Strategic Sourcing Manager - Technology

Strategic Sourcing Manager - Technology

Location: This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.

Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.

PLEASE NOTE: This position is not eligible for current or future visa sponsorship.

TheStrategic Sourcing Manager - Technologywill be responsible for supporting procurement, and responsible for the execution and implementation of one or more sub-category sourcing strategies.
How you will make an impact:

• Executes standardized strategic sourcing processes for assigned sub-categories.

• Executes standardized strategic sourcing processes for assigned sub-categories (AI/Software Engineering Services. 2. Software/SaaS).

• Focuses on cost savings.

• Participates in cross-enterprise commodity teams for sub-categories and aggressively tracks and improves non-compliance preferred supplier(s).

• Participates in fact-based negotiations and executes contracts utilizing approved terms and conditions.

• Implements sourcing recommendations and develops and manages e-procurement catalog content.

• Aggressively monitors, tracks and reports supplier compliance and performance benefits.

Minimum Requirements:

Requires a BA/BS; 8 years of experience in sourcing/supplier selection with at least 6 years experience with negotiation of pricing and contract terms and conditions; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences:

• Technical background is a plus.
• MBA preferred.
• CPM preferred.