Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager

The opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead end-to-end category management for our high-value indirect spend portfolio. This role is a cornerstone for achieving our goals by increasing effectiveness through cost savings and expanding spend under management. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior business leaders across IT Engineering HR and Marketing optimizing investments across high-impact categories including software/SaaS complex cloud infrastructure corporate travel professional services and global events. A key focus will be spearheading our transition to an AI-enabled data-driven procurement organization.

What youll be doing

• Strategic Category Management: Develop and execute multi-year category strategies for deals across high-impact indirect areas specifically Technology (PCs SaaS enterprise software Cloud/Hosting Sales & Marketing Professional Services Corporate Events Travel and G&A categories.
• Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation: Lead complex high-value RFx processes from intake to contract orchestration. Negotiate complex enterprise agreements SLAs and commercial terms to maximize business value reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and mitigate risk.
• Financial Impact & Alignment: Establish rigorous financial tracking methodologies in partnership with FP&A and Treasury. Clearly define track and report on Hard Savings vs. Cost Avoidance to drive measurable impact on EBITDA Unitys profit margins and the corporate operating plan.
• AI & Data-Driven Procurement: Champion the integration of AI-enabled procurement tools and next-generation agentic workflows including evolving our current AI chatbot and identifying new AI applications for contract orchestration and automated intake-to-PO lifecycles. Leverage our data lake (BigQuery) and BI tools (e.g. Looker) to identify value-maximizing opportunities and drive insightful KPI reporting.
• Stakeholder & Operational Excellence: Build deep collaborative relationships with cross-functional global teams and partners (including Legal and IT) to ensure procurement initiatives align with Unitys 2026 Finance Operating Plan. Support the Intake-to-PO orchestration using a risk-based approach to minimize cycle times while maintaining high compliance standards. Implement robust Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) programs for top-tier vendors to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

What were looking for

• Experience & Industry: 7 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing category management or procurement operations preferably within the enterprise software tech or gaming industries.
• Category & Methodology Expertise: Deep subject matter expertise in sourcing indirect categories particularly SaaS public cloud services end-user computing and global corporate travel programs. Strong grasp of the 7-step strategic sourcing process and advanced category management frameworks.
• Financial & Analytical Acumen: Excellent financial and analytical skills with a proven track record of aligning procurement metrics with corporate finance FP&A and Treasury goals. Ability to extract and interpret data from sources like BigQuery and Looker to drive continuous improvement.
• Technology & Innovation: Demonstrated knowledge of enabling AI-driven procurement technologies Large Language Models (LLMs) or advanced process automation. High proficiency in modern procurement tools (Jira DocuSign). Direct experience with the Workday Financial system is a significant plus.
• Global & Collaboration: Experience supporting global operations and navigating cross-border procurement complexities including multi-currency structures. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with business partners and suppliers embodying the Unity Citizenship culture.

You might also have

• Knowledge of Workday Financials is a strong plus.
• Relevant certifications like CPSM or CIPS are preferred.

Additional information

• Relocation support is not available for this position
• Work visa/immigration sponsorship is not available for this position

Benefits
At Unity we want our team members to thrive. We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support well-being and work-life balance.

Please note: Benefits eligibility specific offerings and coverage vary based on the country and employment status.

While specific benefits vary here are some of the ways we strive to take care of our eligible team members globally: Comprehensive health life and disability insurance Commute subsidy Employee stock ownership Competitive retirement/pension plans Generous vacation and personal days Support for new parents through leave and family-care programs Office food snacks Mental Health and Wellbeing programs and support Employee Resource Groups Global Employee Assistance Program Training and development programs Volunteering and donation matching program

Life at Unity
Unity NYSE: U is the worlds leading game engine powering play for more than 3 billion consumers each month. The top mobile games in the world the most played PC indie titles the most innovative console games and virtually all of the top XR and Web Games are developed deployed and grown in Unity. Unity also enables teams across industries like automotive manufacturing and healthcare to design simulate and collaborate in 3D closing the gap between ideas and reality. For more information please visit .

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