Sourcing Lead - IT

Davita Inc.; Saint Louis Park (MN); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider seeks a Supply Leader - IT to support sourcing strategies across various technology categories. The role focuses on cost efficiency, supplier performance, and stakeholder collaboration. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree and a background in indirect sourcing, particularly in IT procurement, are encouraged to apply for this dynamic opportunity.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off including volunteer time

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in indirect sourcing with emphasis on IT procurement.
• In-depth understanding of software licensing models like SaaS and subscription.
• Experience leading sourcing initiatives in a cross-functional organization.

Responsibilities

• Support global sourcing strategies for IT categories.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive sourcing excellence.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Sourcing tools

Spend analytics

Job description

We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

As a Supply Leader - IT you will Support global indirect sourcing strategies across key technology categories, including software, telecom, cloud hosting, and IT hardware. Global spend for IT is over $42 million and you will play a critical role in driving cost efficiency, improving supplier performance, and building a high-performing global supply base.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Support global sourcing strategies for IT categories, aligning with business goals and managing significant global spend.
• Collaborate with senior functional leaders to drive initiatives that improve cost efficiency, service quality, and supplier capabilities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to support sourcing goals and business alignment.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, reduce risk, and improve supply chain performance.
• Conduct supplier evaluations, leverage industry cost models, and negotiate favorable agreements that align with company objectives.
• Drive sourcing excellence through RFx processes, contract negotiations, and ongoing contract management to ensure compliance and value realization.
• Educate internal stakeholders on sourcing practices and collaborate cross-functionally to align procurement strategies with business needs.
• Stay informed on market trends and emerging technologies to proactively adjust sourcing strategies.
• Support supplier governance and lead performance management to achieve year-over-year improvements.

YOU HAVE:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in indirect sourcing, with a strong emphasis on IT procurement is preferred.
• Experience leading sourcing initiatives within a matrixed, cross-functional organization.
• In-depth understanding of software licensing models (SaaS, perpetual, subscription) and IT services procurement.
• Skilled in negotiating complex technology agreements, including software, integration, and consulting services.
• Proficient in sourcing tools and spend analytics.
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and manage supplier relationships.

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

  • nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.

  • Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We're known for being:

  • Innovative & adaptable

  • Dedicated to absolute integrity

  • Focused on the customer first

  • Respectful and team oriented

  • Optimistic and energizing

  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Pay Transparency

nVent's pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee's work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.

Compensation Range:

$76,000.00 - $141,100.00

Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.

• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match.

• Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other's authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

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