Technology Strategic Sourcing Manager

Bentley Systems; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure software company is seeking a Technology Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead procurement activities. The role involves developing strategies, managing teams, and ensuring compliance while driving efficiency and cost savings. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of relevant experience, particularly in technology procurement. This position allows for flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in technology procurement with a focus on strategic sourcing.
• Proven experience managing cross-functional projects.
• Strong understanding of procurement technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategy for the Business-Led Buying CoE.
• Design and implement standardized procurement processes.
• Establish and track KPIs for CoE initiatives.

Skills

Negotiating complex software agreements

Analytical skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Training program development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

ERP Systems

E-sourcing

Procure-to-Pay (P2P)

Job description

Overview

Technology Strategic Sourcing Manager

The Technology Strategic Sourcing Manager will be responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of best practices, processes, and strategies related to business-led purchasing and procurement activities at Bentley Systems. This role will focus on empowering our alignment models to effectively manage their buying needs while ensuring alignment with overarching organizational goals, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy & Planning
  • Work with Director to develop and implement the overall strategy and roadmap for the Business-Led Buying CoE, aligning with Bentley’s strategic procurement objectives and broader business goals.
  • Identify opportunities to bring more spend categories under the CoE's management, driving efficiency and cost savings.
• Process Management & Standardization
  • Design and implement standardized processes, policies, and guidelines for business-led buying, ensuring consistency and best practices across the organization.
  • Act as the subject matter expert for procurement technologies and systems (e.g., e-sourcing, Procure-to-Pay), overseeing system performance and supporting implementation initiatives.
  • Collaborate with alignment models to understand their specific buying needs and adapt CoE processes to meet those needs while maintaining overall coherence.
• Training & Development
  • Develop and deliver training programs and resources to enhance alignment models procurement skills and knowledge, promoting self-sufficiency and best practices.
  • Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Performance Management & Reporting
  • Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness and impact of the CoE's initiatives, demonstrating tangible value and ROI.
  • Provide regular reports and insights to Director on CoE performance and progress.
• Collaboration
  • Build strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring their needs are met and gaining buy-in for CoE initiatives.
  • Work closely with Finance, IT, and other relevant teams to foster collaboration and seamless integration of processes.
• Risk Management & Compliance
  • Develop and maintain the sourcing policy and approval matrix, ensuring compliance with internal risk policies and external legal requirements.
  • Identify and mitigate risks associated with business-led buying activities.
• Leadership & Team Management
  • Manage and lead a team of CoE resources, fostering a high-performing and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 5-7 years of experience in technoology procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or a related field, with a focus on strategic sourcing and process improvement.
• Proven experience in managing cross-functional projects and driving change within an organization.
• Demonstrated expertise in negotiating complex, high-value Software, SaaS, and Cloud agreements.
• Strong understanding of procurement technologies and AI optimization (e.g., ERP, e-sourcing, P2P).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in developing and delivering training programs is a plus.

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About Bentley Systems

Around the world, infrastructure professionals rely on software from Bentley Systems to help them design, build, and operate better and more resilient infrastructure for transportation, water, energy, cities, and more. Founded in 1984 by engineers for engineers, Bentley is the partner of choice for engineering firms and owner-operators worldwide, with software that spans engineering disciplines, industry sectors, and all phases of the infrastructure lifecycle. Through our digital twin solutions, we help infrastructure professionals unlock the value of their data to transform project delivery and asset performance. www.bentley.com

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Bentley is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers for employment all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, religion/belief, national origin, caste, age, or any other characteristic protected by local law or unrelated to job qualifications.