Strat Sourcing Spec- Technology & Digital Services

USA-MiniMed Distribution Corp. 1018; Madrid; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MiniMed Distribution Corp. is seeking a strategic sourcing leader to drive software, cloud, cybersecurity, and infrastructure procurement across North America, Europe, and additional regions.

This role partners with Technology Category Managers and business stakeholders to optimize cost, risk, and supplier performance. Responsibilities include RFIs/RFPs, contract negotiations, and supplier onboarding, with a focus on standardizing services, driving value, and enabling digital transformation

Qualifications

• Experience with software licensing, SaaS and cloud contracts.
• Experience negotiating MSAs, SOWs, and renewals.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Category Management: lead global sourcing across software, cloud, cybersecurity, and related tech services.
• Contracting & Supplier Management: negotiate software agreements, MSAs, and renewals; ensure governance and risk controls.
• Technology Operations & Digital Enablement Support: support sourcing for enterprise apps, cloud, and security solutions.
• TSA Exit & Global Expansion Support: assist with supplier onboarding and implementation for new operating environments.
• Procurement Transformation: support governance, process improvements, and adoption of procurement tech.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Category Management

RFIs/RFPs

Negotiation

Tools

MS Excel

Contract Management Systems

ERP Systems

Job description

At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.

This role partners closely with Technology Category Managers, Digital Technology leadership, and business stakeholders across multiple regions while independently managing sourcing projects, supplier relationships, and procurement initiatives.

In addition, this individual will serve as a key sourcing partner supporting Digital Technology teams across North America, Europe, and other international regions, providing commercial guidance, supplier recommendations, negotiation support, and market intelligence across a broad portfolio of technology and digital services

Primary Areas of Responsibility

• Software & SaaS Solutions
• Cloud Services & Infrastructure
• Cybersecurity Solutions & Services
• Telecommunications & Network Services
• Enterprise Applications & Platforms
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Emerging Technologies
• Managed Services & IT Outsourcing
• IT Consulting & Professional Services
• Data, Analytics & Digital Transformation Services
• End User Computing & Workplace Technology Solutions

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

  • Support global sourcing initiatives across software, SaaS, cloud solutions, infrastructure, cybersecurity, telecommunications, AI solutions, managed services, digital transformation, and technology consulting categories.
  • Independently manage sourcing projects from intake through supplier selection, contract execution, implementation, and supplier onboarding.
  • Lead RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, supplier evaluations, market assessments, and competitive sourcing events.
  • Conduct commercial negotiations and support supplier selection decisions that optimize cost, service, quality, scalability, and risk outcomes.
  • Partner closely with Technology Category Managers to execute category strategies and procurement objectives.
  • Serve as the primary sourcing point of contact for assigned technology stakeholders and sourcing projects.
  • Identify opportunities to standardize services, optimize costs, consolidate suppliers, and drive value creation across the technology portfolio.
  • Provide market intelligence, commercial recommendations, licensing guidance, and supplier insights to support sourcing decisions

• Contracting & Supplier Management

  • Negotiate and manage software agreements, SaaS subscriptions, cloud agreements, Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), amendments, renewals, and outsourcing agreements.
  • Support supplier governance, supplier performance management, contract compliance, and risk management activities.
  • Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships while driving accountability for service levels, performance expectations, and contractual commitments.
  • Collaborate with Legal, Privacy, Cybersecurity, Finance, PMO, Quality, and business stakeholders throughout the contracting lifecycle.
  • Support supplier risk assessments, renewal strategies, audit reviews, and issue resolution activities

• Technology Operations & Digital Enablement Support

  • Support sourcing and supplier management activities related to enterprise applications, infrastructure services, cloud platforms, cybersecurity solutions, collaboration technologies, and digital transformation initiatives.
  • Partner with Digital Technology, Information Security, PMO, and business leaders to support operational continuity and strategic technology initiatives.
  • Support sourcing activities for software licensing, cloud consumption, managed services, application support, infrastructure modernization, and emerging technology solutions.
  • Assist stakeholders in evaluating technology suppliers, implementation partners, and strategic solution providers.

• TSA Exit & Global Expansion Support

  • Support TSA exit initiatives through sourcing, contracting, supplier onboarding, and implementation of replacement technologies and services required for MiniMed's standalone operating environment.
  • Lead or support supplier transition activities while maintaining business continuity and minimizing operational risk.
  • Support Day 2 country onboarding activities, including supplier identification, sourcing events, contract execution, implementation planning, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Coordinate supplier onboarding, transition planning, and implementation activities supporting country launches and operational readiness.

• Procurement Transformation

  • Support procurement transformation initiatives, governance programs, process improvements, and procurement technology implementations.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of sourcing processes, procurement policies, and governance frameworks.
  • Support adoption and optimization of procurement systems, digital sourcing tools, and supplier management platforms.
  • Help develop scalable procurement capabilities su