# Senior Associate Sourcing Consultant

- **Company:** Harbor
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, US (Remote)
- **Salary:** Salary not disclosed
- **Contract:** Not specified
- **Posted:** 2026-01-16

## Job description

Harbor is looking for a Consultant to join our growing Vendor Governance + Sourcing (VG+S) team. The VG+S practice provides procurement services - both ad hoc and managed - to support clients manage their vendor governance lifecycle including risk assessments and vendor onboarding, strategic sourcing, buying, contract review, and ongoing monitoring of vendor relationships to ultimately mitigate risk and increase value. This is a remote position that can be worked from anywhere in the USA.
We are looking for someone to support the Sourcing and Advisory team that has an interest in ongoing learning to stay on top of best practices and related technology in the market to support these functions. As part of the Sourcing and Advisory team, you will:
Work internally with cross-functional teams as well as externally with clients to facilitate requirements gathering
Conduct informational interviews and data analysis to assess procurement functions
Leverage internal intellectual property and research to support a point of view on best practices
Play a key role in creating and delivering presentations throughout consulting engagements
Generate creative, strategic solutions
Develop project plans to facilitate implementation
Support ad hoc practice operations and business development projects, as needed
What We’re Looking For:
The ideal candidate will possess prior experience in a related Consulting, Project Management, and/or Process Improvement role. A strong analytical background, experience supporting project teams, and a desire to learn and grow are essential. Additional qualifications will include the following abilities, attributes, experience, and skills:
Proven analytical and quantitative skills to support financial and operational analysis and research
Critical-thinking and problem-solving capabilities related to identifying opportunities for process improvement, efficiency, and risk mitigation
Exceptional organizational, oral, and written communication skills
Collaborative and adaptable in a team-based environment
Proven abilities in strategy development, process mapping and documentation, process improvement, change management, and implementation
Self-starter with independent research capabilities, willingness to learn, and maintain knowledge of industry best practices
General knowledge around procurement related functions including strategic sourcing, contract review, buying, vendor due diligence, and/or procurement technologies
Exceptional computer skills including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. High degree of comfort using other Microsoft products (PowerPoint, Word)
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Supply Chain or Operations
At least 3 years of relevant experience in a procurement related role or consulting team-oriented environment focused on strategic sourcing, procurement, process improvement, and/or project management
Functional knowledge of procurement processes, procurement related technology, and experience in client interaction will be strongly considered
Permanent U.S./Canadian work authorization
10-20% travel may be required (domestic or international)
About Harbor:
Harbor is the leading provider of professional and technology services to the legal industry, encompassing strategy, technology, operations, and intelligence. With a global team of nearly 1,000 professionals, Harbor works with more than 80% of Global 200 law firms and close to 600 corporate law departments to optimize performance and enable business and digital transformation. Headquartered in Chicago, the company has offices in London, Belfast, Moncton, and Sydney.
Harbor, a BayPine LP portfolio company, is advancing its next phase of growth by broadening its technology, data, and managed services capabilities across the legal sector. For more information, visit www.harborglobal.com .
Harbor is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, national origin, ancestry, age, parental status, disabled status, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification, in accordance with applicable law.

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