Source to Contract Associate – Procurement Services, SaaS/Tech

WNS

. Execute simple to complex sourcing projects from start to finish .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • RomaniaJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong sourcing skills, including eSourcing technology and RFx development, while effectively managing multiple sourcing projects and conducting thorough data analysis. Exhibits excellent project management and communication abilities to collaborate with clients and suppliers.

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Sourcing MethodologyESourcing TechnologyRFx DevelopmentProject ManagementData Analysis

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Hard Skills

Sourcing SkillsData AnalysisNegotiation SkillsProject PlanningSpend Data CollectionProposal AnalysisSupplier EvaluationProcess ImprovementExcel FunctionsCritical Path Definition

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTeamworkCustomer Service OrientationIssue ResolutionRelationship Management

Tools & Technologies

AribaProcuriIastaZycusERP eSourcing Module

Industry Keywords

ProcurementSourcingSupply ChainRetail Store CategoriesCorporate Services

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute simple to complex sourcing projects from start to finish
Validate sourcing requests according to client guidelines
Analyze requirements for bid packages and communicate with client requesters to close data gaps
Prepare and publish sourcing packages to identified suppliers
Follow up with suppliers to ensure adequate participation
Analyze and summarize proposals
Coordinate supplier evaluations and facilitate decision-making
Provide RFx, reverse auction, and negotiation services based on predefined service levels
Manage 5–12 sourcing projects simultaneously with limited supervision or independently
Assess project requirements, perform due diligence and validation, obtain additional project details, answer process questions, and provide status updates
Conduct spend data collection and analysis, supply market analysis, supplier discovery, RFx development, publishing and management, reverse auctions, negotiations, and bid response analysis
Complete negotiations in software environments and credit-based system enterprise licensing for Tech, SaaS, Professional Services, and Corporate Services deals
Manage suppliers, including supplier orientation and training on the sourcing process and milestone follow-up
Perform in-depth proposal analysis, facilitate supplier evaluations, draw conclusions, prepare summaries, and present findings to clients
Develop or customize RFx, pricing, and proposal evaluation templates
Identify process inefficiencies and suggest improvements to Denali processes
Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation
Collaborate with Client Category Managers and WNS SMEs on project strategy and sourcing approach

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum 2-3 years of work experience in procurement, sourcing, operations, or supply chain
Strong sourcing skills, including sourcing methodology and process, eSourcing technology, and RFx development and management
Familiarity with best practice sourcing approaches and techniques
Strong analytical skills and ability to work with data in Excel using pivot tables and other Excel functions
Ability to synthesize data, draw conclusions, and make recommendations based on client objectives and requirements
Proficiency with one or more eSourcing tools, such as Ariba, Procuri, Iasta, Zycus, or an ERP eSourcing module
Claude is preferred
Basic to intermediate negotiation skills in software environment and credit-based system enterprise licensing, including Tech, SaaS, Professional Services, and Corporate Services deals
Understanding of retail store-specific categories, pricing/cost structures, terminology, key vendors, key requirements, and sourcing levers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated teamwork
Excellent project management skills, including project planning, time management, multitasking, and critical path definition
Strong customer service orientation, issue resolution, and relationship management skills
Ability to learn and master client-specific processes, terminology, political environment, systems, and unique requirements
Solid decision-making ability using available facts in sensitive client situations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off (PTO), holidays, and sick leave
401(k) with company match or other retirement plan
Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Performance-based bonuses, incentive pay, or commissions may be available