itD Tech
Technology
StrategicSourcingManager
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“Strategic Sourcing Manager at itD Tech. Skills: Strategic sourcing, Technology procurement, Supplier negotiations. Lead negotiations for technology supplier agreements. Manage stakeholders through intake-to-contract lifecycle”
What You'll Achieve.
Drive cost optimization; Drive supplier performance; Drive procurement excellence; Deliver strategic sourcing support; Deliver cost savings; Deliver process improvements; Deliver successful sourcing outcomes
Industry & Context.
Cost optimization
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years strategic sourcing, 5+ years procurement, 5+ years vendor management, Negotiate software agreements, Negotiate SaaS agreements, Negotiate hardware agreements, Negotiate cloud services agreements, Negotiate IT supplier agreements, Manage RFP processes, Manage RFI processes, Supplier selection initiatives, Stakeholder management skills, Conduct supplier benchmarking, Conduct market analysis, Cost optimization initiatives, Knowledge of procurement policies, Knowledge of contract lifecycle management, Knowledge of sourcing best practices, Bachelor's degree in Business, Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Bachelor's degree in Finance, Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Equivalent work experience required
Nice to Have
Support enterprise technology procurement, Familiarity with software licensing models, Familiarity with cloud consumption agreements, Familiarity with IT vendor ecosystems, Drive supplier performance management, Drive strategic supplier relationship programs, CPSM certification, CSCP certification
What You'll Do.
Lead negotiations for technology supplier agreements
Manage stakeholders through intake-to-contract lifecycle
Ensure alignment with procurement policies
Ensure alignment with business objectives
Oversee RFP processes
Oversee RFI processes
Develop recommendations
Conduct market research
Conduct benchmarking analyses
Identify cost-saving opportunities
Identify supplier innovations
Identify industry trends
Collaborate with stakeholders
Define sourcing strategies
Define procurement requirements
Foster supplier relationships
Maintain supplier relationships
Drive supplier performance
Mitigate supplier risk
Support business goals
Ensure compliance with purchasing policies
Ensure compliance with contract governance standards
Ensure compliance with procurement best practices
Attend internal practice community meetings
Collaborate with itD practice team
Contribute to industry thought leadership
Complete client case studies
Complete learning material
Build out material for Digital Transformation practice
Attend internal itD networking events
Work with leadership on career opportunities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Technology stakeholders; Business stakeholders; itD practice team
Communication Scope
Communication
Process & Methodology
Project management
Full Job Description
itD is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead technology sourcing initiatives that drive cost optimization, supplier performance, and procurement excellence across multiple business units. This role will be responsible for negotiating complex technology supplier agreements, guiding stakeholders through the intake-to-contract process, and delivering strategic sourcing support across software, hardware, cloud services, and IT-related spend. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in technology procurement and supplier negotiations, along with a proven track record of delivering cost savings, process improvements, and successful sourcing outcomes. Location: Hybrid – San Francisco, CA (2 days per week onsite: Tuesday and Wednesday) Duration: 4 Months Pay Rate: $25 - $25.20 (hourly) We provide comprehensive medical benefits, a 401k plan, paid holidays, and more. Please note that we are only considering direct W2 candidates at this time, as we are unable to offer sponsorship. Responsibilities: Lead negotiations for technology supplier agreements, including software (SaaS and on-premise), hardware, cloud services, and IT-related contracts. Manage stakeholders through the intake-to-contract lifecycle, ensuring alignment with procurement policies and business objectives. Launch and oversee RFP and RFI processes, including vendor evaluation, bid analysis, and recommendation development. Conduct market research and benchmarking analyses to identify cost-saving opportunities, supplier innovations, and industry trends. Collaborate with technology and business stakeholders to define sourcing strategies and procurement requirements. Foster and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive performance, mitigate risk, and support long-term business goals. Ensure compliance with purchasing policies, contract governance standards, and procurement best practices. Internal Responsibilities: Attend regular internal practice community meetings. Collaborate with your itD pra
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