At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. Job Responsibilities: + Collaborate with Sourcing managers to meet company objectives as you produce, implement, and support sourcing strategies that ensure best value + Manage and prioritize the project stream, working with internal stakeholders to determine project definition and business requirements + Manage and monitor supplier performance using meaningful and objective KPI measurements and periodic business reviews + Verify and maintain accurate supplier data, including tax and bank information, quotations, and legal agreements + Reconcile outstanding invoices and resolve discrepancies through proactive customer/stakeholder engagement + Assist competitive bidding using a multi-step sourcing process and utilization of RFx. + Support Procurement / Contracts Projects as required. Job Qualifications: + Customer-focused mindset + Critical thinking and problem solving + Excellent decision-making and leadership capabilities + Conflict resolution experience + Adaptability + Thrive and create a collaborative work environment + Detail oriented and well organized + Good verbal and written communication skills (with team, stakeholders, and management) Education and Experience: + BS/MS in Procurement/Business Administration or equivalent + General understanding of procurement, supplier chain, and supplier management + Good working knowledge of Microsoft applications: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint + Experience with eProcurement technologies a plus (i.e., Coupa, Ariba, Oracle) + Facilitation skills to collaborate with stakeholders and within Global Strategic Sourcing + Good teamwork and influencing skills We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t. Additional Jobs (https://cadence.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/addl\_jobs) Cadence plays a critical role in creating the technologies that modern life depends on. We are a global electronic design automation company, providing software, hardware, and intellectual property to design advanced semiconductor chips that enable our customers create revolutionary products and experiences. Thanks to the outstanding caliber of the Cadence team and the empowering culture that we have cultivated for over 25 years, Cadence continues to be recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. 
Our shared passion for solving the world’s toughest technical challenges, our dedication to pushing the limits of the industry, and our drive to do meaningful work differentiates the people of Cadence. Cadence is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class. Cadence is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class.