Sourcing IT

Chain IQ Group AG; Berlin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Chain IQ Group AG in Berlin, Germany is seeking a Strategic Sourcer IT to lead complex IT sourcing initiatives for multinational clients. You will develop and execute sourcing strategies, conduct market analysis, and drive negotiations that deliver measurable value across IT categories.

Fluency in English and German, a strong track record in IT procurement, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, international environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Procurement, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of strategic sourcing and procurement experience.
• Strong experience in one or more IT categories such as Software, Cloud, Infrastructure, Telecom, Hardware, or IT Services.
• Proven track record negotiating complex and high-value IT contracts.
• Knowledge of software licensing, cloud commercial models, and IT outsourcing agreements.
• Strong analytical, commercial, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders in an international environment.
• Familiarity with e-sourcing platforms and procurement technologies.
• Business fluency in English and German.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives across multiple IT categories and clients.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that maximize commercial value and mitigate risk.
• Manage competitive RFx processes using digital sourcing tools.
• Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and cost modeling to support sourcing decisions.
• Negotiate commercial, contractual, and service terms with suppliers.
• Identify cost optimization opportunities and deliver measurable savings.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior client stakeholders and suppliers.
• Assess supplier capabilities and support vendor selection decisions.
• Monitor market trends, licensing models, and technology developments impacting sourcing strategies.
• Support knowledge sharing, continuous improvement initiatives, and development of junior team members.

Skills

Strategic sourcing IT

Stakeholder management

Cost analysis

Contract negotiations

Sourcing analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Procurement/IT

Tools

e-sourcing platforms

Procurement technologies

Job description

At Chain IQ, your ideas move fast.
Chain IQ is a global AI-powered leader in indirect procurement, headquartered in Baar, Switzerland, with operations across major delivery centers and 26 offices worldwide. We provide tailored, end-to-end procurement solutions that enable transformation, drive scalability, and deliver substantial reductions in our clients' indirect spend. Our culture is built on innovation, entrepreneurship, ownership, and impact. Here, your voice matters, bold thinking is encouraged, and action follows ambition.

At Chain IQ, your ideas move fast.
Chain IQ is a global AI-powered leader in indirect procurement, headquartered in Baar, Switzerland, with operations across major delivery centers and 26 offices worldwide. We provide tailored, end-to-end procurement solutions that enable transformation, drive scalability, and deliver substantial reductions in our clients' indirect spend. Our culture is built on innovation, entrepreneurship, ownership, and impact. Here, your voice matters, bold thinking is encouraged, and action follows ambition.

To learn more about Chain IQ, our services, and the clients we support around the world, please visit our website at https://chainiq.com/about-us/.

Role Purpose

As a Strategic Sourcer IT, you will lead complex sourcing initiatives across a broad range of IT categories for multinational clients. You will act as a trusted advisor, helping clients achieve commercial value, manage risk, and optimize supplier relationships. The role requires independent management of multiple sourcing projects in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with senior stakeholders. You will develop and execute sourcing strategies, lead negotiations, and drive continuous improvement across procurement processes. This position plays a key role in delivering measurable business impact for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives across multiple IT categories and clients.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that maximize commercial value and mitigate risk.
• Manage competitive RFx processes using digital sourcing tools.
• Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and cost modeling to support sourcing decisions.
• Negotiate commercial, contractual, and service terms with suppliers.
• Identify cost optimization opportunities and deliver measurable savings.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior client stakeholders and suppliers.
• Assess supplier capabilities and support vendor selection decisions.
• Monitor market trends, licensing models, and technology developments impacting sourcing strategies.
• Support knowledge sharing, continuous improvement initiatives, and development of junior team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Procurement, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of strategic sourcing and procurement experience.
• Strong experience in one or more IT categories such as Software, Cloud, Infrastructure, Telecom, Hardware, or IT Services.
• Proven track record negotiating complex and high-value IT contracts.
• Knowledge of software licensing, cloud commercial models, and IT outsourcing agreements.
• Strong analytical, commercial, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders in an international environment.
• Familiarity with e-sourcing platforms and procurement technologies.
• Business fluency in English and German.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results under pressure.

Join a truly global team.

We offer a dynamic and international environment where high performance meets real purpose. We're proud to be Great Place to Work-certified and even prouder of the people who make that possible. Let’s shape the future of procurement - together.

Chain IQ - Create. Lead. Make an impact.

Join a truly global team.

We offer a dynamic and international environment where high performance meets real purpose. We're proud to be Great Place to Work-certified and even prouder of the people who make that possible. Let’s shape the future of procurement - together.