Act as a key individual contributor within the software category, supporting the execution of sourcing strategies aligned with global procurement objectives, compliance requirements, and business performance goals.
Provide sourcing support for the Software IT team, including contract negotiation support, pricing and financial analysis, contract administration, and competitive bidding activities.
Support enterprise and strategic sourcing initiatives under category leadership guidance.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with global IT and business stakeholders, tailored to their business needs and aligned with global procurement strategy.
Serve as a trusted procurement partner for assigned stakeholders by providing responsive, value‑focused sourcing support.
Collaborate effectively in a global, matrixed environment across regions.
Support adoption of the company’s global procurement strategy, global category management approach, and standard ways of working across regions.
Ensure sourcing activities comply with global policies, processes, and governance requirements.
Support supplier value management activities with key suppliers in the software category, including performance tracking, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Contribute to supplier governance models and encourage supplier‑led innovation aligned with business and technology needs.
Support implementation of supplier performance reviews and improvement actions as required.
Actively support inclusion objectives by growing relationships and spend with Suppliers where applicable.
Promote responsible sourcing practices in alignment with company values and procurement standards.
Record, track, and report cost savings, value creation, and project progress for IT sourcing initiatives within Procurement’s Savings Database.
Maintain accurate documentation and reporting to support audits, governance, and performance measurement.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Information Technology, Finance, or a related technical field.
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in IT, IT procurement, sourcing, or vendor management.
Experience supporting negotiation of commercial and legal contract terms and conditions.
Experience supporting procurement processes and vendor management activities.
Experience conducting financial and pricing analysis.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Benefits
medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
retirement benefits, including 401(k)
paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days