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Trial Vendor Senior Manager

Parexel is currently registering interest for Trial Vendor Senior Manager to joi...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

Not provided

Parexel

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree is required, with advanced degree preferred
3+ years working experience and excellent knowledge of the clinical operation processes and vendor management
Excellent knowledge of GxP and ICH regulations
Very good knowledge of clinical trial design and mapping to supplier requirements
Experience working with diverse cross-functional teams and a matrix environment and driving organizational excellence
Experience in User Acceptance testing for e-COA and IRT
Knowledge of key deliverables that impact green light milestones and vendor readiness
Experience or Expertise with Central Labs, Electronic Clinical Outcomes Assessment (eCOA), and Electronic Patient Reported Outcome (ePRO), Interactive Response Technology (IRT), Cardiac and Respiratory diagnostics, Patient Recruitment and Retention (PR&R), and/or Imaging reading (global process ownership, business system owner, SOP management, global training on supplier related SOPs and processes)
Very strong vendor management skills
outsourcing, contracting, and sourcing of clinical services

Job Responsibility

Interacts and collaborates closely with study team lead and study team members during study lifetime
Reviews vendor related protocol sections during protocol development
Collaborates with Vendor Study Manager (VSM) to the development of Study Specification Worksheet (SSW) to facilitate bid process
Manages interface with vendors in cooperation with vendor partner functions
Quote/proposal review in collaboration with procurement, support contract negotiations, if required
Contributes to the development of vendor contract amendments
Accountable for vendor cost control, budget review, invoice reconciliation and PO close-out
Manages vendor service excellence at study level, ensures vendors meet quality and service level standards in their service delivery for the trial
Covers all vendor activities after study start-up and all categories not covered by VSMs during start-up
Initiates/co-ordinates vendor kick-off meeting for categories not covered by VSMs

Senior Manager, Sourcing and Procurement

We are looking for a Senior Manager of Sourcing and Procurement to lead and exec...

Location

United States , Oakland

Salary:

169000.00 - 214000.00 USD / Year

Everlaw

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 7 years of progressive experience in procurement, with experience managing direct reports or external contractors
Proven leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing talent and partnering with internal stakeholders to drive operational excellence and deliver scalable solutions
Experience negotiating large contracts
Experience in sourcing strategy, including sourcing, vendor selection, contract negotiation, supplier performance management, and cost optimization
Experience supporting budget owners in spend analysis and cost-saving initiatives, establish key performance metrics, and deliver measurable cost savings and operational efficiencies
Strong ability to influence and partner cross-functionally with Finance, IT, Security, HR, and Legal at both strategic and operational levels
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, balancing operational excellence with execution
Authorized to work in the United States

Job Responsibility

Lead the procurement and sourcing functions, fostering a culture of operational excellence and strong partnerships across the business
Manage key sourcing relationships across our corporate services
Collaborate with Finance leadership to implement and optimize the procurement and sourcing roadmap
Build strong relationships with Finance, IT, Security, HR, and Legal stakeholders to ensure initiatives are well-integrated and supported across the organization
Develop and execute a procurement program that supports business needs, drives cost efficiency, and enables scalability
Lead vendor selection and negotiations, securing favorable terms while ensuring supplier reliability, performance, and compliance
Manage the SaaS lifecycle and spend, including vendor intake, license optimization, and renewal management
Implement strategies to optimize spend while maintaining quality and adherence to regulatory and internal policy requirements
Oversee procurement systems and reporting to streamline processes and deliver visibility into spend and performance metrics
Provide sourcing and contract negotiation support for Corporate Services, including Facilities, and Professional Services

What we offer

Medical
Dental
Wellness program
Paid parental leave
Professional development
Fully stocked kitchen
Equity program
401(k) retirement plan with company matching
Health, dental, and vision insurance
HSAs and FSAs for various expenses

Fulltime

Senior Vendor Manager

Builds, manages, and fosters relationships with key vendors providing highly com...

Location

United States , West Des Moines

Salary:

95311.00 - 158851.00 USD / Year

Sammons Financial Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in a business-related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to manage complex, high-value vendor relationships and influence senior stakeholders
Expert knowledge of contract management, sourcing strategy, and vendor governance
Expert business acumen, judgment, discretion, and decision-making skills
Expert ability to manage multiple vendor relationships, and negotiate contractual terms
Excellent analytical and financial evaluation skills
Excellent acumen in vendor risk assessment and performance management practices
Advanced skill in developing and implementing process improvements and governance models
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, and relationship building skills
Ability to identify process improvements and implement practical solutions

Job Responsibility

Builds, manages, and fosters relationships with key vendors providing highly complex and high value services and goods, including performance monitoring, feedback and direction, contract audit, and highly complex escalations
Manage vendor relationships and serve as the primary point of contact with major vendors providing highly complex and high value goods and services
Leading the due diligence and evaluation process for potential new vendors
Monitoring and auditing vendor performance, service level statistics and scorecards, compliance, contractual obligations, leading root cause analyses, providing vendors with feedback and direction, and developing and implementing remediation plans
Leading the team in responding to vendor requests for information
Serve as the highest-tier triage and resolution contact for escalated, highly complex, or sensitive service, administration, billing, exception requests, and communication issues
Guide cross-functional teams in evaluating performance and cost optimization opportunities
Serve as the primary SME liaison with sourcing team on complex RFP/RFI/RFQ processes, including reviewing and approving highly complex Statements of Work, contract amendments, renewals, and amendments in collaboration with legal partners and business stakeholders
Provide vendor management leadership with complex analyses on vendor performance, spend, and compliance results, insights, and recommendations
Develop, implement and provide SME oversight to vendor management policies, practices, procedures, tools and systems, documentation, and maintenance

What we offer

Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family, including Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA & FSA options, and term life insurance
Competitive compensation with a performance-based incentive program tied to clear goals and individual and/or company success
Invest in your future with our 100% company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), plus automatic enrollment in our 401(k)
Work–life balance that means something. Friday afternoons off year-round, generous paid time off, and paid holidays
Commit to your growth with paid development time, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities across industry, individual, and leadership programs
Make an impact beyond the workplace through volunteer time off, and our company nonprofit matching gift program, supporting the causes that matter most to you
An ownership culture that inspires
join a connected, values-driven workplace where employees take accountability, support one another, and are empowered to do their best work—together shaping our future shared success

Fulltime

Strategic Sourcing Senior Manager

As a Strategic Sourcing Senior Manager, you will be responsible for developing a...

Location

United States , San Mateo

Salary:

150000.00 - 170000.00 USD / Year

Verkada

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of proven experience in strategic sourcing, technology procurement, and vendor management
Strong negotiation skills and experience in negotiating complex contracts
Ability to analyze market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and value optimization
Excellent communication, prioritization and interpersonal skills
Ability to provide strategic guidance to functional partners on procurement decisions
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of procurement policies and regulations
Experience with vendor consolidation and technology portfolio optimization
5-star customer service mindset
Excellent teamwork skills

Job Responsibility

Lead the development and implementation of strategic sourcing initiatives for technology portfolio procurement
Negotiate complex, high-value contracts and agreements with strategic vendors
Identify and execute vendor consolidation opportunities to optimize the technology portfolio
Provide strategic guidance to functional partners on procurement decisions, balancing new features, seat/usage expansion, and rip-n-replace considerations & initiatives
Build and maintain vendor relationships, ensuring performance and compliance with contracts
Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks in technology space and how that may impact sourcing decisions
Develop and implement cost-saving strategies and initiatives
Monitor and report on key sourcing metrics and performance indicators
Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Legal, Security, and Finance to ensure alignment of sourcing strategies with business needs
Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations for Verkada’s global scale.

What we offer

Healthcare programs that can be tailored to meet the personal health and financial well-being needs - Premiums are 100% covered for the employee under at least one plan and 80% for family premiums under all plans
Nationwide medical, vision and dental coverage
Health Saving Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with tax saving options
Expanded mental health support
Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits
Time off to relax and recharge through our paid holidays, firmwide extended holidays, flexible PTO and personal sick time
Professional development stipend
Fertility Stipend
Wellness/fitness benefits
Healthy lunches provided daily

Fulltime

Senior Sourcing Manager

The Senior Sourcing Manager will be a part of GoodLeap’s Procurement team. This ...

Location

United States , Roseville; San Francisco; San Mateo; Plano; Austin; Bentonville

Salary:

110000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Year

GoodLeap

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field
5+ years of experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Vendor Management, ideally in the Technology or Financial Services industries
Demonstrated success in negotiating commercial contracts and delivering quantifiable cost savings
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
High attention to detail and operational discipline
Proficiency with collaboration and enterprise tools such as Slack, Zoom, Outlook, Jira, and Workday Financials
Experience working in small, agile teams and independently managing high-impact sourcing initiatives

Job Responsibility

Lead sourcing and procurement activities across multiple indirect spend categories, including technology, professional services, final services, and operations
Partner with stakeholders to define business requirements, align sourcing strategies, and deliver cost-effective solutions
Execute competitive bidding, negotiations, and contracting to achieve measurable savings and business value
Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, and service levels with suppliers to secure favorable outcomes
Drive operational excellence through all stages of the sourcing lifecycle — from requirements gathering to supplier performance management
Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and business teams to review and manage commercial contracts while ensuring compliance with company policies
Track and report cost savings, supplier performance, and sourcing impact metrics
Use modern collaboration tools (Slack, Outlook, Zoom, Workday Financials, Jira, etc.) to manage workflows and communication efficiently

Fulltime

Senior Manager, Sourcing Operations

A key player in Global Sourcing in driving Sourcing’s vision to be the Most Agil...

Location

Indonesia , Jakarta

Salary:

Not provided

Adidas

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

University degree in engineering or related areas
Minimum 7+ years of work experience of which ideally 5 years were in production creation/ manufacturing and in managerial positions
Wide experience of sourcing management concepts of consumer goods
Strong presentation, negotiation, influencing, interpersonal and communication skills
Fluent in English (written and spoken)
Strong MS Office Skills
Strong leadership skills and ability to work with multidimensional teams

Job Responsibility

Lead the overall sourcing business, operations, and functions in designated groups of factories/operations centers, to execute the global sourcing strategies
Accountable for leadership of the Development & Commercialization and Production teams in the supplier groups/OCs ensuring that they fully carry out their expected JD/R&R and that all company standards are met with support from relevant functional heads when needed (including development, material, costing, quality, SEA & ME)
Own all KPI performance of the managed vendors within assigned “Country of Origin (“CoO”) and own the relationship at Supplier Group level where relevant
Drive company key initiatives, such as Quality, ME/CI, SPIKE, and Tier1/Tier2 alignment programs and projects to ensure overall and supplier capabilities are industry leading / world class
Build and maintain close working relationships with the factory senior management and internal functional leads to ensure quick resolution of issues as well as engage them in the overall company strategies
Represent operations both internally & externally and foster a strategical partnership and relationship with our customers
Provide input and regular update of information necessary to support the allocation process
Ensure all operations comply with relevant local laws respecting human rights, health and safety of all employees and environment
Invest in people skills through Development and Training, provide ongoing coaching to the team members and take an active role in driving engagement
Enhance work environment considering infrastructure, SEA & labor and security

Fulltime

Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager, Professional Services

As the Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager, Professional Services, you will lead t...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

182000.00 - 202000.00 USD / Year

Uber

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or vendor management, ideally in Professional Services, Human Capital, Outsourcing, or related categories
Bachelor's Degree
12+ years of experience in global strategic sourcing or indirect procurement
Strong understanding of professional services and delivery models, pricing strategies, supplier performance management, and cost modeling
Demonstrated ability to lead RFI/RFP processes, contract negotiations, and supplier business reviews
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
able to influence without directing at all levels
Track record of driving cost savings while improving service quality and operational reliability
MBA, JD, or advanced degree in Finance, or Business is a bonus
Demonstrated ability to build and implement strategic sourcing category plans that foster cross-functional alignment, elevate category influence, and deliver measurable impact

Job Responsibility

Help lead Uber’s Professional Services Sourcing Strategy: Oversee portfolio planning, lead complex negotiations, and manage supplier partner performance worldwide
Optimize Professional Services: Develop sourcing strategies to ensure Uber’s investments align with business growth, and cost efficiency
Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with internal stakeholders and Business Units, to ensure alignment with Uber’s broader business goals. Build and maintain solid business partner relationships with high degrees of openness and transparency
Risk Management & Compliance: Ensure Uber’s interests are protected at all times, and we mitigate / minimize any and all risks

What we offer

Eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program
May be offered an equity award & other types of comp
All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) plan
Eligible for various benefits

Fulltime

Senior Technology Vendor Program Manager

This role supports services provided to the federal government or federal govern...

Location

United States of America , Virtual

Salary:

132000.00 - 146000.00 USD / Year

Alight Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years of experience in technology program management, vendor management, or portfolio governance
Experience working with technology vendors (SaaS, cloud, infrastructure, or platforms)
Strong understanding of vendor performance metrics (SLAs, KPIs)
Comfort building and improving processes in evolving environments
US Citizenship

Job Responsibility

Maintain a clear view of vendor and application strategy, ownership, and lifecycle
Support planning across key stages: sustain, enhance, modernize, and retire
Facilitate regular portfolio reviews to track progress, surface risks, and drive decisions
Build and maintain vendor scorecards (SLAs, performance, usage, satisfaction)
Track issues, manage escalations, and ensure follow-through to resolution
Help ensure vendors deliver on commitments and business expectations
Lead regular license and usage reviews (e.g., purchased vs. used vs. needed)
Partner with teams to reclaim unused licenses and reduce waste
Provide clear insights to support planning and renewal readiness
Partner with Security, Risk, and Legal teams to track vendor risk and compliance requirements

What we offer

health, dental and vision coverages starting Day One
wellbeing programs
retirement plans with contribution matching
generous time off
parental leave
continuing education
career growth opportunities
competitive total rewards package
continuing education & training
bonus and/or incentive eligibility

Fulltime

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