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    Strategic Sourcing Manager - San Jose, United States - Western Digital Capital

    Western Digital Capital
    Western Digital Capital San Jose, United States

    1 week ago

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    Description
    Strategic Sourcing Manager - IT Sourcing

    Full-time
    Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below

    Salary Range: 92, ,300.00


    Business Function:
    Commodity


    At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

    At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we've been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.
    We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world.

    From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world's biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

    Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You'll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms.

    And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That's us, too.
    We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital, G-Technology, SanDisk and WD brands.
    Today's exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It's You & Western Digital. Together, we're the next BIG thing in data.
    Strategic Sourcing
    Develop, manage and execute strategies for the IT Category
    Conduct RFP and lead cross functional teams through the selection process of preferred suppliers with effective scoring criteria to critically evaluate supplier proposals in accordance within company policies
    Collaborate with IT/Legal stakeholders to assess, understand, and prioritize business needs to optimize value with WD's supply base
    Conduct spend/contract/proposal analysis for supply of software licensing, computer hardware, servers, data center and telecom services and present recommendation's to Procurement and IT leadership team
    Lead negotiations on commercial procurement agreements, including, but not limited to, Master Agreements (MSA's) , Statements of Work (SOW's) , Change Orders (CO's) balancing business deliverables, legal interests and pricing
    Analyze total costs, assist business functions with ROI analysis, price and rate benchmarking and negotiate favorable business terms to leverage Western Digital purchasing power
    Research market intelligence to understand cost drivers and market trends
    Category Management
    Develop, refine and implement category strategies and tactics that enable the procurement of technology products and services at the highest value benefit to the company
    Cultivate, enhance, and deepen cross functional stakeholder relationships at all levels serving as the subject matter expert on behalf of the procurement organization
    Actively monitor internal/external trends, synthesize and distill the business intelligence into actionable opportunities and pipeline projects that can and will be delivered Western Digital's bottom line on an ongoing basis
    Manage supplier relationships with a focus on supply/contract and cost management
    Lead supplier performance business reviews on a quarterly basis to enhance performance delivery from strategic partners
    Mediate supplier issues and resolve supplier contract disputes as needed
    Develop supplier rationalization entitlements for each category
    Contract Management
    Evaluate processes and recommend improvements to standardize lifecycle contract and sourcing processes and systems
    Ensure pricing & deliverables as negotiated are included in the contract; coordinate comparison of proposals and final contract terms
    Act as liaison between Legal and the business
    Education and Experience
    Bachelor's degree with 7+ of experience in indirect strategic sourcing with a multi-national organization with an emphasis in software, hardware and telecommunications procurements
    MBA or JD preferred
    Experience and expertise with sourcing & contracting ERP tools (SAP and/or Oracle)
    Core Competencies
    Ability to work well in a high-pace dynamic environment, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and ensure task completion and deadlines are met as required
    Demonstrated skills in negotiating and formulating technology contracts, understanding cost models and various price structures, management of contractual, IP and labor law risks
    Strong project management, organizational, and analytical skills required
    Excellent team facilitation and presentation skills

    Proficient with Microsoft Office applications:
    Excel, Word, PowerPoint

    Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person's gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person's assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

    We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster.
    Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity.

    As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within.

    We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us.

    We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

    Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process.

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    In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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