Sr Strategic Sourcing Manager

About Our Client

This organization operates in the enterprise software sector, focusing on automating routine business tasks to enhance productivity. It provides an AI platform that integrates various AI technologies, data, and workflows to support large enterprises, including a significant portion of Fortune 500 companies, in improving operational efficiency.

About the Opportunity

The Sr Strategic Sourcing Manager role is responsible for leading sourcing initiatives to optimize supplier selection and achieve cost savings across a substantial company spend. This position plays a critical role in enabling business operations through strategic procurement, reducing contractual risks, and fostering strong partnerships across departments to align sourcing strategies with organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Drive supplier selection to achieve year-over-year savings on over $600 million spend
• Manage category sourcing in HR, Finance, Tax, Contingent Workforce, Sales, GTM, Benefits, Workplace Services, Facilities, Real Estate, and Security
• Support business operations by governing spend and mitigating contractual risks
• Oversee sourcing and contracting processes including evaluation, negotiation, and contract renewal
• Identify and apply sourcing industry trends to enhance strategic sourcing
• Build partnerships with business functions to provide sourcing consultation
• Communicate strategic and tactical sourcing directions to business partners
• Collaborate with legal to ensure globally consistent contracting practices

Requirements

• 10+ years of strategic and operational sourcing and procurement experience
• Expertise in Professional Services and related sub-categories such as IT Services, Contingent Workforce, Consulting, Employee Benefits, and others
• Proven ability to build and lead teams and service partnerships
• Strong negotiation skills and relationship management at all organizational levels
• Deep knowledge of contract development and legal considerations
• Strong project management and strategic implementation skills
• Customer-focused with experience influencing and negotiating among business partners
• Financial acumen including budget and business case development
• Relevant industry certifications such as CPP, CPPM preferred; MBA is an advantage

Pay Range and Compensation Package

Base pay range of $139,900 - $244,800, plus equity (when applicable), variable/incentive compensation, and benefits. Compensation varies based on qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.