1627 - Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing- IT

LogicSource is an innovative leader in sourcing and procurement services, helping companies increase profits through better buying. Operated by a 500-person collective of procurement professionals, we are deeply rooted in data and insight-driven strategic sourcing, category management, operational excellence, and value delivery. Partnering with Fortune 500 companies, we build and nurture strategic relationships while delivering strong execution that drives measurable bottom-line impact and the development of best-in-class procurement capabilities. Reasons why you’ll love it here: A collaborative, supportive culture where your contributions are valued, and your work makes a meaningful impact. A workplace committed to professional growth with paths to development and advancement. Dedicated to creating an environment for employee success by providing support for long-term career growth. Committed to work-life balance by offering flexible PTO. A robust benefits package that includes extensive health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. E mployer‑funded HRA, a 401(k) match, Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs, short- and long-term disability coverage, AD&D, life insurance, fertility assistance, and more. Supplemental benefits such as unexpected large expenses related to Accidents, Hospitalization, or Critical Care. Along with support for Maternity/Paternity, FMLA, and Military leave. Offer behavioral health services within the medical support insurance plan and everyday support tools to help with mental health. A business-casual workplace offering a flexible, hybrid work environment with offices in Westport, CT, and Charleston, SC. Position Summary: In this role, you will be a key member of our Strategic Sourcing Center, executing strategies for large-scale development and procurement projects for our clients. Responsibilities Include but Are Not Limited To: Develop and execute sourcing strategies as a key part of our solution to deliver on client objectives for IT, and related categories including hardware, software, and services. Provide insight and subject matter expertise to clients and internal departments spanning the entire client relationship lifecycle. Analyze client spending and procurement processes to identify opportunities to optimize efficiency, process compliance, quality, and cost. Manage and effectively deliver multiple projects on time and with the appropriate results. Build, manage and execute large-scale and multi-client RF(x)s through our sourcing software. Lead discovery sessions and review RF(x) documents and strategy directly with the client. Create templates in Ariba. Gather pertinent information and enter data. Launch RF(x)s and monitor vendor progress. Process large amounts of client data to compile market baskets and vendor panels for RF(x). Summarize RF(x) results for presentation to SMEs or other internal stakeholders. Source suppliers and foster strong supplier relationships. Negotiate best pricing and service through the application of LogicSource’s sourcing methodology. Counsel internal and client stakeholders on specifications improvement and value engineering to drive cost containment and savings. Ensure strategies can be executed in compliance with appropriate policies and procedures. Foster LogicSource’s vendor ecosystem by maintaining in-depth knowledge of and relationships with the national vendor marketplace. Advise client teams on vendor performance, strategic alliances, and opportunities to leverage total spending under management. Maintain a supplier management structure and process to vet, on board, monitor, and audit suppliers. Support onsite teams in resolving vendor issues, as necessary. Remain abreast of the latest industry innovations and continually feed information to those serving our clients. Identify and share technical best practices across various client engagements. Provide first-rate customer service to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction, internal and external. Develop and deliver presentations to clients. The Ideal Candidate Possesses the Following Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum of seven to ten years’ cross-functional experience in managing the procurement process, vendors and contracts at the Director or Manager Level. Demonstrated success in IT and Indirect Procurement or supply chain management roles, developing RF(x)s for indirect materials. Expertise in IT Hardware, Software, Telecom, and all related IT/Telecom Services. Additional Indirect Procurement categories experience such as Legal, Professional Services, is a plus. Demonstrated willingness and ability to learn. Prior experience interfacing with clients and/or stakeholders at all organizational levels, especially within a services industry (e.g., professional consulting, BPO, outsourcing). Strong organizational and project management skills to ensure on-time delivery. Experience with e-sourcing software is a plus, specifically, familiarity with SAP Ariba. Ability to operate independently in a dynamic environment. Strong communication skills with the proven ability to interact effectively with suppliers, and internal or client stakeholders at all organizational levels. Experience with inventory management, requisitioning, fulfillment, and distribution is a plus. Detail oriented with the keen ability deliver on client expectations, influencing others or escalating as needed to do so. Proven ability to build relationships and gain credibility in areas beyond defined scope of work. Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills. Analytically adept with strong Microsoft Excel skills Ability and flexibility to travel to clients and suppliers. Travel: This position travels up to >5% of the time. Other Duties: This Position Description is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, and the employee is expected to perform other duties as necessary and assigned. The duties and responsibilities of this position may be modified at any time to meet changing business needs. NOTE: The listed compensation range reflects the anticipated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on location, experience, and job-related factors, and may include additional benefits consistent with applicable pay transparency laws. Pay Range $97,500 — $190,000 USD * LogicSource participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.