Global Tech Sourcing Strategist (Software & Cloud)

MiniMed; Madrid; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MiniMed is seeking a Senior Strategic Sourcing & Technology Procurement professional in Madrid to lead global sourcing initiatives across software, SaaS, cloud, cybersecurity, and related services. You’ll independently manage projects from intake to onboarding, drive RFIs/RFPs, and negotiate terms to optimize cost, service, and risk.

You will partner with Technology Category Managers, Legal, Privacy, and Finance to deliver category strategies, supplier governance, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Information Technology, Finance, Operations, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, category management, technology contracting, supplier management, or related disciplines.
• Proven experience sourcing technology products and services including software, SaaS, cloud solutions, managed services, cybersecurity, infrastructure, outsourcing, and technology consulting services.
• Demonstrated success leading sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and complex contracting activities.
• Strong understanding of software licensing models, SaaS commercial structures, cloud consumption models, and technology contracting practices.
• Strong commercial acumen with ability to evaluate supplier proposals, negotiate favorable terms, and manage supplier relationships.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, stakeholder coordination, execution, and timeline management.
• Excellent analytical, communication, negotiation, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently across regions and time zones with strong English communication.

Responsibilities

• Support global sourcing initiatives across software, SaaS, cloud, infrastructure, cybersecurity, telecom, AI, and consulting categories.
• Independently manage sourcing projects from intake to supplier onboarding, including RFIs, RFPs, and supplier evaluations.
• Conduct commercial negotiations and support supplier selection to optimize cost, service, quality, and risk.
• Partner with Technology Category Managers to execute category strategies and procurement objectives.
• Serve as primary sourcing contact for assigned stakeholders and projects.
• Identify opportunities to standardize services, consolidate suppliers, and drive value across the portfolio.
• Provide market intelligence and licensing guidance to support sourcing decisions.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Procurement

Category management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

English communication

Project management

Technology contracting

Vendor relations

Global sourcing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, IT, Finance, Operations

Tools

SAP Ariba

Coupa

ServiceNow

Job description

MiniMed is seeking a Senior Strategic Sourcing & Technology Procurement professional in Madrid to lead global sourcing initiatives across software, SaaS, cloud, cybersecurity, and related services. You’ll independently manage projects from intake to onboarding, drive RFIs/RFPs, and negotiate terms to optimize cost, service, and risk.

You will partner with Technology Category Managers, Legal, Privacy, and Finance to deliver category strategies, supplier governance, and continuous improvement