Strategic Sourcing Manager

About the role

The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for delivering value and leading innovation for the firm through a broad set of sourcing and procurement activities. This position is responsible for collaborating closely with stakeholders to understand needs and strategic objectives for the various departments to develop a strategic roadmap for sourcing opportunities to drive value and mitigate risks.

• Work cross-functionally with the various departments and offices throughout the firm to evaluate requirements of goods and services, manage implementation of new supplier programs, communicate contract terms and facilitate hand-off of contract management to the business unit to establish new supplier relationships in an efficient manner.

Responsibilities

Sourcing & Procurement

• Apply best practices in strategic sourcing, procurement and business negotiations, ensuring alignment with Firm strategic objectives.
• Perform spend analysis and develop a sourcing roadmap focused on cost savings, supplier management and process improvement.
• Develop and implement supplier relationship management (SRM) practices including, but not limited to, vendor evaluations and quarterly business reviews.
• Deliver cost savings to the Firm.
• Lead strategic thinking and supplier management in key areas of Firm spend. Accountable for leading the development and execution of multi-year category strategies.
• Build and communicate category intelligence throughout the company.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain or a related field preferred. MBA a plus.
• Five - Seven years of experience in indirect sourcing and procurement.
• Experience in sourcing and category management for software, professional services, outsourcing, and other indirect categories.
• Vendor negotiation experience.
• Experience in change management and implementing new programs and processes.
• Understanding of law firm operations a plus.

Qualifications

• High degree of motivation, with driving sense of responsibility, accountability, and responsiveness.
• Advanced analytical and information gathering skills; ability to evaluate and prioritize extensive, detailed data.
• Excellent attention to detail skills in all areas including email communication, presentations and data analysis.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and capability to work effectively in a matrixed organization with the ability to develop stakeholder relationships at senior levels.
• Talent for delivering client service through teamwork.
• Able to quickly assess information, anticipate issues and outcomes, and make effective recommendations and/or decisions, including ability to draw clear conclusions from a diverse set of data.
• Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to manage multiple requests, assess priorities, and achieve solutions under deadlines.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills with intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Demonstrated ability and enthusiasm for leveraging AI and emerging technologies to enhance sourcing strategy, improve decision-making, and drive operational efficiency and innovation.

Skills

• Expertise in strategic sourcing, procurement, and business negotiations.
• Experience in managing supplier relationships and developing SRM practices.
• Ability to analyze market trends and screen potential suppliers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a matrixed organization.
• Knowledge of law firm operations is beneficial.
• Leverage AI and emerging technologies to enhance sourcing strategy.

Benefits

MoFo offers a comprehensive benefits package starting on your first day. A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family. Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options and backup child and elder care. Global wellness program, including free access to Talkspace and Calm apps. Annual community service day to make an impact on your community and a birthday holiday just for fun. Education reimbursement annually. Dedicated Talent Development team. Competitive annual profit-sharing contribution.