Indirect Strategic Sourcing Manager - IT

Manager, Strategic Sourcing IT (Indirect)

The Manager, Strategic Sourcing IT (Indirect) is responsible for developing and executing IT procurement strategies across hardware, software, cloud services, telecom, and IT professional services, with a strong emphasis on SaaS agreements. Key duties include managing supplier relationships, leading contract negotiations for SaaS and other IT contracts, ensuring favorable terms, compliance, and cost savings, and partnering with Finance to optimize IT spend and total cost of ownership. The position collaborates closely with IT and business stakeholders to align procurement with technology roadmaps, manages vendor risk and performance, and oversees the full contract lifecycleincluding SaaS renewals, license management, and cloud subscription agreementsto prevent cost overruns and ensure compliance. Additionally, the role drives process improvements through automation, leverages e-procurement tools, and stays current on technology and market trends to enhance procurement effectiveness and SaaS vendor management.

This will be a hybrid role and candidates MUST be able to work from our HQ office in Boca Raton, FL a minimum of three days per week.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Oversee Strategic Sourcing and Category Management for IT labor, hardware, and software.
• Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with business units to ensure alignment between business unit goals and sourcing strategy objectives.
• Consult with stakeholders to achieve the best contractual outcomes, including strong legal and business terms and meaningful performance indicators and service levels.
• Negotiate, finalize, and advise on contract documents with support from Risk Management, Legal, Finance, and other key internal stakeholders.
• Experience in negotiating Master Services Agreements (MSA) and Statement of Works (SOW).
• Develop strong supplier relationships to enhance effectiveness and value; facilitate supplier reviews and generate continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead and coordinate activities associated with the sourcing process, including but not limited to RFx preparation and execution, supplier response evaluations, project summaries / business case development, and supplier communications.
• Identify and implement savings opportunities, efficiencies, and process improvements.

Education & Experience :

About The ODP Corporation : The ODP Corporation (NASDAQ : ODP) is a leading provider of products and services through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores. Through its operating companies Office Depot, LLC; ODP Business Solutions, LLC; and Veyer, LLC, The ODP Corporation empowers every business, professional, and consumer to achieve more every day.

Disclaimer : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified. Other duties may be assigned.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule : The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization! You will be eligible to participate in an incentive program, paid in accordance with the Incentive Plan terms and conditions. For immediate consideration for this exciting position, please click the Apply Now button.

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Application Deadline : The job posting will remain open for a minimum of 3 days and will expire once the position has been filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity : The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

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