Sr Manager, IT Global Strategic Sourcing

Insight Global; Florida; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Sr. Manager/Manager, Global Strategic Sourcing, IT to lead cross-brand IT procurement across hardware, software, telecom and professional services.

You will work daily with technology vendors and IT professionals from Carnival Corporation’s IT groups to align competing interests into holistic, value-driven solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in sourcing for IT hardware, software, cloud, cybersecurity, networking or related services.
• Ability to create strategic supplier partnerships and drive competitive advantage.
• Strong analytical, facilitation and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Source IT hardware, software, services and connectivity for cross-brand needs.
• Collaborate with Carnival IT departments and operating companies to optimize holistic solutions.
• Negotiate terms and conditions to align with corporate policies and savings goals.
• Interface with Sr. Executives and stakeholders to communicate strategy and progress.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Vendor management

IT procurement

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Tools

Contract terms negotiation

Job description

Job Description

The Sr. Manager or Manager, Global Strategic Sourcing, IT role will be responsible for sourcing related

activities in connection with the cross-brand procurement of information technology related products and

services including Hardware, Software, Telecommunication Services, and Professional Services. This

position is responsible for working on a daily basis with technology vendors and with technology

professionals from all Carnival Corporation IT departments (including the operating companies.) This

individual must be able to effectively manage the sometimes competing interests of the operating

companies towards a holistic solution which will benefit the organization as a whole.

Skills and Requirements

Experience in sourcing/purchasing for innovation-based and/or complex environments. Experience/Knowledge in one or more, IT related disciplines: Cloud/Cybersecurity/Network/Hardware/Connectivity, etc. Demonstrated ability to create strategic supplier partnerships that create a competitive advantage for the corporation. Expertise in conducting complex analyses and distilling into a clear, concise business allocation. Strong facilitation and project management skills. Strong ability to interface with stakeholders at all levels including Sr. Executives. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Solid understanding of Information Technology ecosystems and products. Ability to negotiate and optimize commercial terms. Strong understanding of best practices with respect to technology related contract terms and conditions.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].