Sr. Manager, Strategic Sourcing – Technology

As a Sr. Manager, Strategic Sourcing, you will establish operational objectives, policies, and work plans for the Technology category function, and will delegate and oversee execution across your team.

You will drive the strategy and success of the most complex, highest-value Technology sourcing initiatives , often working through ambiguous, undefined problems that lack established precedent , while ensuring alignment with company-wide objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement Sourcing Strategy: Lead the execution of strategic sourcing strategies for Technology categories (Software, Network, SaaS, IaaS, Telephony, AI) to optimise procurement in line with company objectives, including cost reduction, risk mitigation, and driving efficiency.
• Strategic Planning: Develop 3–5 year rolling category strategies for Technology spend by working closely with Technology stakeholders to understand long-term needs and translate those insights into operational sourcing strategy.
• Process & Governance: Develop, implement, and oversee KPIs for Technology sourcing activities; help strengthen and operationalise SS&P processes and policies, establishing a governance model to drive performance, mitigate risk, and continuously improve outcomes.
• Cost Optimisation: Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives through strategic sourcing decisions, process improvements, and high-stakes supplier negotiations.
• Contract Negotiation & Risk Management: Lead the most complex contract negotiations, ensuring favourable terms, pricing, and SLAs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with senior stakeholders across Finance, Legal, Security, Privacy, and the Technology organisation to align sourcing strategies with organisational needs.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Category Managers, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and accountability.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strategic relationships with key Technology suppliers, ensuring they meet performance expectations and contractual agreements.
• Market Analysis & Supplier Selection: Conduct market research and competitive analysis on Technology categories to identify potential suppliers, assess market trends, and lead supplier selection processes.
• M&A Support: Drive M&A activity from a Strategic Sourcing perspective, including contract novation and consolidation of Technology agreements.
• Stakeholder Reporting & Communication: Regularly update senior leadership on Technology sourcing strategy progress, savings, supplier performance, and market trends, presenting insights in an executive format.
• Compliance & Ethical Sourcing: Ensure all Technology sourcing activities adhere to ethical standards, legal requirements, and corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement, with a proven track record in a leadership role, and deep experience in Technology sourcing (Infrastructure, SaaS, Telecom, IaaS, AI, etc.).
• Strong understanding of strategic sourcing methodologies, contract negotiations, supplier management, and cost optimisation techniques, including deep understanding of tech contract law and commercial terms.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and executive leadership.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions on ambiguous, undefined problems.
• Experience with procurement software and tools, as well as advanced Excel skills (Coupa, Workday Strategic Sourcing/Scout, SAP, Oracle, Ariba, etc.).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and a team simultaneously.