About Us Imagine Your Future with Us Since 1971 Paychex has been at the forefront of simplifying HR payroll and benefits for American businesses Our digital HR technology and advisory solutions cater to the changing needs of employers and their employees With our award-winning training and endless opportunities for growth and development you can build a lifelong career with us We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive and innovative culture Our leaders are here to support your career journey they and our dedicated employees embody the values that drive us to support each other our clients and our communities Join us to pursue your passion and unleash your potential Overview The Procurement Supplier Relationship Manager is a contributor role responsible for managing sourcing procurement and supplier relationships to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services This role focuses on building strong partnerships with suppliers optimizing procurement processes and supporting strategic sourcing initiatives to drive value and mitigate risk Responsibilities Establishes robust collaborative relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to strategically develop implement and optimize supplier management processes tools and policies to achieve performance objectives and mitigate risks Verifies all necessary approvals are obtained before processing purchase orders Accurately checking suppliers order acknowledgements and expedites delivery and shipment as needed Ensures exact invoice reconciliation to maintain financial accuracy Identifies and tracks industry trends relating to supplier programs financial and or compliance risks program issues that are impacting supplier services from achieving performance goals and present resolution and improvement opportunities Prepares and executes bid packages utilizing Request for Information RFI Request for Proposal RFP Request for Quote RFQ etc to meet criteria of pricing quality quantity availability and delivery dates Develops prepares and communicated supplier performance metrics evaluation criteria and scorecard results Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor s Degree - Required 7 years of experience in Excellent collaboration and team building skills Strong verbal communication and listening skills Ability to influence internal and or external constituents Ability to analyze and interpret financial data Effective negotiation skills Certifications like CIPS CPSM or Lean Six Sigma are valued Live the Paychex Values Act with uncompromising integrity Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes Work in partnership and support each other Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments Treat each other with respect and dignity Not sure if you meet every requirement At Paychex we know that great talent comes in many forms If you re passionate about the role but don t check every box we still encourage you to apply You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us Paychex is an equal opportunity employer We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications experience and merit We comply with all applicable federal state and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment