Overview
Our Client, a Software company, is looking for a Strategic Sourcing Partner I for their San Francisco, CA location.
Responsibilities
- Direct and implement software related supplier-sourcing strategies to ensure high quality, on time delivery, and cost competitiveness.
- Good understanding of business contract law, and experience with negotiating contracts for the licensing of software; both SaaS and conventional.
- Documented results with implementing standard procurement best practices, building strong relationships with internal customers and suppliers, and consulting on procurement best practices for cross-functional project teams.
- Utilize RFI (Request for Information), RFP (Request for Proposal), and RFQ (Request for Quote) techniques to identify, select, and engage with suppliers to ensure competitive market advantage.
- Implement proactive procurement philosophies, strategies, policies, procedures, and systems.
- Implement integration efforts related M&A activity for software categories
- Influence cross-functional organizations while enhancing strong internal relationships in order to meet business requirements and cost objectives.
- Responsible for supplier management within the software category with objective to monitor and improve supplier performance where applicable.
Requirements
Purchasing background, General Supplier Knowledge - Industry, Client Technology, Coupa or purchase toolsTeachable skills : Tools - S360, Coupa, SlackWhy Should You Apply?
Health BenefitsReferral ProgramExcellent growth and advancement opportunitiesAs an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability status, political affiliation, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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