Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager, IT

The Sr. Technical Sourcing Manager role operates with a high degree of autonomy and assumes full accountability for overseeing and administering complex Information Technology ("IT") strategic sourcing endeavors, encompassing contract management, project management, supplier management, risk management, and compliance monitoring for an estimated annual expenditure of $50 million. The role demands an exceptional aptitude for collaboration, analysis, and negotiation, engaging extensively with both business unit leadership and suppliers. The ideal candidate demonstrates an unwavering commitment to continuous education, staying ahead of the ever-evolving information technology licensing models introduced by suppliers.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Key Responsibility #1:  NEGOTIATIONS & CONTRACT MANAGEMENT 

• Strategically analyze agreement opportunities and lead communication efforts to negotiate complex information technology agreements with external stakeholders/suppliers, achieving highly advantageous financial terms while balancing user requirements, enhancing experience, and mitigating risks. Proactively educate and strongly influence internal stakeholders to embrace these terms.
• Act as the definitive authority in accepting or rejecting proposed terms from suppliers, ensuring that only the most beneficial agreements are executed.
• Take responsibility for establishing contractual controls related to onshore/offshore restrictions, regulatory requirements, and client-imposed obligations, diligently monitoring supplier compliance to safeguard Allied's revenues.
• Monitor contract expiration dates and develop comprehensive short- and long-term strategies for each category of expenditure, optimizing procurement outcomes.
• Proactively identify changes in the business environment that may impact the company's negotiating position, enabling swift and strategic responses.
• Conduct thorough risk analyses to identify potential threats to the company and develop robust mitigation plans aimed at minimizing or eliminating exposure.

Key Responsibility #2:  STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT 

• Foster and cultivate strong working relationships with business unit leadership, ensuring that their requirements are effectively incorporated into category and supplier strategies and contracts while showcasing the value of the Strategic Sourcing function. Actively participate in cross-functional teams to execute IT and IT-related strategies.
• Collaborate closely with business unit leadership to develop comprehensive RFP and non-RFP project plans, providing indirect management of communication plans, timelines, and assignments to all stakeholders involved.
• Administer the supplier onboarding process for information technology suppliers, effectively managing action plans as necessary to ensure compliance with client and regulatory policies.
• Cultivate and maintain strong supplier relationships, aiming to continually enhance their value to the company.

Qualifications (Education, Experience, Certifications & KSA):

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in business, accounting, or supply chain.

8-10 years of work-related experience required.

The position necessitates experience in procurement/strategic sourcing, with a preference for candidates who have (1) served as Category Managers, and/or (2) have achieved the CPSM certification from the Institute for Supply Management (or equivalent). Candidates who can showcase tangible achievements as an Analyst may also be considered.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job.

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We offer our employees a robust compensation package! Our comprehensive benefits include: medical, dental and vision insurance coverage; 100% company-paid life and disability coverage, 401k options with company match, three weeks PTO by the end of the first year and much more. Allied proudly promotes from within as part of a strong commitment to providing career growth opportunities for employees of all levels. Our diverse business portfolio allows employees broad career options with the advantage of staying with the same organization.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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