Sourcing Operations Manager

Socket.dev; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 136,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Google in Chicago is seeking a senior sourcing professional to lead end-to-end procurement for goods and services, partnering with internal stakeholders to define requirements in a high-velocity environment.

You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate agreements, and drive cost savings while ensuring contract compliance and alignment with Google standards, with a strong emphasis on velocity, security, and scale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Experience applying sourcing principles across supplier lifecycle from identification to contract.
• Experience negotiating agreements and developing cost-saving strategies.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and contract compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support collaboration with internal stakeholders to understand sourcing requirements and strategies.
• Manage sourcing processes for goods or services, including supplier identification, RFx, negotiations, and contract execution.
• Identify and engage with external vendors or service providers to manage specific sourcing functions and oversee outsourced functions.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, including performance evaluations and issue resolution.
• Support cost-saving opportunities and negotiation strategies with outsourced partners.

Skills

Sourcing expertise

Contract negotiation

Supplier relationship management

End-to-end sourcing process

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

eSourcing platforms

Contract management systems

Spend analysis tools

Job description

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Finance, Business, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, focusing on end-to-end sourcing processes for goods and services.
• Experience applying sourcing principles, methodologies, and practices to manage the complete lifecycle from supplier identification through contract execution.
• Experience negotiating agreements, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and developing negotiation strategies.
• Experience managing supplier relationships, including performance evaluation, contract compliance, and issue resolution.

Preferred qualifications:

• Advanced degree or certifications in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or related field.
• Experience in managing outsourced sourcing functions or tasks, and overseeing and managing the performance of outsourced functions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and quality standards.
• Proficiency in using sourcing tools and software, such as eSourcing platforms, contract management systems, and spend analysis tools.
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to sourcing operations, and experience in ensuring compliance with these requirements in sourcing activities.
• Familiarity with industry best practices and emerging trends in sourcing, and ability to implement these practices to optimize sourcing operations.

About the job:

In the Google Procurement Organization (GPO), our aim is to unlock value for Google to reinvest in what matters most. We do this by bringing velocity, efficiency, and security to buying at Google, while partnering deeply across Google to deliver solutions fit for purpose. As a centralized organization operating in a high complexity environment, we bring \"one voice\" to stakeholders and suppliers to ensure the best outcomes. Our organization fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation while providing opportunities for ongoing career growth and development.

Within the Google Procurement Organization, the Commercial Operations team is responsible for providing scaled operations support and bringing excellence to Google-wide sourcing, supplier, and contract management.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $136000 - $196000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities:

• Support collaboration with internal stakeholders to understand sourcing requirements and strategies.
• Manage sourcing processes for goods or services, including supplier identification, RFx creation, negotiations, and contract execution.
• Identify and engage with external vendors or service providers to manage specific sourcing functions or tasks; and oversee and manage the performance of outsourced functions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and quality standards.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, including performance evaluations, contract compliance, and issue resolution.
• Support identification of cost-saving opportunities and negotiation strategies in collaboration with outsourced partners and support negotiations with suppliers to achieve favorable terms and pricing.