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You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you'll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. Youll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, youll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

Job DescriptionLocationWesupport USflexibleworking arrangements in thecontiguous 48states.At Sun Life,we look for optimistic people who want to make life brighter for ourClients.We understand the value of diverse cultures, perspectives, and identities, and want you to bring your full and authentic self to work.Every day,you'llbe empowered and challengedbyworking withdynamic colleaguesto find new and innovative ways to make Sun Life the best benefits company in America.

The opportunity

The Sourcing Analyst collects, evaluates and analyzes supplier data to support the vendor governance process including supplier outreach, scorecard development and meeting facilitation, spend/market analysis, RFX development and execution, contract negotiation support and documentation.

How you will contribute

  • Develops and maintains Vendor Management process documentation
  • Develops and publishes supplier communications to suppliers and the internal community
  • Actively source and conduct reporting for diverse suppliers
  • Maintain vendor database, supports KPI development and tracking
  • Prepare organizational, industry and supplier market outlooks
  • Understands and tracks performance of organization's spend, supplier market, costs and tiers of suppliers
  • Collects and evaluates information about potential suppliers including reference checks, financial review, evaluating risks, and other business data as required
  • Working with Category Managers, develops quarterly business review packages participate in supplier meetings
  • Actively assists with vendor reviews and dispute resolutions including vendor issue log tracking and facilitating issue closure
  • Analyzes information and evaluates results to develop best solution
  • Create and manage execution of RFXs and auctions, including post event evaluation
  • Uses analytic techniques to support vendor evaluations
  • Continuously evaluate purchasing programs and vendors to identify opportunities for improvement and streamlining
  • Ability to negotiate contracts under direction of Category Manager
  • Supports teams by assisting with various departmental initiatives and projects
  • Required to attend additional training as requested/deemed necessary

What you will bring with you

  • Bachelor's Degree or higher
  • 5 years' experience in strategic sourcing or strategic purchasing organization
  • Strong ability to read/interpret and
  • write/complete/produce
  • Demonstrated experience in facilitating meetings
  • Successful experience in purchasing high-volume purchases in an interactive team environment
  • Strong experience in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
  • Strong written, verbal, and negotiation skills
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Do you see yourself in this role even if you haven't checked all the boxes above? We welcome all talented candidates and are committed to a culture that represents diversity in all forms. If you think you might thrive in this setting, we would love to hear from you.

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Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life

  • Excellent benefits and wellness programs to support the three pillars of your well-being mental, physical and financial including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, a partially-paid sabbatical program, medical plans, company paid life and AD&D insurance as well as disability programs and more
  • Retirement and Stock Purchase programs to help build and enhance your future financial security including a 401(k) plan with an employer-paid match as well as an employer-funded retirement account
  • A flexible work environment with a friendly, caring, collaborative and inclusive culture
  • Great Place to Work Certified in Canada and the U.S.
  • Named as a Top 10 employer by the Boston Globes Top Places to Work two years running

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are a

California resident

Southern region

65,100-97,700

Central region

68,600-102,900

Northern region

73,400-110,100

If you are a

Colorado resident

62,200-93,300

If you are a

New York resident

73,400-110,100

If you are

Washington resident

68,600-102,900

We consider various factors in determining actual pay including your skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition to salary, this position is eligible for incentive awards based on individual and business performance as well as a broad range of competitive benefits.

Sun Life Financial is a leading provider of group insurance benefits in the U.S., helping people protect what they love about their lives. More than just a name, Sun Life symbolizes our brand promise of making life brighter -for our customers, partners, and communities. Join our talented, diverse workforce and launch a rewarding career. Visit us at

www.sunlife.com/us

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

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At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.