About the role
Job Summary
This job involves meticulous analysis and evaluation of procurement data to support strategic decision-making and operational efficiency. It requires collaboration with management and cross-functional teams to enhance procurement processes and compliance. The role supports ongoing improvements and effective communication of data insights. Works with moderate guidance in own area of knowledge.Job Description
Core Responsibilities
- Design and continuously improve guided buying pathways within procurement systems
- Partner with stakeholders to align buying channels (catalogs, forms, punchouts) with business needs
- Define and enforce buying rules, policies, and user journeys that drive compliant purchasing behavior
- Support global guided buying initiatives, including alignment across Cable/Sky procurement teams
- Drive catalog expansion to support guided buying adoption
- Develop and maintain dashboards tracking:
- Guided buying adoption rates
- Catalog vs. non-catalog spend
- Compliance to preferred suppliers
- PO accuracy and cycle time
- Conducting in-depth market and supplier research to identify sourcing opportunities, evaluate supplier capabilities, and stay informed on industry trends relevant to the Professional Services category
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and developing sourcing strategies that align with operational goals and budget constraints
- Assisting in executing sourcing initiatives such as Requests for Proposals (RFPs), supplier evaluations, contract negotiations, and Statements of Work (SOWs) review, with increasing responsibility over time
- Helping manages supplier relationships by supporting performance monitoring, issue resolution, and regular business reviews to ensure alignment with service expectations and contractual obligations
- Assisting with contract lifecycle activities, including redlining and negotiation of financial and legal terms in collaboration with category leaders and legal teams
- Analyzing procurement data to identify trends, savings opportunities, and operational improvements. Supporting reporting efforts for category performance and strategic initiatives
- Participating in initiatives aimed at improving procurement processes, increasing automation, and enhancing the speed and efficiency of sourcing and contracting activities
- Supporting the development and enforcement of procurement policies, ensuring adherence to internal controls and external regulatory requirements
- Working under the guidance of Professional Services category leaders to grow procurement and sourcing capabilities through hands-on experience and mentorship
- Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
- Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) as necessary.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Employees at all levels are expected to:
- Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.
- Own the customer experience think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.
- Know your stuff be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.
- Win as a team make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.
- Be an active part of the Net Promoter System a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.
- Drive results and growth.
- Support a culture of inclusion in how you work and lead.
- Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.
Disclaimer: This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.
Skills
Business Needs, Collaboration, Sourcing and Procurement, Sourcing Strategies, TroubleshootingWe believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That's why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality—to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life.
Please visit the benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
Education
Bachelor's DegreeWhile possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.Certifications (if applicable)
Relevant Work Experience
2-5 YearsComcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.Aplyr's read
Comcast is a leading media and technology company, ideal for those in sales, technology, and business development roles within the telecommunications sector.
What's promising
- •Comcast offers diverse career paths in technology and sales.
- •The company provides opportunities in both consumer and business sectors.
- •Strong brand recognition with Xfinity enhances career visibility.
What to watch
- •Comcast's customer service reputation may impact employee morale.
- •The telecommunications industry faces intense competition and regulatory scrutiny.
- •Large corporate structure may limit individual impact and agility.
Why Comcast
- •Comcast's Xfinity brand is a major player in broadband and cable services.
- •The company has a significant footprint in both media and technology sectors.
- •Comcast Business offers tailored solutions for enterprise clients, differentiating it from consumer-focused competitors.
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About Comcast
Comcast is a global media and technology company that provides broadband, cable television, and telecommunications services. It is known for its Xfinity brand, which offers internet, TV, and phone services.