Strategic Sourcing Manager at ID.me

McLean, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Data Fluency - The ability to understand, interpret, and communicate information from data
Commercial Acumen - Skilled in sourcing, cost modeling, and identifying value levers in supplier negotiations. Able to distill complex business requirements into actionable procurement strategies
Strategic Execution - Balances near-term execution with long-term sourcing strategy. Makes data-driven decisions and advocates for scalable, sustainable vendor models
Relationship Builder - Builds strong partnerships across Legal, Finance, Risk and business units. Able to influence stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership
Detail-Oriented & Agile - Thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with evolving needs. Proactive, organized, and committed to continuous improvement

Responsibilities

Drive Strategic Sourcing Initiatives - Lead sourcing strategies across indirect spend categories, including SaaS, professional services, corporate tools, and infrastructure. Identify opportunities to reduce costs, optimize supplier mix, and improve contract terms. Manage competitive RFPs/RFIs, vendor selection processes, and commercial evaluations. Build pricing models, business cases, and total cost of ownership analyses
Negotiate & Manage Vendor Contracts - Own the negotiation and execution of vendor agreements — new contracts, renewals, and amendments. Collaborate with Legal, Finance, IT Security, and business owners to ensure alignment with compliance, risk, and budget requirements. Ensure contract accuracy, performance incentives, and appropriate SLAs are in place
Cross-Functional Partnership & Enablement - Serve as a consultative partner to internal teams, helping them navigate procurement processes and make strategic sourcing decisions. Provide guidance on make-vs-buy considerations, vendor consolidation, and renewal timing. Partner closely with other support teams to ensure holistic alignment across sourcing and vendor management strategies

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Strategic SourcingNegotiationVendor ManagementProcurementSaaSProfessional ServicesCost SavingsRisk Mitigation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary or compensation for the Strategic Sourcing Manager role?

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Is this Strategic Sourcing Manager position remote or does it require office work?

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What skills and experience are required for the Strategic Sourcing Manager role?

The role requires expertise in leading sourcing strategies, managing RFPs/RFIs and vendor selection, negotiating contracts, building pricing models and business cases, and partnering cross-functionally. Ideal candidates are commercially-minded leaders who balance speed with strategic thinking and thrive in high-growth environments.

What is the work environment like at ID.me for this role?

The role operates in a high-growth, high-impact environment, supporting teams across Go-To-Market, Operations, Finance, Marketing, HR, and IT through cross-functional partnerships.

What makes a strong candidate for the Strategic Sourcing Manager position?

Strong candidates are commercially-minded leaders skilled in sourcing, negotiation, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration, with the ability to drive cost savings and thrive in high-growth settings.

ID.me

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About ID.me

ID.me provides a platform for digital identity verification, allowing individuals to prove and share their identity online. Users create a verified digital identity that can be used to access various services and discounts from partner companies. This process helps businesses ensure that only eligible individuals receive specific offers, which reduces fraud and enhances security. ID.me primarily serves military personnel, first responders, students, teachers, nurses, medical professionals, and government employees, making it particularly valuable in sectors like e-commerce, healthcare, government services, and education. Unlike its competitors, ID.me focuses on building trust between businesses and customers by offering a streamlined verification process that complies with regulatory requirements. The company's goal is to simplify identity verification while providing secure access to services and discounts.

McLean, VirginiaHeadquarters

2010Year Founded

$279.5MTotal Funding

SERIES_DCompany Stage

Government & Public Sector, Cybersecurity, HealthcareIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees