Director, Strategic Sourcing Indirect
Core
Lead sourcing strategy, supplier management, and commercial execution for Software, IT, Professional Services, Marketing, and Travel categories (~$400M spend) to support R&D, manufacturing, and commercial functions.
Role type
Director, Strategic Sourcing (Indirect)
Builds
Compliant, scalable, and cost-effective procurement of Software licenses, IT services, Infrastructure, and Cloud technologies.
Domain
Life Sciences / Genomics / IT Procurement
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiation, team leadership, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, category strategy, risk mitigation, financial planning
Preferred skills
Life Sciences sector experience, regulated industry knowledge, AI/ML or data platforms exposure, advanced degree (MBA/MS)
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, AWS, Azure, Microsoft Office (Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, Access)
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a high-performing sourcing team; Develop and execute world-class sourcing strategies based on data and analysis; Oversee strategic vendor relationships and lead complex negotiations (MSAs, SOWs, Consulting agreements); Establish supplier governance frameworks and oversee contract lifecycle; Provide thought leadership on vendor market capabilities and translate technical requirements into sourcing strategies.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership with hands-on execution
