Strategic Sourcing Manager – IT Hardware

Responsibilities

The Strategic Sourcing Manager – IT Hardware will be responsible for leveraging or critically thinking about how to integrate AI into work processes, decision-making, or problem-solving; managing Category Management and Contract Execution by partnering with stakeholders on requirements and leading supplier negotiation strategies; leading Supplier Relationship Management across ServiceNow’s IT Hardware supplier profile; conducting RFx Management including TCO modeling and driving sourcing decisions; performing Competitive Benchmarking and Market Research to stay updated on market dynamics; collaborating on Sustainability Initiatives to support supplier improvements; monitoring and forecasting demand; actively seeking industry knowledge through research and training; managing, advising, and engaging in the sourcing and contracting processes for IT hardware, IaaS, and support/maintenance; conducting supplier analysis and supporting supplier qualification; driving best value supplier selection to achieve year-over-year savings; developing sourcing plans and strategies; and ensuring clear requirements documentation and strong negotiation skills.