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Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager
Lennar. Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives across IT categories including application development, e-commerce, enterprise software, technical consulting, networking and data center hardware, PCs, tablets and peripherals, hosting services, mobile service providers, and telecommunications .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive experience in IT Sourcing and Purchasing, with a strong focus on strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiation. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Highest-signal resume keywords
IT Sourcing ExperienceContract NegotiationSupplier Relationship ManagementStrategic Sourcing InitiativesMS Office Proficiency
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Hard Skills
IT PurchasingContract ManagementFinancial AnalysisRFP IssuanceSOW DraftingData AnalysisProcurement SystemsService-Level AgreementsITIL ExperienceNegotiation Skills
Soft Skills
Excellent Customer ServiceAttention to DetailAnalytical Problem-SolvingStrong Communication SkillsInterpersonal Skills
Industry Keywords
E-CommerceEnterprise SoftwareTechnical ConsultingNetworkingData Center HardwareTelecommunicationsVendor ManagementContinuous ImprovementStakeholder EngagementTeam Leadership
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesOracleVMware
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives across IT categories including application development, e-commerce, enterprise software, technical consulting, networking and data center hardware, PCs, tablets and peripherals, hosting services, mobile service providers, and telecommunications
- Partner with business and technology leaders to understand requirements, evaluate solutions, and develop sourcing strategies
- Analyze historical spend to identify savings opportunities
- Lead complex contract negotiations and develop strategic supplier partnerships
- Oversee supplier performance and contract management
- Build relationships with key stakeholders, including executive leadership
- Lead cross-functional teams to define business requirements, establish sourcing strategies, and negotiate complex agreements and service-level commitments
- Review documentation and legal drafts of contracts and agreements
- Coordinate with departments and liaise between Lennar Corporation and vendors to oversee intake, review, and finalization of IT and HR contracts
- Lead, mentor, and coach managers and specialists
- Promote career development and manage team performance
- Review, draft, redline, and negotiate technology-related agreements, including SOWs, POCs, order forms, and amendments
- Manage supplier relationships, engagement, and continuous improvement of supplier performance
- Create and facilitate issuance and evaluation of RFPs and RFIs
- Prepare, diagnose, and interpret financial and other relevant sourcing analyses
- Negotiate and prepare contracts with appropriate terms and conditions
- Resolve supplier performance conflicts and service-level issues
- Ensure IT minimum standards are applied and properly documented
- Communicate program needs and status to internal team members and external stakeholders
- Build stakeholder trust and influence change
- Apply procurement systems and procure-to-pay processes
- Address conflict between suppliers and stakeholders in procurement and sourcing operations
Requirements
What you’ll need- 7+ years of IT Purchasing experience
- 7+ years of IT Sourcing experience
- Experience working with large technology partners such as AT&T, CDW, Cisco, IBM, Insight, Oracle, Microsoft, Salesforce, Verizon, and VMWare
- ITIL experience preferred
- Excellent customer service skills
- Excellent attention to detail and follow-up skills
- Ability to work in challenging and ambiguous environments
- Ability to communicate effectively with executives, clients, and team members regularly
- Ability to work across functional areas to drive continuous improvement
- Advanced experience with MS Office
- Experience in a team-oriented environment
- Analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and operational skill sets
- Ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies
- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
- High degree of professional integrity
- Ability to follow directions from a supervisor
- Ability to interact well with co-workers, supervisors, and management
- Ability to understand and follow posted work rules and procedures
- Ability to accept constructive criticism
- Ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor
- Ability to operate computer equipment and speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move and carry up to 25 lbs.
- Finger dexterity is necessary
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%
- Paid Parental Leave
- Associate Assistance Plan
- Education Assistance Program
- Up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance
- Up to three weeks of vacation annually from the moment of hire
- Holiday Leave
- Sick Leave
- Personal Day policies
- New Hire Referral Bonus Program
- Home Purchase Discounts
- Everyone’s Included Day
- Professional growth and career development opportunities