Sr, SaaS Sourcing Manager

Job Title: Sr. Sourcing Manager - SaaS
Location: Menlo Park, CA
Duration: 4 Months

As a Sr. Sourcing Manager for SaaS at, you will:

• Lead complex sourcing initiatives and contract negotiations for Software and SaaS solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Create and manage the RFx processes for complex products and services from strategic requirements to solution evaluation and formal award
• Develop and execute supplier negotiation strategies to maximize buying power, optimize costs, and enhance service quality while mitigating risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, finance, security, and legal to ensure all contract controls and protections are in place
• Drive cost savings and cost avoidance by proactively identifying new opportunities, such as consolidation opportunities, license optimization and multi-year agreements
• Manage strategic supplier relationships to ensure performance, cost efficiency, and contractual compliance.
• Conduct market research, analyze industry trends, and identify new sourcing opportunities.
• Implement procurement best practices and optimize Software and SaaS spend.

Our ideal Sr. Sourcing Manager for SaaS will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field (MBA or relevant certifications such as CPSM or CIPS are a plus).
• 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or vendor management, with a strong focus on Software and SaaS solutions.
• Deep understanding of SaaS licensing models, pricing structures, and legal considerations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational and decision-making skills.
• Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience collaborating with global teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills and demonstrable experience in preparing presentations to financial and business leaders
• Keen understanding of a wide array of IT contract forms including SaaS, Software licensing, Hardware maintenance, MNDA, MSA, DPA & SOW's

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