Strategic Tech Sourcing Lead: Transform & Optimize

Intuit, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuit, Inc. is seeking a Staff Strategic Sourcing Manager to drive complex sourcing across software, hardware, data, AI, SaaS, and telecom. You will develop and execute sourcing strategies, manage RFPs and vendor negotiations, and lead cross-functional teams.

The role requires 5–10 years of tech sourcing, ERP and Source-to-Pay experience, and a track record of cost optimization and risk mitigation. The base pay ranges reflect market readiness for San Diego and Mountain View locations.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of strategic sourcing experience in technology
• Experience with ERP and Source-to-Pay tools
• Proven ability to negotiate with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience developing and presenting business cases and sourcing strategies for optimizing technology spend
• Experience in contract development and management for both software and hardware
• Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines and diverse stakeholders
• Experience negotiating with global vendors
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Proactively lead and manage strategic sourcing initiatives supporting our IT organization
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies supporting business transformation
• Drive end-to-end sourcing, including complex negotiations with technology partners
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Maintain high ethical standards in all sourcing activities
• Stay informed on industry innovations in both software and hardware domains to drive advancements
• Evaluate and recommend strategic opportunities to leadership, considering industry trends for specific spend categories
• Conduct opportunity assessments independently or with analyst support

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Vendor management

Tools

ERP systems

Source-to-Pay

Contract management

RFP management

Job description

Intuit, Inc. is seeking a Staff Strategic Sourcing Manager to drive complex sourcing across software, hardware, data, AI, SaaS, and telecom. You will develop and execute sourcing strategies, manage RFPs and vendor negotiations, and lead cross-functional teams.

The role requires 5–10 years of tech sourcing, ERP and Source-to-Pay experience, and a track record of cost optimization and risk mitigation. The base pay ranges reflect market readiness for San Diego and Mountain View locations.