Head of Strategic Sourcing

Job Description:

• Manage budgets, vendors, and external partners to meet targets and service levels.
• Drive strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Partner with Sales, Finance, Operations, and Technology leaders to resolve blockers.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with applicable standards and policies.
• Define KPIs and cadence for reviews; report progress with actionable insights.
• Set a clear strategy, operating model, and annual plan aligned to country priorities.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team, including succession planning.
• Lead change management for major initiatives and process or system rollouts.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience, including managing managers.
• Deep knowledge of strategic sourcing, contracting, and supplier performance management.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; advanced degree is an advantage.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with senior internal partners.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with distributed teams.
• Experience with budgeting, vendor management, and KPI-driven operating rhythms.
• Proven ability to build strategy, translate it into execution plans, and deliver measurable outcomes.

Benefits:

• Salary: $218,000-$299,000
• Performance-linked bonus opportunity (role-dependent).
• Opportunities for professional growth through leadership development and internal mobility.
• Flat management structure with direct access to decision-makers.
• Open communication environment.
• Full medical coverage.
• Flexible work arrangements where role and local practice permit.