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Sourcing Category Manager – Software
Baker Hughes. Lead the software sourcing team in developing annual and long-term sourcing strategies and pipeline plans for the software category .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading IT sourcing strategies for software, including On-Prem, SaaS, and Cloud solutions, while effectively negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate project statuses to stakeholders, ensuring compliance and achieving cost savings.
Highest-signal resume keywords
IT Sourcing LeadershipSoftware Contract NegotiationCost Savings AchievementMicrosoft Office ProficiencyCybersecurity Compliance
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Hard Skills
Software Sourcing StrategiesContract NegotiationData AnalysisSourcing Project ManagementSupplier Risk Mitigation
Soft Skills
CollaborationCommunicationNegotiation
Industry Keywords
On-Prem SoftwareSaaSCloud SoftwareData Privacy RegulationsGlobal Cybersecurity
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCloudCyber Security
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the software sourcing team in developing annual and long-term sourcing strategies and pipeline plans for the software category
- Achieve cost savings targets
- Lead RF(x) activities and commercial contract negotiations with software suppliers
- Collaborate with IT, legal, finance, and other internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams
- Mitigate supplier risks through effective contracting, supplier negotiation, and management
- Communicate with business leaders and stakeholders regarding project status, process compliance, business procedures, and policies
- Serve as a business partner to key IT stakeholders and cross-functional teams to achieve business outcomes, ensure compliance, and track KPIs
- Lead multiple sourcing projects and sourcing-related activities in a fast-paced, global environment
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
- Minimum of 7 years’ experience leading IT / technology sourcing activities for Software (On-Prem, SaaS, Cloud)
- Experience negotiating and redlining software contracts
- Ability to leverage internal and external data sources to create software category plans
- Skilled negotiator able to plan and execute sourcing strategies in support of stakeholder business needs
- Strong Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) skills
- Understanding of global cybersecurity and data privacy regulations related to software procurement and associated services
Benefits
Comp & perks- Working flexible hours
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
- Tailored financial programs
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits
- Health and well-being investment
- Training and talent development
- Leadership development
- Reward package