Senior Indirect Sourcing Specialist

Hive + Co; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hive + Co. is seeking a Senior Indirect Sourcing Specialist to partner with technology and business leaders, shaping innovative procurement strategies and driving cost optimization across the organization.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, complex contract negotiations, and governance of MSAs, SOWs, and licensing agreements to deliver enterprise-wide value and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Technology, or related field; equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of progressive indirect sourcing experience, strategic procurement, or vendor management.
• Experience managing complex, high-value technology contracts and vendor relationships.
• Proven track record leading strategic sourcing initiatives with measurable business impact.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to senior technology and business leaders, translating needs into sourcing strategies.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration across IT, legal, finance, and business stakeholders.
• Lead negotiations for enterprise-wide agreements including MSAs, SOWs, licensing agreements, and IP arrangements.
• Manage the complete contract lifecycle for strategic vendor relationships, ensuring compliance and value realization.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to sourcing teams and partners.
• Present complex sourcing strategies to senior management and train stakeholders on procurement processes.

Skills

Indirect procurement

Technology sourcing

Negotiation

Executive stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional collaboration

Contract management

SOWs/MSAs

Legal/contract interpretation

Vendor relationship management

Strategic sourcing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance/Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP systems

PeopleSoft

Basware

Ivanti

Contract lifecycle tools

Job description

The Senior Indirect Sourcing Specialist serves as a strategic partner responsible for developing and executing comprehensive sourcing strategies for technology-related goods and services across the organization. This senior-level role involves leading complex supplier relationships, negotiating enterprise-wide contracts, driving innovation in procurement practices, and providing strategic counsel to technology and business leaders while ensuring cost optimization and organizational compliance.

A few items to highlight

• Candidate needs to have both indirect procurement experience as well as technology sourcing experience. Candidate could potentially have a sales background selling software. A legal background could also be useful, someone who can read and interpret software license agreements, etc.
• Organizational and time managements skills are key
• Contract negotiating

Job Accountabilities

• Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to senior technology and business leaders, translating complex business needs into innovative sourcing strategies that support organizational objectives and technology roadmaps.
• Lead and facilitate cross-functional collaboration across IT, legal, finance, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment on requirements, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies. Serve as primary liaison on cross-functional teams.
• Lead negotiations for enterprise-wide agreements, securing favorable terms, pricing structures, and service levels. Negotiate and manage sophisticated contract structures, including Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), licensing agreements, and intellectual property arrangements.
• Exercise independent judgment and authority to analyze and resolve complex matters impacting the department and broader organization, including vendor disputes, contract conflicts, and strategic sourcing decisions.
• Set priorities and evaluate procurement outcomes across multiple concurrent initiatives, making recommendations that influence departmental strategy. Influence and shape procurement policies and practices through collaboration with executive leadership.
• Manage the complete contract lifecycle for strategic vendor relationships, ensuring compliance, performance optimization, and value realization. Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendor partners at executive levels.
• Conduct comprehensive market research, competitive analyses, and lead RFP/RFI processes for strategic technology purchases. Assess market trends, emerging technologies, and supplier capabilities to proactively identify risks and cost‑saving opportunities.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and guidance to sourcing team members and cross-functional partners. May supervise and coordinate activities of procurement staff or project teams. Determine methods and procedures for new sourcing initiatives.
• Present complex sourcing strategies and recommendations to senior management and executive stakeholders. Conduct training sessions for internal stakeholders on procurement processes, policies, and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement in sourcing practices, introducing innovative approaches and tools. Structure innovative procurement solutions for complex technology acquisitions while maintaining or improving quality and service levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Technology, or related field; Equivalent combination of education and experience
• 8+ years of progressive indirect sourcing experience, strategic procurement, or vendor management
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, high-value technology contracts and vendor relationships
• Proven track record of leading strategic sourcing initiatives with measurable business impact
• Experience influencing senior leadership and driving organizational change
• History of resolving complex procurement challenges and mitigating organizational risks
• Wide-ranging experience and specialized knowledge in technology sourcing concepts, principles, and procedures
• Comprehensive understanding of procurement best practices, contract law, and vendor management frameworks
• Deep knowledge of technology market dynamics, emerging trends, and supplier ecosystems
• Expert-level negotiation and contract management capabilities for complex, multi‑faced agreements
• Demonstrate creativity and ingenuity in developing procurement solutions and resolving complex challenges
• Strategic thinker with proven ability to translate business needs into actionable sourcing strategies
• Advanced analytical capabilities with attention to detail and data‑driven decision making
• Ability to assess and communicate complex information to diverse stakeholders
• Exceptional communication and executive‑level stakeholder engagement abilities
• Proven ability to influence decisions and shape organizational practices
• Experience coaching, mentoring, or supervising team members
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills for cross‑functional and senior audiences
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook)
• Experience with collaboration platforms (Teams, Slack, etc.)
• Familiarity with procurement tools and ERP systems
• Experience with specialized software highly desired: PeopleSoft, Basware, Ivanti, contract and vendor management systems
• Proficiency in sourcing platforms and contract lifecycle management tools
• Comprehensive understanding of corporate technology landscape and digital transformation trends
• Knowledge of intellectual property licensing and complex procurement structures
• Understanding of financial analysis, total cost of ownership, and value creation models
• Resolving complex contractual and vendor relationship issues

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