VP Technology Procurement

MSG Entertainment Holdings, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

MSG Entertainment is seeking a Vice President of Technology Procurement to drive enterprise-wide sourcing strategy across MSG Entertainment, MSG Sports, and Sphere. You will lead a high-performing procurement team, partner with C-suite leaders, and shape how the organization invests in technology to unlock value beyond cost efficiency.

You will balance fiscal stewardship with innovation, optimize vendor portfolios, and deliver measurable business outcomes while maintaining strong stakeholder

Qualifications

• Progressive procurement experience with a focus on technology/IT sourcing at enterprise scale.
• Leadership experience building high-performing teams (10+ years).
• Experience negotiating complex technology agreements (enterprise software, cloud, telecom, SaaS).
• Ability to influence C-suite and senior business leaders on technology strategy.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a multi-year technology procurement strategy across MSG entities.
• Serve as SME on technology markets, vendor landscapes, and sourcing best practices.
• Architect and govern a strategic supplier management program for technology partners.
• Lead high-value negotiations for enterprise software, cloud, SaaS, and services.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Vendor management

Executive stakeholder management

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Tools

Coupa

SAP Ariba

Ivalua

Job description

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) is a leader in live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences while forging deep connections with diverse and passionate audiences. The Company’s portfolio includes a collection of world-renowned venues – New York’s Madison Square Garden, Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and Beacon Theatre; and The Chicago Theatre – that showcase a broad array of sporting events, concerts, family shows, and special events for millions of guests annually. In addition, the Company features the original production, the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, which has been a holiday tradition for more than 90 years. More information is available at www.msgentertainment.com .

Who are we hiring?

The Vice President, Technology Procurement, will drive enterprise-wide technology sourcing strategy across Madison Square Garden Entertainment, Madison Square Garden Sports, and Sphere. Reporting directly to the SVP/Head of Procurement, this executive will lead and develop a high-performingtechnologyprocurement team while serving as a strategic partner to C-suite and senior business leaders, shaping how the organization invests in, acquires, and derives value from its technology ecosystem. This role goes far beyond traditional procurement. The VP will architect and execute a forward-looking technology sourcing vision that aligns with MSG's businessobjectivesoptimizing our vendor portfolio, cultivating strategic supplier partnerships, and unlocking value that extends well beyond cost efficiency. Success in this role demands the ability to balance fiscal stewardship with innovation enablement, delivering measurable business outcomes while elevating supplier performance, mitigating risk, and maintaining exceptional stakeholder satisfaction across the organization.

What will you do?

Strategic Technology Sourcing & Vision

• Define and execute a comprehensive, multi-year technology procurement strategy aligned with enterprise business priorities across Madison Square Garden Entertainment, Madison Square Garden Sports, and Sphere.
• Serve as the organization's subject matter authority on technology markets, vendor landscapes, emerging solutions, and sourcing best practices.
• Identifyand capitalize on opportunities toconsolidatespend, rationalize the vendor portfolio, and drive enterprise-wide synergies.

Executive Stakeholder Partnership

• Operate as a trusted strategic advisor to CIOs, CTOs, CFOs, and senior business leaders on technology investment decisions.
• Influence enterprise technology roadmaps by bringing market intelligence, commercial insight, and procurementexpertiseto strategic planning conversations.
• Translate business needs into sourcing strategies that balance speed, innovation, risk, and total cost of ownership.
• Architect and govern a best-in-class strategic supplier management program for critical technology partners.
• Lead high-value, complex negotiations for enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, SaaS platforms, telecommunications, managed services, and professional services engagements.
• Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance through structured scorecards, executive business reviews, and accountability frameworks.

Team Leadership & Organizational Development

• Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing technology procurement team, fostering a culture of strategic thinking, commercial excellence, and continuous development.
• Establish clear career pathways and professional growth opportunities to attract andretaintop procurement talent.
• Champion change management and elevate the procurement function's reputation and influence across the enterprise.
• Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site.
• Deliver measurable cost savings, cost avoidance, and value creation targets annually.
• Develop and manage technology procurement budgets, forecasts, and spend analytics to provide leadership with actionable financial insights.
• Ensure all sourcing activities adhere to corporate governance, compliance, and risk management standards.

Process Excellence & Innovation

• Drive procurement process optimization through automation, digitization, and adoption of leading procurement technologies.
• Establish and refine policies, playbooks, and frameworks that enable speed, consistency, and scalability.
• Benchmark procurement performance against industry standards and continuously raise the bar.

What do you need to succeed?

• 1 2 + years of progressive procurement experience, with a minimum of 5 years focused on technology/IT sourcing at an enterprise scale .
• 10 + years of leadership experience, including building and developing high-performing teams .
• Deep expertise in negotiating complex technology agreements (enterprise software, cloud/IaaS/PaaS/SaaS, telecom, managed services, professional services, hardware) .
• Demonstrated success partnering with C-suite executives and influencing enterprise technology strategy .
• Strong financial acumen with a track record of delivering significant, measurable savings and value creation .
• Bachelor's degree required ; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Experience in media, entertainment, retail, sports, or hospitality industries .
• Familiarity with procurement technologies (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba, Ivalua, or similar platforms) .
• Knowledge of IT governance frameworks (ITIL, COBIT) and enterprise architecture principles .
• Executive presence with the ability to command credibility at the highest levels of the organization .
• Strategic mindset balanced with operational rigor and a bias for action .
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills able to translate complex commercial concepts for diverse audiences .
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for building, transforming, and elevating procurement's impact .
• Collaborative leader who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic, and high-profile environments .

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Pay Range

$225,000 — $275,000 USD

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