Senior Manager, Global Category Sourcing - IT & Indirect

Global Data Centers Americas, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT Global Data Centers is seeking a Senior Manager, Global Category Sourcing - IT & Indirect to define and lead the worldwide sourcing strategy across IT and indirect spend. You will partner with IT, Finance, Legal, and operations, oversee supplier governance, drive value through cost transformation, and develop a high-performing sourcing team.

The role requires deep category expertise, strong negotiation skills, and proven ability to manage multi-region initiatives while ensuring compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field.
• MBA or CPSM/CIPS certification preferred.
• 10–15 years of procurement or sourcing experience across IT & indirect spend.

Responsibilities

• Define global category sourcing strategies for IT and indirect spend.
• Lead supplier negotiations and contract finalization to secure favorable terms.
• Partner with IT, Finance, Operations, and Legal to align strategies with business goals.
• Drive cost savings, supplier performance, and risk management through governance.
• Implement standardised procurement processes and data analytics across regions.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field

MBA or CPSM/CIPS certification preferred

Tools

SAP Ariba

Coupa

ERP integration

Job description

Make an impact at NTT Global Data Centers Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Your role at a glance

The Senior Manager, Global Category Sourcing - IT & Indirect is responsible for defining and leading the global sourcing strategy across IT and indirect spend categories.

This role drives enterprise-wide value creation through strategic sourcing, supplier optimization, and cost transformation initiatives while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

As a senior leader, this role oversees category strategy development, supplier governance, and risk management, while partnering closely with Finance, IT, Legal, and business stakeholders to deliver integrated and scalable sourcing solutions. The Senior Manager also leads and develops high-performing sourcing teams and ensures consistent application of procurement best practices across regions.

KEY REPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Sourcing & Category Leadership

• Develop, implement, and continuously refine global category sourcing strategies across IT and indirect spend categories (e.g., IT hardware/software, telecom, professional services, facilities).
• Align sourcing strategies with business objectives, long-term plans, and cost optimization targets.
• Lead high-value, complex sourcing initiatives, including supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and contract finalization.
• Identify and deliver cost-saving and value-creation opportunities while maintaining or improving service quality and supplier performance.
• Utilize data-driven analysis, benchmarking, and market intelligence to inform sourcing decisions and continuously refine category strategies.

Stakeholder & Supplier Management

• Partner with senior stakeholders (IT, Finance, Operations, Legal) to ensure alignment of sourcing strategies with business needs and priorities.
• Lead supplier negotiations to secure optimal commercial terms, pricing, and service levels.
• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers, driving performance management, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Facilitate effective communication between sourcing, procurement operations, and business units to resolve complex sourcing and supplier-related issues.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across global sourcing and supply chain activities, including supplier, financial, operational, and geopolitical risks.
• Develop and implement contingency plans to ensure business continuity for critical categories.
• Ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies, global sourcing standards, and regional regulatory requirements.
• Oversee internal and external audit activities related to sourcing and supplier management, ensuring transparency, accuracy, and timely resolution of issues.

Process Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Drive standardization and optimization of sourcing processes, tools, and methodologies across regions.
• Champion procurement transformation initiatives, including digital sourcing tools, automation, and data analytics capabilities.
• Monitor category performance through KPIs (e.g., savings, supplier performance, compliance, spend under management) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

People Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing global sourcing team, including Managers, Specialists, and Analysts.
• Establish clear performance expectations, provide ongoing coaching, and support career development and succession planning.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning within the sourcing organization.

KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES

• Deep expertise in strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationship management, particularly within IT and indirect spend categories.
• Strong commercial acumen with advanced negotiation and contract management skills.
• Ability to translate market intelligence and spend data into actionable sourcing strategies.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across global, cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-region sourcing initiatives and drive enterprise-wide impact.
• Strong understanding of procurement systems and tools (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa) and integration with ERP platforms.
• High level of integrity, governance mindset, and risk awareness.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• Preferred: MBA or professional certifications such as CPSM, CIPS, or equivalent.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

10-15 years of experience in procurement or sourcing, with significant focus on