IT Sourcing Manager

About the role

The Indirect Sourcing Manager leads sourcing initiatives, manages supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, and drives cost optimization efforts across IT-related categories within a multinational organization. This role partners closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to enhance procurement performance across IT and facilities services, operating in alignment with global procurement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Category Strategy & Execution
  • Develop and execute category strategies for indirect goods and services, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives related to cost, quality, and supplier performance.
  • Support sourcing strategy development across IT and other indirect categories using a structured sourcing methodology.
  • Perform market analysis to identify trends, risks, and optimization opportunities within key spend areas.
  • Establish and maintain strong supplier partnerships to secure favorable pricing, service levels, and supply continuity.
• Contract Negotiation & Management
  • Lead supplier negotiations to achieve optimal commercial terms while balancing quality, service, and risk considerations.
  • Ensure contracts are comprehensive, compliant, and designed to support long-term business needs.
  • Monitor supplier adherence to contractual agreements in partnership with internal stakeholders.
  • Coordinate implementation of enterprise-wide supplier agreements across regional business units.
• Procurement Project Management
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to identify procurement needs and build an annual pipeline of sourcing initiatives aligned with business priorities.
  • Track project status and maintain accurate reporting of sourcing activities.
  • Align stakeholders across IT, Finance, Legal, Supply Chain, and business teams to drive timely decision-making and execution.
• Cost Optimization Initiatives
  • Deliver cost savings through strategic sourcing, supplier consolidation, and operational efficiencies.
  • Measure and report savings performance against annual targets.
  • Contribute to cost-reduction workshops and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Partner with suppliers and internal teams to identify ongoing savings opportunities while maintaining service and quality standards.
  • Support enterprise-level procurement initiatives led by global teams.
• Process Compliance & Governance
  • Ensure adherence to procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Support implementation and adoption of procurement systems and tools.
  • Maintain proper documentation to ensure audit readiness and traceability.
  • Enforce supplier compliance with ethical, legal, and corporate responsibility standards.
• Supplier Performance & Risk Management
  • Monitor supplier performance against agreed service and quality metrics.
  • Implement performance scorecards and conduct regular business reviews with key suppliers.
  • Identify supply risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure continuity.

Core Competencies

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance
• Results-driven with strong execution capabilities
• Skilled negotiator with strong commercial acumen
• Effective problem solver
• Data-driven decision maker with analytical capabilities
• Collaborative team player with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
• 8+ years of experience in category management, sourcing strategy, supplier management, and contract negotiation
• 4+ years of experience in indirect procurement, ideally with exposure to IT categories
• Familiarity with procurement platforms and ERP systems (e.g., e-sourcing tools)
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities related to cost savings and sourcing performance
• Knowledge of procurement compliance, governance frameworks, and supplier risk management
• Excellent organizational, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills