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Sr. Sourcing Consultant will assist Category Managers and WNS Category Managers or Sourcing Managers with category strategy and strategic sourcing project execution for Tier 2/3 categories.  He/she will serve as the focal point of strategic sourcing execution for Kellogg's category pod and/or region, making operational decisions and assignments to service the client and manage performance of the overall category S2C pod and region.Key responsibilities include:- Assisting with Category Planning & Strategy- Assisting with Stakeholder Engagement- Assiting Project Pipeline Development- Leading 7-Step Strategic Sourcing Execution- Leading Supplier Relationship Management- Leading Category Benchmarking & Market IntelKnowledge skills and abilities:• Category management expertise and experience across similar industries and geographies• A strong team player and individual contributor• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (internally, with client stakeholders, and the supplier community)• Solid decision making ability using available facts in sensitive client and internal situations• Excellent problem solving ability• Ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives simultaneouslyAdditional informationBusiness Fundamentals:Excellent written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated teamwork and team leadership capabilitiesClient Services Capabilities:Strong customer service orientation including demonstrated issue resolution and relationship management skillsAbility to learn and master client specific processes, terminology, political environment, systems and unique requirements by various business groupsSolid decision-making ability using available facts in sensitive client situationsContract negotiation and drafting