ABOUT FACTSET

FactSet creates flexible, open data and software solutions for tens of thousands of investment professionals around the world, providing instant anytime, anywhere access to financial data and analytics that investors use to make crucial decisions  

Founded in 1978 and for over 40 years, through market changes and technological progress, our focus has always been to provide exceptional client service. From more than 37 offices in 20 countries, employing more than 10,000 people, FactSet has over ~$2.09 Billion in annual revenues and is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut, we’re all working together toward the goal of creating value for our clients, and we’re proud that 90% of clients who use FactSet continue to use it, year after year. FactSet is a leading global provider of financial data, analytics, and models 

VALUES THAT DEFINE OUR CULTURE

We are unified by the spirit of going above and beyond for our clients and each other. We look to foster a globally inclusive culture, enabling our people to be themselves at work and to join in, be heard, contribute, and grow. We continually seek to expand our workforce with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We recognize that our best ideas can come from anyone, anywhere, at any time and help us provide the best solutions for our clients around the globe. Our inclusive work environment maximizes our diversity values, engagement, productivity, and ultimately makes FactSet a fun place to work.

SUB-PROCESS BRIEF

FactSet is a leader in providing research and analytical tools to finance professionals. FactSet offers instant access to accurate financial data and analytics around the world. FactSet clients combine hundreds of databases from industry-leading suppliers into a single powerful information system.

The Specialist, Vendor Management is responsible for managing our vendor relationships, constantly optimizing our contract portfolio and the procurement process, coordinating collaboration with internal stakeholders (engineering teams, legal, etc.), and providing procurement performance, cost allocation, and budget reports.

This position is located in the Global Procurement department. Global Procurement is responsible for purchasing hardware, software, and services for Factset worldwide. We manage large parts of FactSet’s technology budget and act as a service center for other teams/departments

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage commercial relationships with our vendors

Process purchase requisitions and POs

Support planning and administration of FactSet’s budget

Analyze and optimize our contract portfolio

Work with the requesting teams to ensure high quality in service delivery

Meet corporate cost reduction goals which will include enforcing demand management, while achieving corporate objectives related to supplier diversity and sustainability

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Good understanding of data center technology and related services

Clear analysis of business cases and ability to communicate/present them

Experience in contract management

Good communication skills, and a problem-solving mindset

Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel

Bachelor's degree qualification is must.

1- 5 years experience in procurement, administration or economics

HIGHLY DESIRED:

Presentation skills

Good understanding of Finance

Ability to work independently and team-oriented

Experience with procurement systems (Workday, iProcurement, or similar) is a plus

At FactSet, we celebrate diversity of thought, experience, and perspective. We are committed to disrupting bias and a transparent hiring process. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, family status, or veteran status. FactSet participates in E-Verify.

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