Senior Procurement Analyst - NYC
Senior Procurement Analyst - NYC
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Job Description
Were looking for someone to join the Datadog Procurement team and help expand the Strategic Sourcing group. Make an impact by being a trusted analyst in several buying categories and continue to prove the value that Strategic Sourcing brings to the organization.
At Datadog we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them.
What Youll Do:
- Support and execute sourcing strategies directed by sourcing managers with a specific focus in Software Marketing Sales/GTM and Office Operations.
- Manage the renewals list for designated categories and ensure accuracy of information and proactive communication
- Negotiate pricing and other business terms with vendors on net-new purchases and renewals
- Analyze spend data identify potential cost savings opportunities
- Create pricing models based on vendor proposals to quantify various buying scenarios
- Build license forecast models and utilization analyses for enterprise software renewals to help uncover usage and savings opportunities
- Collaboratively align with adjacent functions like FP&A on utilization and forecast models
- Develop strong relationships with stakeholders and assist teams to independently evaluate their best practices and adopt a value-driven mindset when purchasing on behalf of the organization.
- Lead and execute Sourcing events (RFx)
- Monitor market trends that impact spend categories and provide recommendations to adapt and mitigate risk
Who You Are:
- Experienced in 2-3 years supporting procurement through strategic sourcing with a history of data analysis and negotiated savings in the focus categories.
- Able to analyze and present complex data and work with internal business units and leadership on business cases for net new contracts and strategic renewals.
- Experience at a high-growth company and understands the nuances of increasing headcount working on global initiatives leveraging buying power and breaking down potential silos
- Proven track record of creating partnerships with stakeholders
- Proficient at analyzing cost related to future growth and current demand
- Experience in becoming systems subject matter expert
- Able to analyze and present complex data and work with internal business units on business cases for net new contracts and strategic renewals.
- Willing to engage in innovative stretch projects.
- Understands optimization levers such as demand management consolidation price negotiation etc.
- Someone who holds a Bachelors degree in a related field
- Experience with Zip and Jira is a plus
Datadog values people from all walks of life. We understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications on day one. Thats okay. If youre passionate about technology and want to grow your skills we encourage you to apply.
Benefits and Growth:
- Generous and competitive benefits package
- New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan
- Continuous career development and pathing opportunities
- Employee-focused best in class onboarding
- Internal mentor and cross-departmental buddy program
- Friendly and inclusive workplace culture
Benefits and Growth listed above may vary based on the country of your employment and the nature of your employment with Datadog.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
