Strategic Sourcing (IT) - Senior Lead (Remote)
XplorSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Enterprise Software, FintechIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field, with an MBA or relevant certifications such as CPSM or CIPS being a plus. A minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or vendor management with a focus on Software and SaaS solutions is required. Candidates must have a deep understanding of SaaS licensing models, pricing structures, and legal considerations, along with strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills. Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management, and communication skills are essential, as well as the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment and collaborate with global teams.
Responsibilities
The Senior Sourcing Manager for SaaS will lead complex sourcing initiatives and contract negotiations for Software and SaaS solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives. They will create and manage RFx processes, develop and execute supplier negotiation strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure contract controls are in place. The role includes driving cost savings, managing strategic supplier relationships, conducting market research to identify new sourcing opportunities, and implementing procurement best practices to optimize Software and SaaS spend.
Skills
Strategic Sourcing
Procurement
Vendor Management
SaaS Licensing
Negotiation
Stakeholder Management
Communication
Analytical Skills
Problem-Solving
Organizational Skills
Decision-Making
RFx Processes
IT Contracts (SaaS, Software licensing, Hardware maintenance, MNDA, MSA, DPA & SOW's)
Snowflake
Data management and analytics platform
About Snowflake
Snowflake provides a platform called the AI Data Cloud that helps organizations manage and analyze their data. This platform allows users to store and process large amounts of data efficiently, offering services like data warehousing, data lakes, data engineering, data science, and data sharing. Snowflake's system works by uniting data from different sources, enabling secure sharing and performing various types of analytics. What sets Snowflake apart from its competitors is its ability to operate seamlessly across multiple public clouds, allowing users to access their data from anywhere. The company's goal is to help businesses leverage their data for better decision-making by providing a flexible subscription-based service that scales according to their needs.
Bellevue, WashingtonHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$1,341.3MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees