Strategic Sourcing Specialist Senior (Strongsville)

PNC Financial Services Group
Strongsville, OH
Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the companys success. As a(n) [position title] within PNC's [name of division] organization, you will be based in [city/state location of position].

Job Profile

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the companys success.

The primary function of the role is to ensure PNC is optimizing its supply base by establishing category strategies and sourcing the right products and services from the right suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:
o Strategic
- Manage RFx events from initial ideation through contract execution.
- Support strategic initiatives within Supply Chain Management and across multiple business areas- Manage multiple BAU projects in support of previous and current strategic engagements.
- Identifying operational and category strategies
o Tactical
- Contract negotiations
- Reviewing project pipeline and expiring contracts
- Supporting the processes of other areas of Supply Chain Management as needed

What should you expect in this role?
o This is a senior individual contributor role
o Daily- manage multiple projects across various business areas while connecting with business partners and other members of the supply chain team.
o Weekly proactively facilitating project movement, leading steering committees, embracing personal and career growth opportunities.
o Monthly/quarterly reporting to executive leadership in multiple areas to ensure visibility and strategic alignment.

Key Criteria for success in this role:
o Ability to communicate effectively to all areas of the organization.
o Experience using technology platforms to support supply chain processes (ERP, S2P, risk management, etc.)
o Familiarity with the products and services provide/used by financial services organizations.
o Experience sourcing technology products and services (software, SaaS, network, etc. )

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

  • Supports PNC's Supply Chain Management organization by assisting in the research, evaluation, negotiation, and selection of suppliers to acquire high-quality, cost-effective goods and services.
  • Requests and reviews complex vendor proposals for goods and services.
  • Consults with vendors to obtain optimal pricing and contractual terms. Researches and negotiates complex organizational purchases.
  • Interfaces with internal stakeholds to interpret needs and determine accurate specifications.
  • Prepares supplier strategies, deal strategies, financial analyses, category strategies and other required artifacts in support of the Strategic Sourcing process.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

  • Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
  • Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

Procurement, Purchasing Management, Sourcing Strategies, Supplier Management, Supplier Selection, Vendor Relationships, Vendor Risk Management

Competencies

Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Cost-Benefit Analysis, Effective Communications, Industry Knowledge, Negotiating, Problem Solving, Process Management, Procurement

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $55,000.00 $109,000.00

Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

Application Window

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 12/02/2025, although it may be longer with business discretion.

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com .

Disability Accommodations Statement

If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at [email protected] . Please include accommodation request in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say Workday for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.


At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)


PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

California Residents

Refer to the California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice to gain understanding of how PNC may use or disclose your personal information in our hiring practices.

Posted 2026-02-06

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