Global Sourcing Manager

Unity Technologies•San Francisco, CA

51d•$98,000 - $187,000

About The Position

Join our dynamic Procurement team as a Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing & Category Management, where you will be instrumental in defining the future of our third-party spend and maximizing value across the organization. This isn't just a buying role—it's a chance to act as a strategic business partner to our executive teams, leveraging your expertise to build resilient, innovative, and cost-effective supply chains. You will have a direct and measurable impact on our bottom line and play a key role in driving enterprise-wide initiatives. We are an agile, data-driven team focused on professional development and utilizing cutting-edge procurement technology.

Requirements

Strategic Sourcing Expertise: Demonstrated mastery of the 7-step strategic sourcing process and deep experience with Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modeling.
Advanced Negotiation Skills: Proven track record of leading complex, multi-million dollar commercial negotiations with a focus on value creation, not just cost-cutting.
Spend Analysis Proficiency: Exceptional ability to conduct sophisticated spend analysis, cost modeling, and financial data interpretation to identify high-impact opportunities.
Cross-Functional Alignment: Documented experience gaining buy-in and driving consensus on category strategies among diverse and senior-level internal stakeholders.
Contract Management Acumen: Expert knowledge of contract law and the ability to draft, interpret, and manage legal agreements, terms, and conditions (e.g., MSA, SOW).

Nice To Haves

Experience implementing AI in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement and Contract Management
Experience utilizing leading Procurement Orchestration, Procure-to-Pay (P2P) technologies, ERP systems (e.g. Workday).
Certification such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), or similar global qualification.

Responsibilities

Develop and Execute Category Strategies: Define and lead the execution of comprehensive multi-year strategic category plans that drive competitive advantage, innovation, and TCO reduction.
Lead Complex Strategic Sourcing: Manage the full end-to-end strategic sourcing lifecycle for high-value spend, including robust market analysis, RFP development, and supplier selection.
Negotiate High-Value Contracts: Expertly lead and conclude complex commercial and legal negotiations to secure optimal pricing, favorable contract terms, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
Drive Value through SRM: Establish and cultivate strategic supplier relationships that focus on continuous improvement, joint innovation, and enhanced performance across the supply base.
Mitigate Supply Chain Risk: Proactively identify, assess, and manage supply chain and contractual risks, implementing strategies for business continuity and resilience.