IT Sourcing Manager

DSJ Global; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DSJ Global is seeking an Indirect Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing initiatives across IT and facilities services within a multinational organization. You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive cost optimization while balancing quality and risk.

This role partners closely with internal stakeholders and the central indirect procurement function to align with global strategies, monitor performance, enforce compliance, and deliver measurable savings across regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 8+ years of category management, sourcing strategy, supplier management, and contract negotiation
• 4+ years in indirect procurement, IT exposure

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies for indirect goods and services across IT and facilities.
• Lead supplier negotiations to achieve optimal terms while balancing risk and service levels.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to build an annual pipeline of sourcing initiatives.
• Deliver cost savings through strategic sourcing and supplier consolidation.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and governance.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Supplier management

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical

Cost optimization

Stakeholder influence

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Procurement platforms

ERP systems (e-sourcing tools)

Job description

The Indirect Sourcing Manager is responsible for leading sourcing initiatives, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and driving cost optimization efforts across IT-related categories within a multinational organization. This role partners closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to enhance procurement performance across IT and facilities services. Success in this role requires strong cross-functional collaboration skills and the ability to influence decision-making across multiple business units.

The position operates in alignment with global procurement strategies and leadership guidance from the organization's central indirect procurement function.

Key Responsibilities

Category Strategy & Execution

• Develop and execute category strategies for indirect goods and services, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives related to cost, quality, and supplier performance.
• Support sourcing strategy development across IT and other indirect categories using a structured sourcing methodology.
• Perform market analysis to identify trends, risks, and optimization opportunities within key spend areas.
• Establish and maintain strong supplier partnerships to secure favorable pricing, service levels, and supply continuity.

Contract Negotiation & Management

• Lead supplier negotiations to achieve optimal commercial terms while balancing quality, service, and risk considerations.
• Ensure contracts are comprehensive, compliant, and designed to support long-term business needs.
• Monitor supplier adherence to contractual agreements in partnership with internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate implementation of enterprise-wide supplier agreements across regional business units.

Procurement Project Management

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to identify procurement needs and build an annual pipeline of sourcing initiatives aligned with business priorities.
• Track project status and maintain accurate reporting of sourcing activities.
• Align stakeholders across IT, Finance, Legal, Supply Chain, and business teams to drive timely decision-making and execution.

Cost Optimization Initiatives

• Deliver cost savings through strategic sourcing, supplier consolidation, and operational efficiencies.
• Measure and report savings performance against annual targets.
• Contribute to cost-reduction workshops and continuous improvement efforts.
• Partner with suppliers and internal teams to identify ongoing savings opportunities while maintaining service and quality standards.
• Support enterprise-level procurement initiatives led by global teams.

Process Compliance & Governance

• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Support implementation and adoption of procurement systems and tools.
• Maintain proper documentation to ensure audit readiness and traceability.
• Enforce supplier compliance with ethical, legal, and corporate responsibility standards.
• Monitor supplier performance against agreed service and quality metrics.
• Implement performance scorecards and conduct regular business reviews with key suppliers.
• Identify supply risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure continuity.

Core Competencies

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance
• Results-driven with strong execution capabilities
• Skilled negotiator with strong commercial acumen
• Data-driven decision maker with analytical capabilities
• Collaborative team player with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
• 8+ years of experience in category management, sourcing strategy, supplier management, and contract negotiation
• 4+ years of experience in indirect procurement, ideally with exposure to IT categories
• Familiarity with procurement platforms and ERP systems (e.g., e-sourcing tools)
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities related to cost savings and sourcing performance
• Knowledge of procurement compliance, governance frameworks, and supplier risk management
• Excellent organizational, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills