Head of Strategic Sourcing & Category Management, Procurement

Posting Type

Hybrid

Job Overview

At Relativity, we build the most innovative and comprehensive tools for making sense of unstructured data. Our people are our best asset, and they play an important part in our mission to organize data, discover the truth, and act on it. The Head of Strategic Sourcing & Category Management will lead a team of Category Managers to develop cost-reducing strategies, negotiate agreements, and manage supplier relationships. This strategic leader will optimize sourcing, purchasing, and vendor management, drive cost-saving initiatives, and ensure procurement aligns with organizational goals. Through innovative sourcing solutions, a focus on continuous improvement in our processes and strategic negotiations this role is critical to support Relativity’s overall organizational growth. The Head of Strategic Sourcing & Category Management will work in collaboration with key internal stakeholders and report to the Sr. Director of Business Administration (Procurement, Real Estate, and Workplace Operations).

Job Description And Requirements

• Collaborates with Internal Stakeholders: Streamlines procurement processes and aligns initiatives with business objectives across operations, finance, and legal.
• Manages Indirect Procurement: Leads end-to-end procurement for Indirect categories including Software, Hardware, SaaS, Services, Cloud, and related categories and takes on ad-hoc projects as assigned.
• Leads Sourcing Processes: Manages RFI/RFP preparation and execution by understanding stakeholder needs and translating them into relevant sourcing documents.
• Builds Stakeholder Relationships: Engages with Adjacent Partners and Business Stakeholders to review sourcing strategies, vendor performance, and evolving business needs.
• Oversees Vendor Management: Maintains vendor relationships, manages supplier performance, and handles contract renewals and price renegotiations.
• Manages Software Licensing: Conducts regular license audits, collaborates with vendors to adjust licenses, and ensures accurate billing.
• Evaluates Tech Solutions: Assesses software and hardware options, provides strategic recommendations, and ensures vendor compliance with security standards.
• Coordinates with Accounting: Verifies vendor billing accuracy in collaboration with the accounting team.
• Implements Procurement Strategies: Defines procurement policies, optimizes processes for efficiency, and mitigates risks.
• Supports Cross-Functional Teams: Engages stakeholders in sourcing strategy development and addresses conflicts between requirements and sourcing strategies.
• Builds Supplier Networks: Establishes reliable supplier relationships, leveraging them for warranties and discounts.
• Tracks and Reports Spending: Develops tracking mechanisms and KPIs, monitors compliance, and reports insights to senior management.
• Leads Complex Negotiations: Executes strategic negotiations with suppliers to maximize cost savings.
• Drives Cost Efficiency: Identifies cost reduction opportunities and optimizes inventory levels based on demand and lead times.
• Leads and Develops Team: Mentors a high-performing procurement team to support organizational growth.
  
  

Relativity is committed to competitive, fair, and equitable compensation practices.

This position is eligible for total compensation which includes a competitive base salary, an annual performance bonus, and long-term incentives.

The expected salary range for this role is between following values:

$129,000 and $193,000

The final offered salary will be based on several factors, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay equity. Hiring at the top end of the range would not be typical, to allow for future meaningful salary growth in this position.