Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Supply Chain, or related field.
Master's degree or relevant professional certification (CPSM, CIPS, C.P.M.) is preferred.
5-7 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement.
Proficient in data analysis tools (Excel, Tableau, Power BI).
Expertise in high-stakes negotiation and advanced sourcing strategies.
Strong leadership and influencing capabilities, ready for direct management.
Experience managing multiple complex projects and initiatives.
Responsibilities
Define and implement category-level sourcing strategies aligned with enterprise goals.
Develop and refine a proprietary Sourcing Evaluation framework for actionable insights.
Build and manage strategic vendor relationships with a focus on performance and risk.
Conduct market research to identify trends and risks in Business Services categories.
Use analytics and AI tools to assess supplier performance and drive procurement decisions.
Achieve cost-saving targets while maintaining service quality standards.
Prepare and present strategic Vendor Management recommendations to leadership.
Benefits
Opportunity to lead strategic sourcing initiatives in a growing company.
Collaborative work environment with a focus on cross-functional partnerships.
Access to advanced analytics tools and resources for data-driven decision making.
Professional development opportunities and mentoring in strategic sourcing.
Engagement with executive leadership and influence company sourcing strategy.
Full Job Description
The Vendor Management Office (VMO) at Opensity Solutions is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to build and scale our strategic sourcing program across Business Services categories. In this role, you will drive end-to-end sourcing initiatives, manage vendor relationships, and apply data analytics to sharpen procurement strategy and uncover cost efficiencies. You'll serve as a trusted partner to a broad set of internal stakeholders, bringing both analytical rigor and sound business judgment to every third party engagement. This role works closely with the Enterprise Business Solutions (EBS) business unit and corporate departments including Marketing, Sales & Business Development, Human Resources, Facilities, Finance, and Accounting.
Key Responsibilities
Define and lead category-level sourcing strategies aligned with enterprise goals, owning the full lifecycle from vendor identification and RFx design through proposal evaluation, complex contract negotiation, and supplier selection. Design and execute a sourcing strategy aligned with company goals, covering vendor identification, proposal evaluation, contract negotiation, and selection.
Develop, operationalize, and continuously refine a proprietary Sourcing Evaluation framework that delivers data-driven insights and recommendations, setting the standard for sourcing best practices and generating measurable value across the enterprise.
Build and govern strategic vendor relationships and lead structured supplier performance and risk management, fostering open communication, accountability, and long-term collaboration.
Conduct market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and risks relevant to Business Services categories.
Leverage analytics and AI tools to track and interpret supplier performance, pricing trends, and quality metrics - translating data into actionable procurement decisions.
Identify, quantify, and deliver against defined cost-savings and value-creation targets without compromising quality or service standards of Opensity Solutions and its clients.
Prepare and present strategic Vendor Management materials and recommendations to Executive Leadership, Client Engagement, and Service Delivery Management teams.
Act as a subject-matter expert helping to mature the VMO's sourcing capability and ways of working.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Supply Chain or Management Information Systems preferred
Master's degree and/or a relevant professional certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS, C.P.M.) is a strong plus.
Proven experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, with 5-7 years of relevant work experience.
Strong analytical skills and experience in data analysis, interpretation, and visualization. Proficiency in analytics tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI) is highly desirable.
Deep, demonstrated expertise in advanced sourcing strategies and complex, high-stakes negotiation techniques.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with vendors, clients, and internal stakeholders.
Strong leadership and influencing skills, with a track record of leading cross-functional initiatives and mentoring colleagues; readiness to take on direct people management as the function scales.
Demonstrated project and program management skills, including the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.
Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance standards in the sourcing and procurement field.
Experience in a Professional Services environment is a plus.
