Strategic Sourcing Partner

Job Summary:

Our client is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Partner to join their team! This position is located in Indianapolis, Indiana or Atlanta, Georgia.

Duties:

• Direct and implement software-related supplier sourcing strategies to ensure high quality, on-time delivery, and cost competitiveness
• Analyze and report on spend and usage trends, supplier performance metrics, cost savings, and improvement opportunities
• Utilize RFI, RFP, and RFQ techniques to identify, evaluate, and engage with suppliers for competitive market advantage
• Implement proactive procurement strategies, policies, procedures, and systems including supplier onboarding, purchase order management, and project management
• Lead integration efforts related to software procurement in merger and acquisition activities
• Influence cross-functional teams while building strong internal relationships to meet business needs and cost objectives
• Understand how Generative AI technologies are sold, procured, and managed, bringing insight to AI-related sourcing initiatives

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Strong understanding of business contract law and experience negotiating software licensing contracts, including SaaS, conventional licensing, and public cloud marketplaces
• Proven success implementing procurement best practices, building strong relationships with internal customers and suppliers, and consulting on sourcing strategies for cross-functional project teams
• Proven experience in procurement or strategic sourcing, with the ability to drive sourcing initiatives from planning through execution
• Strong ability to review, negotiate, and manage contracts, including amendments and renewals
• Demonstrated experience in SaaS procurement; broader software sourcing knowledge is a plus but not required
• Hands-on experience with Coupa, including managing order forms, procurement workflows, and CRM integrations
• Capable of independently managing the end-to-end sourcing process, including issuing contracts and vendor onboarding
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across departments and build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
• Experience creating and managing RFPs and RFIs, including evaluation and vendor selection processes
• Strong project management and pipeline planning skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and deliver results in a fast-paced environment

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K offered

$22.13 - $31.61 (est. hourly rate)