Technology Sourcing Specialist

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Technology Sourcing Specialist for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Management Consulting clients. Candidates must be EST/CST located and able to work EST hours (will be regular earlier morning calls as this is a global team). Must have a strong background working on enterprise level, complex technology (SaaS, telecom, infrastructure, services, etc). Must have experience/familiarity with technology related contracts (especially SaaS related) including negotiation, accounting for security/compliance guidelines and policies, and being comfortable working with category management/compliance/procurement team leaders as needed for information gathering and contract finalization.

Technology Sourcing plays a critical role in making responsible buying easy by ensuring we expertly source products and services across the firm. You will collaborate with a vast array of Tech-focused Internal Clients, and departments and optimize collaborators across our global footprint as you and your team design and deliver exceptional sourcing experiences.

You'll be joining us at an exciting time as we are currently shaping our 'Make responsible buying easy' transformation evolving our Responsible Sourcing practice and embarking on a brand-new rebuild/reimagining of our technology products and services-focused sourcing team. This role is crucial to ensure that this rebuild is successfully realized and to the long-term performance of the Responsible Sourcing team.

Responsibilities :

• Leverage your deep expertise across software, cloud, and/or IT professional services, and technology software categories to co-create and execute innovative sourcing strategies with Category Managers and Business Unit Stakeholders that enable the Firm's technology function and operational team's impact, ESG, and risk goals.
• Deliver innovative software sourcing strategies underpinned by core strategic sourcing techniques (e.g., Spend Analysis, Clean Sheeting, Total Cost of Ownership determination, Cost Breakdown Analysis, and Risk Management). Considers and recommends optimum sourcing approach based on context and desired value outcome (e.g., comprehensive RFP, RFQ, direct negotiation)
• Drive the delivery of innovative and syndicated negotiation strategies for sourcing events and leverage outstanding negotiation skills that deliver optimum outcomes.
• Prepare and syndicate thoughtful and robust Business Award Recommendations that deliver consensus of approval across stakeholders. You'll partner with colleagues to create and follow Standard Operating Procedures that deliver consistent and auditable sourcing experiences.
• Thought partner and co-create innovative sourcing solutions with internal clients, optimize collaborators (examples: Category Leaders, Purchasing, Purchasing Operations, Legal Procurement, Suppliers, etc.) delivering exceptional sourcing strategies and sourcing experiences
• Build strong relationships and partner with our regional sourcing managers, so our colleagues receive a consistent sourcing experience across the firm.
• Contribute to the global responsible sourcing vision, strategies, and priorities including driving forward the sourcing workstream within our 'Make responsible buying easy' transformation. This will include driving the development and delivery of a holistic and seamless source-to-pay process that supports our ESG goals, and risk principles.
• Drive the development and implementation of world-class sourcing processes, principles, and KPIs for each category, identify and deploy technologies that can digitize and automate these sourcing processes, and develop a clear and sustainable governance model for the sourcing practice.

Required Skills:

• 7+ years in a professional business environment with at least 5 years of relevant Technology Sourcing experience required
• Deep Strategic Sourcing knowledge across multiple standard indirect/ Tech categories (examples: Software, Cloud, Hardware, Wireless and Fixed Telecom, Technology Professional Services, etc.) that delivers excellent Sourcing Strategies
• Deep expertise in Sourcing Steps and Processes (examples: Conducting Spend Analysis, Clean Sheet, Total Cost of Ownership and Cost Breakdown Analysis, Sourcing Strategy Development, Product/ Services Requirements and features Mapping, RFP Excellence, Business Case development, and outstanding ability to Negotiate); knowledge of technology solutions that digitize and automate Sourcing Processes is highly valued
• Procurement transformation experience is highly valued
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills, with the ability to quickly articulate creative, practical solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across functions at all organizational levels
• Excellent ability to apply experience and knowledge to transformational improvements, influence others with knowledge and skills, and demonstrate outstanding change management, project management, and communication skills
• Experience influencing senior leadership in a consensus-based culture, able to drive change, meet deadlines, and inspire confidence among senior leadership
• Excellent prioritization and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and ambiguous situations effectively
• Mastery of Excel and PowerPoint
• University degree and excellent academic record required; advanced degree preferred

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.
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