Senior Manager Strategic Sourcing

• Lead end-to-end procurement transformation engagements, including current state assessment, gap analysis, and roadmap definition
• Conduct Blueprint assessments and design future-state Target Operating Models (TOM)
• Perform process mapping (as-is / to-be) across sourcing, contracting, and supplier management
• Drive strategic sourcing initiatives (requirements gathering, RFx, supplier evaluation, negotiation, award)
• Develop category strategies and playbooks across key indirect spend areas
• Define and implement supplier selection frameworks and scorecarding models
• Lead contracting approach including MSA/SOW structuring, negotiation support, and CLM alignment
• Establish savings tracking frameworks (cost savings, cost avoidance, and risk mitigation)
• Design and implement Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and performance governance models
• Build procurement operating models (onshore/offshore structure, roles, governance, KPIs)
• Develop capability decks, solution offerings, and client-facing collateral
• Support and lead RFP responses, solutioning, and client presentations
• Identify and drive cross-sell and growth opportunities within client accounts
• Build accelerators and standard methodologies (RFx templates, scorecards, playbooks, dashboards)
• Collaborate with leadership to scale Sourcing & Procurement practice and offerings

Qualification & Experience Details

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Economics, or a related field
• 15+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, vendor management, or financial analysis
• Strong analytical skills with experience in pricing models, benchmarking, and cost analysis
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with sourcing or spend analytics tools is a plus
• Understanding of contract structures, commercial terms, and sourcing best practices
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Work Timings: US Shift

Skills Required
Microsoft Excel, Cost Analysis, Powerpoint, Benchmarking, Pricing Models, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Vendor Management, Financial Analysis