Staff Strategic Sourcing Manager - Technology

This role is an integral part of Intuit’s Technology Sourcing Team, driving complex sourcing projects and value chain optimization across software, hardware, and technology-related categories including data, AI, SaaS, telecommunications, and emerging technologies. The position unites multiple teams to identify opportunities for operational improvements, cost optimization, risk mitigation, and ensuring best value from technology partners. A strong understanding of the technology landscape, business outcomes, and total cost of ownership is essential, with a focus on driving business transformation within the IT organization.

Responsibilities

• Proactively lead and manage strategic sourcing initiatives supporting the IT organization.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies that align with business transformation goals.
• Drive end-to-end sourcing, including complex negotiations with technology partners.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain high ethical standards in all sourcing activities.
• Stay informed on industry innovations in software and hardware to drive advancements.
• Evaluate and recommend strategic opportunities to leadership, considering industry trends for specific spend categories.
• Conduct opportunity assessments independently or with analyst support.
• Manage RFPs, proofs of concept, total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses, and vendor negotiations.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of strategic sourcing experience in the technology area.
• Experience with ERP and Source-to-Pay tools.
• Proven ability to negotiate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience developing and presenting business cases and sourcing strategies for optimizing technology spend.
• Experience in contract development and management for both software and hardware.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines and diverse stakeholders.
• Experience negotiating with global vendors.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

Pay

Intuit provides a competitive compensation package with a strong pay-for-performance approach, including base pay, cash bonuses, equity rewards, and benefits. Pay is based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and work location. The expected base pay range for this position is:

• San Diego: $150,000 - $203,000
• Mountain View, CA: $159,500 - $215,500