Strategic Planning Analyst jobs in Indianapolis, IN

Job ID: JP00044482

Anticipated Start Date: 05/20/24

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. Previously known as Anthem, Inc., we have evolved into a company focused on whole health and updated our name to better reflect the direction the company is heading.

We are looking for contract workers (via BCforward) who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve. You will thrive in a complex and collaborative environment where you take action and ownership to solve problems and lead change. Do you want to be part of a larger purpose and an evolving, high-performance culture that empowers you to make an impact?

Responsible for supporting Procurement. Responsible for the development and implementation of sourcing strategies, vendor evaluations, negotiations and contracting for the Anthem Enterprise.

Primary duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Supports specific sourcing projects and initiatives.
• Conducts RFx (Request for Proposal) events and solicits quotes from vendors and documents price reasonableness.
• Compiles and analyzes data to prepare presentation materials in support of projects.
• Performs market surveys by gathering and compiling market and financial information on categories and potential vendors.
• Recommends appropriate course of action to senior purchasing/sourcing leaders.
• Maintains profile of the diverse vendors in support of Anthem as a supplier diversity goals.
• Negotiates and drafts contract documents.

Requirements:

• Requires a BA/BS: 0-3 years relevant strategic sourcing, vendor management or procurement experience;
• At least 1 summer or semester internship or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
• Direct work experience/internship within the Strategic Sourcing department is preferred.

Job Type: Possible Temp to Hire

Additional Details:

• Hybrid In-Office 1-2 Days/Week.
• Preferred Office Location: 220 Virginia Ave. Indianapolis, Indiana 46204

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

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