Director, Software Sourcing

Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced, commercially knowledgeable and motivated achiever to join our dynamic procurement team in the United States. As the Director, Software Sourcing, you will oversee a portfolio of global IT-related spend categories, lead strategic sourcing initiatives, and lead multi-million-dollar negotiations with suppliers. You will report to the Head of Procurement North America, and manage the IT buying team, driving innovation and achieving significant cost savings within the IT category. It's challenging but never dull.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management of a diverse portfolio of IT related spend categories, ensuring cost-effectiveness and operational excellence.
• Partner with teams to drive forward new technology initiatives, including digital transformation plans.
• Develop relationships with internal partners, including senior IT managers, business leaders and finance executives being their Subject Mater Expert (SME).
• Drive strategic sourcing initiatives and lead high-value negotiations with key suppliers to secure optimal terms and conditions in line with company standards.
• Support Technology teams in producing business cases, ensuring through commercial and contractual assessments.
• Drive technology rationalization and consolidation efforts to enable tangible and quantifiable cost optimization.
• Ensure adherence to compliance, governance and regulatory standards.
• Identify, develop and implement cost-optimization initiatives.
• Utilize market intelligence and industry trends to inform procurement strategies, drive innovation and cost-effectiveness.
• Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with suppliers to ensure mutual success and long-term partnerships.
• Represent the IT procurement function in executive meetings and provide strategic insights to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 8+ years experience in IT procurement and strategic sourcing with experience in a senior leadership role, within the Financial Services or Technology sector.
• Team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop a high-performing team.
• Experience communicating and building agreement with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience with the IT market and industry trends, with the ability to use this knowledge to make strategic decisions.
• Experience managing complex procurement projects.
• Experience working in a global organization and managing cross-regional projects.
• Hybrid in Allen, TX or Costa Mesa, CA
• Some travel required

Additional Information

Benefits/Perks:

• Great compensation package and bonus plan
• Core benefits including full medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K
• Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office
• Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays

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