Consultant, Procurement

Consultant, Procurement The Consultant, Procurement supports the execution of sourcing and supplier management activities for IT-related spend within Coca-Cola's Global Indirect Procurement organization. Reporting to IT Procurement leadership, this role is responsible for coordinating sourcing events, running quick bids, maintaining procurement data, and supporting analysis that enables compliant, fact-based purchasing decisions. This role is intended for an early-career procurement professional with strong analytical skills who is developing depth in indirect procurement and strategic sourcing, with IT as the primary spend category. Key Responsibilities IT Procurement Execution & Quick Bids Support end-to-end sourcing activities for IT categories including software, hardware, cloud, telecom, and IT services Independently run low-complexity and quick-bid sourcing events, including: Supplier identification and outreach Bid sheet preparation and response consolidation Price and commercial comparison summaries Coordinate larger or more complex sourcing events in partnership with IT Procurement team Execute sourcing events (RFPs, RFIs, RFQs) using enterprise e-Sourcing tools Ensure all sourcing activity complies with procurement policies, approval thresholds, and documentation standards Maintain sourcing files, award summaries, and supplier records Procurement Analytics & Reporting Prepare and maintain standard IT procurement reports related to spend, sourcing activity, savings, and supplier performance Use Excel, SQL, and Power BI to extract, analyze, and present procurement data Support sourcing decisions with cost comparisons, trend analysis, and data validation Prepare summaries and materials for procurement leadership reviews Process & Data Support Maintain data accuracy across procurement systems, sourcing tools, and reports Support standard procurement templates, trackers, and governance processes Identify data or process gaps and escalate issues with recommended actions Act as a knowledgeable user of procurement tools and reporting platforms Stakeholder Support Partner closely with IT Procurement team to manage sourcing intake, timelines, and priorities Coordinate with IT, Finance, and Legal partners to support procurement execution Provide regular updates on sourcing status, quick-bid outcomes, and reporting deliverables Background & Experience Requirements Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or a related field 13 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or business analysis Strong Excel skills; working knowledge of SQL and Power BI Experience supporting sourcing events or supplier bids Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple sourcing requests Clear written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications Experience running quick bids or low-complexity sourcing events Exposure to indirect procurement or IT-related spend categories Familiarity with e-Sourcing or procurement systems Experience supporting a global or matrixed organization The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States. Skills: Agile Methodology, Analytical Thinking, Buying (Inactive), Communication, Contracts, Customer Service, Database Management, Executing Plans, Financial Analysis, Group Problem Solving, Lean Manufacturing, Mathematics, Microsoft Office, Negotiation, Procurement Practices Pay Range: $88,400 - $105,000 Our Purpose and Growth Culture: We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what's possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors curious, empowered, inclusive and agile and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. When we collect your personal information as part of a job application or offer of employment, we do so in accordance with industry standards and best practices and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

Created: 2026-03-06