Job#: 3030629 Job Description: 6 month contract to hire or full-time, depending on the candidate!
Hybrid 2-3 days a week in Foster City, CA.
Ideal candidate is someone coming from a large tech company or autonomous car company.
Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager - IT Software & ServicesThe Indirect Sourcing team connects the organization with the resources required to build and scale next-generation mobility solutions from the ground up. The team manages the sourcing, negotiation, and execution of contracts and strategic partnerships that support business growth and operational excellence.
This Strategic Sourcing Manager will help establish, grow, and scale foundational IT Software and IT Services categories. You will have the autonomy and visibility to act as a true strategic partner, working cross-functionally with IT and business stakeholders.
In this role, you will be at the forefront of developing sourcing solutions that support innovative, large-scale initiatives and complex go-to-market challenges within a highly technical environment.
We are seeking someone who enjoys owning projects end-to-end, diving deep to understand engineering and user experience needs, and partnering closely with stakeholders to solve complex, forward-looking problems.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and guide internal departments in the procurement of IT software, hardware, and services
- Lead sourcing efforts across CRM, ERP, SaaS, and related technology categories to support operational scale and efficiency
- Establish and maintain strategic supplier relationships and procurement opportunities
- Advise stakeholders on supplier selection, performance management, and risk mitigation
- Identify cost-saving opportunities through benchmarking, competitive sourcing, and process improvements
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms to deliver optimal total cost of ownership
- Ensure a smooth source-to-pay process by partnering with Finance and cross-functional teams throughout the lifecycle
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- 8+ years of experience in strategic procurement, sourcing, indirect category management, contracting, and/or supply chain management
- 4+ years of experience sourcing technology categories, including networking hardware, software, services, and related agreements
- Strong strategic sourcing, financial analysis, and contract negotiation skills
- Experience drafting and negotiating contracts, including review of redlines and issue resolution
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders
- Self-starter with a collaborative mindset and the ability to provide thoughtful insights and strategic recommendations
Bonus Qualifications
- Master's degree or MBA in a relevant discipline (Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, Program Management, etc.)
- Experience in high-tech, autonomous systems, or other safety-critical industries
- Experience working in NPI environments and cross-functionally with PMO or engineering teams
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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