Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager, IT Software & Services

Your tasks

• Support and guide various departments in procuring our IT Software, Hardware, and Services.
• Focus on CRM, ERP, SaaS & related procurements to support Zoox’s operational scaling and efficiency.
• Support Zoox’s market growth by establishing and maintaining strategic relationships and procurement opportunities.
• Guide and inform internal stakeholders regarding supplier selection and management.
• Identify sourcing alternatives to drive efficiencies via benchmarking, competitive quotes, and by creating areas for change.
• Negotiate the cost and other terms and conditions to create a total cost of ownership that is a catalyst for Zoox.
• Ensure a smooth source-to-pay process by working with the stakeholders and the finance team throughout the product lifecycle

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• 8+ years of experience in strategic procurement, sourcing, indirect category management, contracting and/or supply chain management.
• 4+ years of experience in Technology categories including familiarity with the complexities of Tech Sourcing, particularly networking hardware, software, services and associated agreements
• Strategic sourcing, financial and business opportunity analysis, comfort with legal frameworks, and contract negotiation skills
• Experience drafting and negotiating contracts (reviewing redlines, identifying and offering solutions to potential issues)
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders
• Open-minded self-starter who can provide insightful feedback, strategies, and thoughts to their stakeholders and suppliers

• Master's degree or MBA in a relevant discipline (Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, Program Management, etc.)
• Experience in the autonomous vehicle industry high-tech, or a related safety-critical environment.
• Experience in an NPI environment and cross-functionally with PMO or engineering organizations