Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager
Core
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for the IT category and support other university areas (Athletics, Dining) to achieve cost savings through category management, RFX processes, and supplier relationship management.
Role type
Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager (Lead IC)
Builds
Strategic sourcing strategies, RFP/bid packages, and supplier contracts for IT and other university categories.
Domain
Higher Education / Procurement & Supply Chain
Required skills
Spend analysis, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, RFP process management, market research, project management, policy compliance, metrics reporting
Preferred skills
Automated procurement systems knowledge, federal regulations knowledge (Uniform Guidance), professional procurement certification (CPP/CPPM), university procurement experience, IT procurement experience
Technologies
e-sourcing platforms, contract lifecycle management systems, automated bidding tools
Responsibilities
Analyze spend data to identify sourcing opportunities; develop and execute category strategies; negotiate and manage supplier contracts; lead RFP processes and supplier selection; track savings and report on key metrics; provide training and guidance on procurement systems and policies.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership responsibilities