Sr. Technology Procurement Manager

Job Description:

A Senior Technology Sourcing Manager is responsible for working with the Procurement Team to obtain cost savings within the organization, develop strategies to continuously improve procurement's processes, rationalize vendor base, and be a key integral part of risk mitigation team along with Legal, ITSec, and Privacy. They are responsible for RFIs, RFQs, negotiations, market research, and vendor management. They also work with Legal Counsel on binding agreements that are favorable to the company and in compliance with laws and regulations, with IT Security and Privacy for risk identification and mitigation.

Who you're committed to being:

• You enjoy learning and are open to new ways of doing things.

• You are not afraid to be yourself, experiment, make mistakes and learn from them, ask questions, or voice your concerns.

• When communicating you are self-aware, insightful, and proactive.

What you'll do:

• Collaborate with and assist all internal teams and departments with support buying needs and ensure compliance with internal policies

• Develop, manage, and implement Procurement and Vendor Management strategies based on allocated budgets

• Prepare RFIs and RFQs and negotiate binding agreements with external vendors

• Work with Legal to review and make recommendations on changes, additions, and deletions on binding agreements in addition to obtaining signatures

• Collaborate with ITSec and Privacy to review and assess vendor risks

• Participate in systems functionality testing

• Develop and establish reports with regard to spend responsibility and ongoing projects

• Driving proactive strategic sourcing approach with internal stakeholders to enable acquiring goods and services at the pace of business

Experience you'll bring:

• 8 - 10 years of Experience in Procurement, and/or Supply Chain and related fields

• 6 - 8 years of Experience in the Indirect Technology Sourcing Categories in IT, Engineering, Public Cloud, Data Center, SaaS, AI, and other technology related categories

• Experience with Coupa and NetSuite, SaaS Management Tools (Zylo, Productiv, etc.), Vendor Onboarding Systems (Graphite, Serta, etc.), G-Suite, MS Office

• Experience in Technology Procurement including IT, Engineering, Cloud, Data Center, SaaS, AI

• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, detail oriented and process driven

• Strong negotiation skills, communication skills and a commitment to customer service

• Ability to formulate function specific category strategy and be part of the main contributor for vendor strategy as well as driving Procurement policy compliance internally and externally

• Curiosity mindset, Can-Do attitude, and Outcome bias mentality

Requirements:

• BA degree Requires a minimum of 8+ years of related experience; or 6+ years with an advanced degree.

• This is a remote role; however, applicants located within 45 miles of our Westlake/Dallas, TX office should expect to work on-site Tuesday through Thursday, with remote flexibility on Mondays and Fridays. This approach enables more effective collaboration, quicker decision-making, and a stronger culture, while still providing flexibility.

Why you'll love working here:

• We're a blended workplace, where team members work remotely or in a hybrid setup depending on their role and location

• We're mission driven and guided by our culture pillars

• We have a strong commitment to diversity and belonging

• We cultivate a culture of trust, autonomy, and collaboration

• We're lifelong learners and champion team member growth and advancement

• We've got you covered - team member benefits include competitive compensation packages, medical coverage, unlimited PTO and Summer Fridays, wellness reimbursements, Pluralsight subscription, professional development funds and more.

About us:

Pluralsight provides the only learning platform dedicated to accelerating the technology skills and capabilities of today's tech workforce. Thousands of companies, government organizations and individuals around the world rely on Pluralsight to support critical technology skill development in areas that are crucial to innovation including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development, and machine learning. Pluralsight provides highly curated content developed by vetted technology experts, industry leading skill assessments, and hands on, immersive learning experiences designed to help individuals skill-up faster.

Physical Requirements:

This role is primarily performed in an office or home office setting and involves standard computer-based work.

EEOC Statement & Accommodations Statement:

Bring yourself. Pluralsight is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with EEOC guidelines and local laws.

If you need an accommodation to apply, interview, or perform essential job functions, please visit the bottom of our website to learn how to request an accommodation. Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our DEIB Report.

Pay Transparency:

The annual US base salary range for this role is $89,900 - $124,800 USD. Actual compensation will depend on location, skills, experience, and other factors. Additional benefits and bonuses may apply.

Applications must be submitted within 90 days after the initial posting date to be considered.

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