Global Strategic Sourcing Manager – IT (Temp)

Independent Recruiters; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Recruiters Flex seeks a Global Strategic Sourcing Manager – IT (Temp) for an international organization. You will lead IT category strategies across software, SaaS, cloud, infrastructure and IT services, and manage a global IT spend up to €100M from Amsterdam with a 75% on-site hybrid model.

This role emphasizes high‑level negotiations with technology suppliers, senior stakeholder engagement and delivering meaningful cost savings and procurement value across multiple European

Qualifications

• 6+ years of strategic sourcing experience in IT or technology categories.
• Proven experience negotiating complex, enterprise-level agreements with global suppliers.
• Strong understanding of software licensing, SaaS, cloud models, infrastructure and IT services.
• Track record of delivering cost savings and procurement value.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead global IT category strategies across software, SaaS, cloud, infrastructure and IT services.
• Manage a global IT spend portfolio up to €100M and drive cost savings.
• Lead complex negotiations with global technology suppliers and strategic partners.
• Build relationships with senior stakeholders and suppliers to align with business priorities.
• Drive supplier performance, contract compliance, risk management and procurement improvements.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Job description

Beschrijving

Responsibilities Global Strategic Sourcing Manager – IT (Temp)

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead global IT category strategies across software, SaaS, cloud, infrastructure, cybersecurity and IT services.
• Manage a global IT spend portfolio of up to €100M, driving cost savings, cash improvements and TCO optimization.
• Lead complex, high-value commercial negotiations with global technology suppliers and strategic partners.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and strategic suppliers, ensuring alignment with business and technology priorities.
• Drive supplier performance, contract compliance, risk management and continuous procurement improvements.

Requirements

Requirements Global Strategic Sourcing Manager – IT (Temp)

• 6+ years of strategic sourcing and procurement experience within IT or technology categories.
• Proven experience managing global technology suppliers and negotiating complex, enterprise-level agreements.
• Strong understanding of software licensing, SaaS, cloud commercial models, infrastructure and IT services.
• Demonstrable track record of delivering significant cost savings, cash improvements and procurement value.
• Excellent commercial, negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders in a complex global environment.

Salaris

The offer Global Strategic Sourcing Manager – IT (Temp)

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a high-impact procurement position within an international organization, combining strategic responsibility with the flexibility of a temporary employment contract.

What you can expect:

• A gross monthly salary between €5,000 and €8,000, based on a 40‑hour working week, excluding any applicable bonuses or additional allowances;
• A temporary employment contract through Independent Recruiters Flex, and the possibility of extension;
• A full‑time position of 40 hours per week, based in Amsterdam, with a hybrid working arrangement requiring approximately 75% on‑site presence;
• An international working environment with significant responsibility, exposure to European procurement operations, and opportunities to collaborate with stakeholders across multiple countries;
• An opportunity to start as soon as possible and make a direct contribution to procurement performance, strategic supplier partnerships, and sustainability initiatives.

We look forward to receiving your application. Please note that this position is available exclusively through a temporary employment contract and is not open to freelance or self‑employed professionals.

What happens next?

Within four working days, we will inform you whether you are eligible for the position. We will schedule an introductory meeting, either digital or in person. During this meeting, we will inform you as fully as possible about the vacancy, the company, and the next steps in the procedure. In consultation with you, we will introduce you to our client and then continue to guide you through the application process.