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Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

We are seeking a strategic sourcing team leader for Professional Services Catego...

Location

United States , Remote; San Francisco; Mountain View; Seattle

Salary:

Not provided

Atlassian

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven work experience as a sourcing manager and category manager with a focus on professional services
ability to create and execute strategic sourcing and category strategies that result in cost reduction, enhanced supplier performance, and reduced risks
confident in a rapidly growing, fast paced and changing environment
excellent leadership, influencing, and negotiation skills
excellent verbal, written communications and presentation skills
proven complex problem solving and decision-making skills
excellent planning, analytical and project management skills
drive impact and navigate ambiguity while staying collaborative and inclusive
passion to understand Atlassian’s products, customers, culture, and business models
BS/BA degree

Job Responsibility

Develop and implement procurement strategies for professional services that align with organizational goals and objectives
design and oversee a comprehensive professional services category strategy and roadmap to enhance the maturity level of our sourcing process by streamlining operations and improving efficiencies
foster a cohesive team culture, promote collaboration in the workplace, align with procurement objectives to achieve success, and prioritize career growth and development
support the development of a responsible procurement program, including cost optimization, competitive bidding, and a team's key metrics against OKRs
share market intelligence, conduct market analysis, and benchmark to anticipate price fluctuations for potential sourcing opportunities and risks
establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, suppliers, and senior executives to understand and influence all commercial aspects of risks
ensure that suppliers meet performance expectations, deliver value, and comply with contractual obligations.

What we offer

Health coverage
paid volunteer days
wellness resources
and more.

Fulltime

Category Manager

The Category Manager (CM) will be the lead for negotiations and supplier managem...

Location

United States , Easton

Salary:

Not provided

Victaulic

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management from an accredited college or university is required
Minimum of 4 years of relevant, progressive Strategic Sourcing, Category Management or equivalent work experience and expertise
Demonstrated knowledge of strategic sourcing process and tools and their application in restructuring purchases of a Global Supply Chain and Global Multi-plant manufacturing business
Track record of delivering significant cost reduction and service level improvements
Expertise in negotiation of long-term contracts with safeguards against identified risks
Ability to identify key performance measures and evaluate alternatives
Demonstrated ability to build and lead teams attaining cross-functional consensus
Excellent communication skills at all levels – clearly articulate position with clarity at all levels of the organization
Ability to work with key stakeholders in multiple global locations and at various levels
Strong analytical problem-solving abilities through the use of contemporary tools and methods

Job Responsibility

Address all areas of Category management including Category business plans, global market and pricing analysis and procurement support
Contribute to development of the company's strategic Category objectives and goals
Develop global Category strategies with defined plans for cost savings, risk assessment and mitigation and service level agreements
Lead in the development and execution of Category negotiation strategies with suppliers, including specific targets for pricing, service, quality, intellectual property, tool ownership, exclusivity and inventory
Monitor current Category market conditions, technology roadmaps and identify supply/demand challenges & opportunities
Develop subject matter expertise in assigned commodities through external research, benchmarking and analyzing cost drivers and life cycle costs
Provide market intelligence and Category price trends
Develop deep understanding where our competition sources their components and materials, as well as determining the respective costs of same
Recognized as the Center of Knowledge for respective Category areas, and shares this information with key stakeholders to enable more effective planning, forecasting and execution
Develop and maintain should-cost models that are relevant to the global marketplace

What we offer

comprehensive healthcare coverage
paid time off plans
paid holidays
401K with company match
company paid short-term disability
company paid life insurance
company paid EAP program
tuition reimbursement
adoption assistance

Fulltime

Category Manager

Hunter Douglas is searching for a Category Manager. A world class global procure...

Location

United States , Atlanta

Salary:

119000.00 - 161000.00 USD / Year

Hunter Douglas

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BA required (MBA or Masters preferred)
Successful, multi-year track record in Procurement
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills (multiple complex analyses simultaneously)
Good planning / project management skills
Strong negotiating skills
Strategy development
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Passion for cost and value improvements
Strong leadership skills
Comfortable with conflict

Job Responsibility

Leads sourcing activities for one or more categories of spend, with the goal of achieving significant initial cost reductions, while maintaining/improving product quality and supplier service levels
Controls directly the results achieved with a strong intervention power in case of under-performing results
Serves as the strategic stakeholder with supplier organizations and in corporate functions to develop and execute effective cost reduction strategies and implementation plans
Support innovation process e.g., supplier identification, utilizing supplier capabilities for best-in-class product design
Own category savings and implementation of projects to deliver against target
Monitor performances of suppliers and the compliance with guidelines
Develop and implement sourcing strategies for key spend categories
Monitor strategy implementation and contract compliance
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to develop new products / fabric collections
Develop potential scenarios and negotiation tactics

What we offer

Bonus target range: 25-35%
Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
Time off with pay
401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
Paid parental leave
Wellness programs and product discounts

Fulltime

Category Manager

Hunter Douglas is searching for a Category Manager. A world class global procure...

Location

United States , Broomfield, CO

Salary:

119000.00 - 161000.00 USD / Year

Hunter Douglas

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BA required (MBA or Masters preferred)
Successful, multi-year track record in Procurement
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills (multiple complex analyses simultaneously)
Good planning / project management skills
Strong negotiating skills
Strategy development
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Passion for cost and value improvements
Strong leadership skills
Comfortable with conflict

Job Responsibility

Leads sourcing activities for one or more categories of spend
Controls directly the results achieved with a strong intervention power in case of under-performing results
Serves as the strategic stakeholder with supplier organizations and in corporate functions to develop and execute effective cost reduction strategies and implementation plans
Support innovation process e.g., supplier identification, utilizing supplier capabilities for best-in-class product design
Own category savings and implementation of projects to deliver against target
Monitor performances of suppliers and the compliance with guidelines
Develop and implement sourcing strategies for key spend categories
Monitor strategy implementation and contract compliance
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to develop new products / fabric collections
Develop potential scenarios and negotiation tactics

What we offer

Bonus target range: 25-35%
Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
Time off with pay
401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
Paid parental leave
Wellness programs and product discounts

Fulltime

Software Technology Procurement Manager

This prestigious multinational FTSE 100 firm is seeking a high-achieving Technol...

Location

Ireland , Dublin City Centre, Dublin

Salary:

55000.00 - 90000.00 GBP / Year

Bramwith Consulting

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Impressive procurement, strategic sourcing & category management career to date, with particular expertise within IT & Technology Procurement categories (Software, Professional Services, Telecoms, Hardware etc)
Proven ability to win trust and build fruitful relationships with senior VPs, Directors and Board members to place Procurement in the driving seat
Previous IT sales experience is beneficial though not essential, whereas Procurement expertise is a must
Degree, MCIPS & Prince II (preferred not essential)

Job Responsibility

Establishing Procurement's delivery capability and creating a tailored operating model to support innovative services and client solutions
Skilfully owning the CFO-backed £160m technology investment, looking beyond short-term cost savings to secure strategic supplier relationships with niche Software & Technology vendors, capturing long term commercial benefits, mitigating risk and negotiating favourable terms
Winning continued investment from an executive stakeholder community including the CFO and other Senior VPs, building your own team underneath you to further develop Procurement's capabilities across the Front Office
Being considered a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for best practice strategic sourcing across IT and an inspirational leader to more junior IT Procurement specialists, ensuring that this rapidly growing team plays an integral part in the firm's aggressive growth plans
Working one's way up the chain from Senior Procurement Management towards Procurement Directorship

Fulltime

Senior Vendor Sourcing Manager

A Senior Vendor Sourcing Manager plays an essential role within Corporate Vendor...

Location

United States , Westlake

Salary:

69.48 - 77.20 USD / Hour

Aquent

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong category management and strategic sourcing background
Experience in Human Resources spend categories (e.g., Recruitment Process Outsourcing, Employee Benefits)
Experience supporting sourcing and contracting in India
Experience helping stand up a Global Capability Center (GCC) or Global In-house Center (GIC)
Demonstrated ability to synthesize and extract complex legal, technical and business issues
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work across the enterprise or within cross-functional team
Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills
Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite applications, Outlook and Ariba

Job Responsibility

Lead Request for Proposals (RFPs) in support of products and services needed to stand up a Global Capability Center (GCC) in India
Lead contract negotiations for selected vendors, partnering with Risk Review Teams and Legal to ensure compliance with Schwab requirements
Establish strong relationships with Schwab business partners across the firm to develop and execute contracts
Manage all aspects of the strategic sourcing lifecycle
Lead negotiations, as well as collaborate with risk groups and legal, as required on vendor engagements
Manage, edit and negotiate product and services agreements, NDAs and other legal documents
Act as an effective liaison between attorneys and business partners to address issues as they relate to contracts

What we offer

Subsidized health, vision, and dental plans
Paid sick leave
Retirement plans with a match

Global Procurement Manager

Due to exponential growth in the Global procurement team, this global leading pr...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

65000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year

Bramwith Consulting

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in strategic sourcing or procurement within a large multinational blue-chip
Strategic Sourcing and Category management experience within the relevant indirect categories (HR & Talent)
Must be degree qualified in a quantitative degree such as business, finance, economics, engineering or mathematics
Strong analytical skills and excellent use of Excel and sourcing systems

Job Responsibility

Development of a best-in-class category plan for the indirect procurement categories under your control: HR, Temporary Labour, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Employee Benefits & more
Implement specific Supplier Relationship Management strategies tailored to the business needs
Identify opportunities to provide significant savings to the business through sourcing and demand management activities
Make use of the 7-step strategic sourcing process to run best-in-class sourcing projects
Recruit and develop a team of experienced procurement managers to support the future growth of the business

What we offer

Car & Bonus

Fulltime

Software Technology Procurement Manager

This prestigious multinational FTSE 100 firm is seeking a high-achieving Technol...

Location

Ireland , Dublin City Centre, Dublin

Salary:

55000.00 - 90000.00 GBP / Year

Bramwith Consulting

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Impressive procurement, strategic sourcing & category management career to date
Particular expertise within IT & Technology Procurement categories (Software, Professional Services, Telecoms, Hardware etc)
Proven ability to win trust and build fruitful relationships with senior VPs, Directors and Board members
Degree, MCIPS & Prince II (preferred not essential)

Job Responsibility

Establishing Procurement's delivery capability and creating a tailored operating model to support innovative services and client solutions
Skilfully owning the CFO-backed £160m technology investment, looking beyond short-term cost savings to secure strategic supplier relationships with niche Software & Technology vendors, capturing long term commercial benefits, mitigating risk and negotiating favourable terms
Winning continued investment from an executive stakeholder community including the CFO and other Senior VPs, building your own team underneath you to further develop Procurement's capabilities across the Front Office
Being considered a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for best practice strategic sourcing across IT and an inspirational leader to more junior IT Procurement specialists, ensuring that this rapidly growing team plays an integral part in the firm's aggressive growth plans
Working one's way up the chain from Senior Procurement Management towards Procurement Directorship

Fulltime

Category Sourcing Support

Vodafone

Location:
India , Ahmedabad

Category:
Purchasing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Posted:
January 22, 2026

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