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    Strategic Sourcing Manager - Pleasanton, United States - Vaco

    Vaco
    Vaco Pleasanton, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Description
    Manager of Strategic Sourcing (IT)


    Our client, an apparel and home fashion company, is looking for a Manager of Strategic Sourcing (IT) to join their team.


    LOCATION:
    Dublin, CA


    Hybrid capacity:
    3 days/week in office (Tues, Wed, Thurs).


    JOB DESCRIPTION:


    The IT Strategic Sourcing Manager will execute sourcing projects that accomplish the goals of both the organization and the IT business units they support, striving to optimize Total Cost of Ownership while creating efficiencies.


    This person will be responsible for leading IT strategic sourcing projects from start-to-finish, including process steps such as vendor research, category/market research, market index analysis, data analysis, baseline development, RFP development, competitive bid strategy/management, negotiations, offer analysis and scenario development.

    This role will also be involved in post-bid management, which includes activities such as spend analysis and vendor management. He / she will manage multiple projects at a time, as well as support ad-hoc IT sourcing inquiries.


    Strong sourcing strategy, project management, and communications are key in this role as this person will be interacting with many of the company employees, departments, locations and vendors to facilitate cross-functional IT Sourcing activities and support other company-wide initiatives.


    RESPONSIBILITIES:
    Drive IT Sourcing Strategy and Process Execution
    Manage IT sourcing process with minimal support, start-to-finish, for simple to medium complexity projects (to include market research, sourcing strategy, RFX / event development, negotiations, management of communications, and stakeholder involvement, etc.)
    Develop category and negotiation strategies that drive savings or business transformation through thought leadership and industry expertise
    Build and maintain stakeholder relationships typically at the Director and VP level based on transparency and mutual benefit

    Partner with the IT organization for relationship management activities and contributes to business reviews and QBRs to maximize value from suppliers.

    Lead planning and ideation sessions and effectively influence stakeholders bringing new and innovative ideas
    Collaborate with IT portfolio owners to drive establishment and execution of Renewals and Maintenance Program strategy
    Conduct detailed market and IT vendor research to communicate these findings through meaningful research summaries
    Develop and manage IT sourcing project timelines and lead cross-functional working sessions and leadership meetings to drive key decisions.
    Analyze vendor bid responses (quantitatively and qualitatively) and round to round movement uncovering insights to influence sourcing strategy
    Facilitate the development of award scenarios and recommendations for stakeholder evaluation, consideration and decision-making
    Contract Development and Management
    Review contracts and spend to assess potential IT sourcing opportunities
    Meet with IT Contract Owners / IT Contracts Coordinator / Legal to follow-up on concerns relating to IT RFPs / sourcing projects
    Provide guidance on contract negotiations through collaborative approach with IT stakeholders
    Ad-Hoc Analysis and Project Support
    Assist in driving continuous process improvement initiatives, and adherence to policies and procedures
    Able to develop PowerPoint presentations for internal stakeholder communications / updates, also review other team members' deliverables
    Support additional duties as assigned


    REQUIREMENTS:
    BA/BS in Business, Economics, Finance/Accounting, Engineering, or Computer Science
    MBA/JD/MS/ME preferred
    Minimum of 5 years IT strategic sourcing experience. Multiple IT sourcing category experience required.
    Consulting experience preferred; experience in retail is a plus
    Cross-functional team leadership
    Project Management
    Vendor Management
    Contract writing and management experience preferred
    Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
    Experience using e-sourcing tools for RFx processes, analysis, and/or optimization is a plus
    Experience in working with raw material / market indices
    Must have a data driven approach to solving problems
    Requires very strong quantitative skills and a good sense of how to dissect problems
    Must have very close attention to details and the drive to get things right with minimal supervision
    Ability to multi-task, prioritize, work independently and keep a high level of focus
    Must be able to listen, understand, and communicate with employees at all levels of the company
    Needs to be able to build effective working relationships within the company.


    COMPETENCIES:
    People
    Building Effective Teams
    Developing Talent
    Collaboration
    Self
    Leading by Example
    Communicates Effectively
    Ensures Accountability and Execution
    Manages Conflict
    Business
    Business Acumen
    Plans, Aligns and Prioritizes
    Organizational Agility
    With particular emphasis on the following specific position-related competencies:
    Influence
    Analysis and Judgment
    Drives Results
    Technical Competence
    Teamwork


    COMPENSATION:


    Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs.

    With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure:
    $120K - $150K + bonus. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

    Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

    EEO Notice


    Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

    Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

    As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

    If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact

    .
    Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that

    workplace discrimination is illegal .

    By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity.

    You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications.

    You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application.

    In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
    Privacy Notice


    Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.

    California residents may access Vaco's HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees .
    Virginia residents may access our state specific policies .
    Residents of all other states may access our policies .
    Canadian residents may access our policies in English

    and in French .
    Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies .
    Pay Transparency Notice

    Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
    the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
    licensure and certification requirements;
    office location and other geographic considerations;
    other business and organizational needs.

    With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure.

    The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

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