Technology Sourcing Lead

Crate and Barrel; Northbrook (IL); Remote; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home furnishings brand seeks a Technology Sourcing Lead to oversee procurement activities for technology contracts. The role involves negotiating agreements and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure cost efficiency and value creation. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in sourcing and strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and vendor management.
• Proficiency in sourcing and contract management software.
• Advanced knowledge of financial modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex negotiations and contract management for technology sourcing.
• Manage communication with stakeholders and ensure compliance.
• Analyze cost structures and optimize pricing strategies.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Cost analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field

Tools

Ironclad

Agiloft

Google Sheets

Job description

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings beauty and quality to the modern home. Together, we achieve. Associates across our business drive results, innovate, and inspire. Drawn together by our shared values and passion for our customers and our brands, we deliver home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced, and bring timeless style and function to people’s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is over 60 years in the making—and our story is still unfolding.

We’re here for it. We think you should be too. We’re looking for a driven professional with an inclusive mindset to join our team as a Technology Sourcing Lead.

This position is fully remote.

The Technology Sourcing Lead is a subject matter expert responsible for leading the sourcing and procurement activities of complex technology contracts, including software, hardware, and technology services. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders across the technology department to negotiate contracts, manage risks, and ensure optimal value and cost savings for the company. They will leverage their deep understanding of market trends and emerging technologies to drive technology sourcing decisions and secure long-term value with technology vendors.

A day in the life as a Technology Sourcing Lead…

• Lead complex negotiations, working directly with vendors to reach agreements on best in class terms, pricing, and service levels
• Execute contract redlines, incorporating feedback from multiple stakeholders and ensuring alignment with company interests
• Facilitate cross-functional contract review meetings, coordinating with all stakeholders to ensure compliance and accuracy
• Independently manages communication with stakeholders, ensuring alignment on contract strategy goals across multiple teams
• Lead the contract portfolio process by facilitating intake requests for technology sourcing support, assessing team bandwidth and assigning contracts, overseeing recurring reporting processes with tech stakeholders, and tracking the progress of completed contracts
• Oversee multiple contracts and sourcing initiatives, ensuring all tasks are completed on time without compromising quality
• Collaborate with legal and finance teams to ensure contract compliance with relevant regulations and policies
• Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices for technology sourcing and procurement

What you’ll bring to the table…

• Possess deep expertise in tech sourcing and procurement, encompassing software, hardware, and tech services
• Demonstrate exceptional problem solving and negotiation skills, particularly in complex technology deals, with a focus on risk mitigation and long-term value creation
• Exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills, effectively conveying complex information to senior leadership and cross-functional teams
• Analyze cost structures and benchmarking related to technology contracts, optimizing pricing strategies to achieve cost efficiency and alignment with business objectives
• Effectively collaborate with stakeholders across various departments, ensuring alignment on sourcing strategies and objectives
• Maintain a detail-oriented approach to contract review and risk assessment, identifying potential issues and ensuring alignment with business goals

We’d love to hear from you if you have…

• 7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and vendor management, with a focus on IT procurement
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business, supply chain management, or a related field
• Proficiency in sourcing and contract management software (e.g., Ironclad, Agiloft)
• Advanced knowledge of financial modeling tools, including Google Sheets
• CPSM, CIPS, or other relevant industry certifications are a plus

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Minimum Starting Rate: $105,000.00 AnnuallyUp to: $135,000.00 AnnuallyPay ranges will be adjusted upward as needed to comply with applicable state and local law. In addition to your salary, based on your role, associates may be eligible for other compensation including bonuses, sales incentives, and long term incentives.