Team Lead, Strategic Sourcing (IT, SaaS, Hardware)
Core
Lead strategic sourcing for enterprise SaaS and IT hardware categories, managing net-new purchases, complex renewals, and demand planning to optimize costs and supply chain efficiency.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing team lead (IT & SaaS)
Builds
Strategic sourcing processes, supplier management frameworks, and cost-optimized procurement strategies for IT hardware and SaaS licenses.
Domain
Technology procurement (SaaS, IT hardware, networking, office AV)
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, demand planning, cost modeling, team leadership, stakeholder management, data analysis, process transformation, OEM/distributor management
Preferred skills
Experience with AI tools (Zip, ChatGPT, Claude) for workflow automation, experience at high-growth companies, managing global logistics and multi-region expansion
Technologies
Zip, ChatGPT, Claude
Responsibilities
Lead strategic sourcing for enterprise SaaS and IT categories; own software license and subscription strategy; lead IT hardware procurement team; transform IT Procurement from transactional to strategic; develop pricing models based on vendor proposals; manage and develop a direct report
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people leadership
