Sourcing Analyst

Kemper is one of the nation's leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper's products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises.

Job Summary :

The Sourcing Analyst is an entry level role supporting the sourcing team by assisting with supplier research, data analysis, preparation and issuing competitive bids, and negotiating / administering supplier contracts. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, organized, ability to handle multiple tasks at the same time. This position is located in our Chicago office, hybrid schedule

Key Responsibilities :

Contract Management

• Draft, review, and manage supplier contracts, amendments, and renewals in coordination with Legal, Information Security, Privacy and Stakeholders.
• Review contracts terms and conditions, service levels, and pricing agreements provide redlines and updates as needed.
• Track contract expiration dates and proactively initiate renewal or pre-sourcing activities.
• Maintain contract database, ensuring accuracy, completeness of contract entries into Kemper's contract tool.
• Assist in resolving contract-related questions or issues with vendors.

Sourcing Support

Supplier & Market Research

Qualifications :

Skills & Competencies

Key Competencies :

The range for this position is $53200 to $70000. When determining candidate offers, we consider experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location among other factors. This job is eligible for Kemper benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, etc.).

Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination.

Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email. Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates. If you receive such a message, delete it.