Open Jobs Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager, IT

Job ID:292759
Location Name: CA-FSC SF Off (0174)
Address: 350 Mission St 20th Floor San Francisco CA 94105 United States (US)
Job Type: Full Time
Position Type: Regular
Job Function: Business Strategy & Innovation
Work Location: Hybrid Schedule

Ready for a career glow up As Strategic Sourcing Senior Manager IT youll lead strategic sourcing initiatives and complex contract negotiations across Sephoras technology portfolio. The work you do will impact beauty as you help Sephora make smarter purchasing decisions unlock value manage risk and build strong supplier partnerships across IT services hardware software SaaS and AI. Youll be part of a strategic sourcing team thats united in beauty supported by those who are equally passionate about collaboration innovation operational excellence and long-term business value.

• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives for Sephoras technology organization with primary responsibility for IT services hardware enterprise software SaaS and AI solutions.
• Manage simple and complex enterprise-wide sourcing projects and contract negotiations from opportunity assessment and market analysis through supplier selection contracting implementation and ongoing performance management.
• Partner closely with Technology Information Security Privacy Legal Finance and business teams to develop sourcing strategies and agreements that meet Sephoras operational financial security and compliance needs.
• Deliver cost savings cost avoidance and broader business value by identifying opportunities across new purchases and renewals including enterprise discount programs long-term agreements and commit-to-consume models.
• Analyze supplier spend market trends commercial models pricing structures and business requirements to inform recommendations and strengthen Sephoras negotiating position.
• Identify rationalize and optimize opportunities across enterprise software and SaaS portfolios to improve efficiency reduce duplication and support compliance.
• Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and suppliers effectively prioritizing engagements setting expectations and communicating progress risks and recommendations.
• Lead supplier negotiations and support contract lifecycle management including commercial terms service levels renewal strategies risk mitigation and performance expectations.
• Collaborate with global sourcing and technology partners to align strategies share best practices and maximize enterprise-wide value.
• Contribute to stretch projects across additional technology categories which may include network telecom cybersecurity infrastructure core applications data and analytics.
• Support team capability building by sharing category expertise sourcing best practices market insights and coaching with colleagues and junior team members as needed.

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in business supply chain finance technology or a related field; an MBA or other advanced degree is preferred.
• 5 years of recent strategic sourcing procurement or category management experience with a strong focus on technology products and services in a complex multinational organization; retail experience is a plus.
• 3 years of experience leading complex sourcing initiatives and contract negotiations for enterprise software SaaS hardware and related technology services.
• Deep knowledge of technology markets software trends licensing structures consumption-based models commercial terms and industry terminology.
• Proven ability to develop sourcing strategies analyze data and market intelligence evaluate suppliers and translate findings into clear recommendations and measurable business value.
• Strong negotiation contract management supplier relationship management and risk identification skills.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and supplier engagements in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication consulting and stakeholder management skills including the ability to influence and collaborate across functions levels and global teams.
• Experience coaching or mentoring junior team members is a plus.
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification is preferred.
• Ability to work in a hybrid office environment two days per week and travel once or twice per year as needed.

What Youll Get:

The annual base salary range for this position is $155000.00- $175000.00 The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors which may include as applicable the applicants qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they willperform the employed in this position may also be eligible to earn job will be posted for a minimum offivedays.

• CaringCommunity.Youllcollaborate with teammates who are equally passionateabout innovatinganddrivingthe industry forward together united in beauty.

• Fulfilling Path.Your career transformation starts here with opportunities that will challengestretchand develop your skills.

• Meaningful Work.As you make an impact onbeautyyoullfeel and see the positive change (consumer industryandsocial)thatyourindividual voice is a part of.

Rewardsas Uniqueas You:

Some benefits have eligibility requirements and may depend on job classification and length of employment.

• Health.Choose a healthcare plan to fit you and your familys needs withmedicaldental and vision also fully covers our employees disability and life insurance.

• Wealth.We offer a competitive 401k with4%match as well as FSA and HSA programs. We also offer a Student Debt Retirement plan where your student loan paymentsqualifyto earn the 401k match from Sephora.

• Balance.Youll beempoweredto find the perfect blend of work/life balance thatactuallyworks for youwithPTO flexibilityprotectedleave and more.

• Growth.Career growthis built into every role with access to trainingdevelopmentand tuition reimbursement.

• Perks.Thinkyouvetried it all Enjoya30%discount on all merchandise/services opportunities forfreeproductor gratisand flash sale discountsonLVMHbrandproducts.

• Support.Join a team thattruly cares with free mental health and financial coaching resources with 24/7 access to Modern Health and Financial Finesse. Plus volunteer and donation matching.

Sephora values a diverse andinclusiveworkplaceand considers allapplicants withoutregard to sex pregnancy race color national origin gender (including gender identity and gender expression) age religion sexual orientation military/veteran status disability or any other is committed to providing reasonable accommodationtaapplicantswith disabilities or other medical conditions.

Sephora will consider all qualified applicants including those witharrest and conviction recordsin a manner consistent with the requirements of allapplicable laws including the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the New York City Fair Chance Act.

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