Strategic Sourcing Lead – Procurement & Contract Negotiation

Our client is seeking an experienced Purchasing Lead to oversee strategic sourcing initiatives across a variety of indirect spend categories, including technology, software, marketing, professional services, and business operations. This individual will drive end-to-end sourcing activities, supplier selection, contract negotiations, cost optimization efforts, and risk mitigation strategies while partnering closely with business stakeholders throughout the organization.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in strategic sourcing, commercial negotiations, supplier management, and financial analysis, with the ability to influence decision-making at senior leadership levels.

No Visa Sponsorship | No Relocation Assistance

Work Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote; Tuesday-Thursday in office)

Responsibilities:

• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, cost avoidance, and process improvement.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives from opportunity identification through contract execution.
• Conduct supplier evaluations, competitive bidding events, and supplier selection processes.
• Negotiate commercial terms, pricing structures, service agreements, and contractual provisions.
• Perform Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and financial analyses to support sourcing recommendations.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Leverage emerging technologies and AI-enabled tools to improve sourcing efficiency and decision-making.
• Support supplier due diligence activities, including financial, operational, security, and compliance reviews.
• Monitor market conditions and industry trends to ensure sourcing strategies remain competitive and effective.
• Utilize contract management and procurement systems to manage sourcing workflows and contract lifecycle activities.
• Present sourcing recommendations, financial analyses, supplier assessments, and business cases to senior leadership.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, legal teams, finance partners, and business leaders.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that support business objectives, cost savings initiatives, and risk management goals.
• Manage sourcing activities for technology, software, marketing, advertising, consulting, professional services, and other indirect spend categories.

Qualifications (Must-Haves)

• 5+ years of contract negotiation experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Procurement, or a related field.
• Experience leading supplier selection processes, RFPs/RFQs, and competitive sourcing events.
• Experience working with contract management systems, procurement platforms, and ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of commercial contracts, terms and conditions, and supplier risk management.
• Experience conducting financial analyses, cost modeling, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) evaluations.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at multiple organizational levels.
• 5+ years of strategic sourcing experience involving technology, software, marketing, advertising, consulting, professional services, or similar indirect spend categories.

Preferred Skills:

• MBA or Finance-related degree.
• Familiarity with contract lifecycle management and sourcing workflow tools.
• Experience developing sourcing methodologies and procurement best practices.
• Experience utilizing AI-enabled tools to improve procurement and sourcing processes.
• Experience supporting technology, software, digital marketing, advertising, or professional services categories.

Benefits & Perks:

• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental and Vision