Global Sourcing Manager

[Applicants: Be among the first 25 applicants | Industry: Software Development | Type: Full-time | Level: Mid-Senior level] The opportunityJoin our dynamic Procurement team as a Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing & Category Management, where you will be instrumental in defining the future of our third-party spend and maximizing value across the organization. We are an agile, data-driven team focused on professional development and utilizing cutting-edge procurement technology.What you'll be doingDevelop and Execute Category Strategies: Define and lead the execution of comprehensive multi-year strategic category plans that drive competitive advantage, innovation, and TCO reduction.Lead Complex Strategic Sourcing: Manage the full end-to-end strategic sourcing lifecycle for high-value spend, including robust market analysis, RFP development, and supplier selection.Negotiate High-Value Contracts: Expertly lead and conclude complex commercial and legal negotiations to secure optimal pricing, favorable contract terms, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).Drive Value through SRM: Establish and cultivate strategic supplier relationships that focus on continuous improvement, joint innovation, and enhanced performance across the supply base.Mitigate Supply Chain Risk: Proactively identify, assess, and manage supply chain and contractual risks, implementing strategies for business continuity and resilience.What we're looking forStrategic Sourcing Expertise: Demonstrated mastery of the 7-step strategic sourcing process and deep experience with Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modeling.Advanced Negotiation Skills: Proven track record of leading complex, multi-million dollar commercial negotiations with a focus on value creation, not just cost-cutting.Spend Analysis Proficiency: Exceptional ability to conduct sophisticated spend analysis, cost modeling, and financial data interpretation to identify high-impact opportunities.Cross-Functional Alignment: Documented experience gaining buy-in and driving consensus on category strategies among diverse and senior-level internal stakeholders.Contract Management Acumen: Expert knowledge of contract law and the ab...