Staff Strategic Sourcing Manager - Technology

About the role

The Staff Strategic Sourcing Manager will be an integral part of Intuit’s Technology Sourcing Team, driving complex sourcing projects and value chain optimization opportunities across software, hardware, and other technology-related categories including data, AI, SaaS, telecommunications, and emerging technologies. This strategic role brings together multiple teams across Intuit to identify opportunities for operational improvements, cost optimization, risk mitigation, and ensuring best value from technology partners. The role demands a strong understanding of the technology landscape, its impact on business outcomes, and total cost of ownership, 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 supporting business transformation
• 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 both software and hardware domains 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 and proofs of concept
• Conduct total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses
• Lead challenging vendor negotiations

Qualifications

• 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

The expected base pay range for this position is:

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

Intuit provides a competitive compensation package with a strong pay-for-performance approach, which may include a cash bonus, equity rewards, and benefits in accordance with applicable plans and programs.