepancies.
• Analyze monthly project plans to identify opportunities for optimization in timing and resources.
• Maintain a vendor pool tailored to specific business needs, including niche markets.
• Drive process improvement efforts by streamlining workflows and implementing effective tools and systems.
• Generate recurring reports on spend, budget variance, and team throughput using Power BI.

Benefits

• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Ability to influence and impact project outcomes
• Flexible work arrangements
• Access to advanced tools and systems for efficiency