Procurement S2P Sourcing & Contract Specialist

About Western Governors University

If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you’re committed to working hard—you may be a great fit for Western Governors University (WGU). WGU is dedicated to expanding access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs and prides itself on its diverse, student-focused workforce.

Role Overview: Procurement S2P Sourcing & Contract Specialist

This role is ideal for a Procurement Systems–enabled Sourcing professional with hands-on experience in administering and optimizing enterprise procurement platforms like Jaggaer, Ivalua, Oracle Procurement Cloud, and Source-to-Pay/Contract Lifecycle Management solutions. You will own and support end-to-end Source-to-Pay workflows, including purchase orders, contract lifecycle management, pricing analysis, and ERP integrations.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate supplier capabilities, risk, quality, pricing, and delivery performance
• Lead sourcing events, manage RFx activities, and make award recommendations
• Negotiate contracts, SLAs, KPIs, and terms with suppliers
• Partner with Finance and Legal to review and implement contracts
• Maintain accurate records and update purchasing systems and policies
• Monitor market trends and recommend process improvements for cost-savings

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of procurement or supply chain experience
• Experience with cloud-based sourcing and procurement systems
• Strong negotiation skills and proven contract management experience
• Ability to analyze data and manage workflows efficiently
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Bonus Points

• Experience managing SLAs, KPIs, and sourcing strategies across multiple categories
• Proven track record in delivering cost savings and risk reduction

Work Location & Arrangement

This full-time hybrid role is based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Initially remote, the role will transition to on-site work in Raleigh by mid-2026. Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Raleigh area within 90 days of offer acceptance. Expect up to 20% travel, including participation at company summits and business events.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this role is estimated between $80,300 and $120,400, based on factors such as skill sets, experience, and certifications. WGU offers comprehensive benefits including bonuses, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement savings, paid time off, and more.

Hiring Process

The hiring process includes an introductory call with a Talent Acquisition Partner followed by an interview with the Hiring Manager and Director of Procurement. WGU values transparent communication, and candidates will receive timely updates throughout the process.

Key skills/competency

Procurement, Sourcing, Contract Negotiation, ERP Integration, Jaggaer, Ivalua, Oracle, SLAs, KPIs, RFx