Senior Director, Strategic Sourcing - IT (Remote)

Office Depot • Boca Raton, FL

17d • Remote

About The Position

The Director, Senior Strategic Sourcing - IT is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that drive cost savings, supplier performance, and value creation across the organization. This role leads cross-functional teams to identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance standards. The incumbent is expected to foster strong supplier partnerships, optimize procurement processes, and deliver sustainable results that support the company’s growth and operational excellence. This position exists to provide strategic leadership and expertise in sourcing, ensuring the organization achieves its financial and operational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Business Administration
• Supply Chain Management
• Procurement
• Finance
• Operations Management
• Economics
• Engineering (in some industries)
• 10+ years of experience
• Strategic Sourcing: Expertise in developing and executing sourcing strategies, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Ability to assess, select, and manage supplier performance and partnerships.
• Cost Analysis & Financial Acumen: Proficiency in analyzing spend data, total cost of ownership, and financial impact of sourcing decisions.
• Risk Management: Knowledge of identifying, assessing, and mitigating supply chain risks.
• Project Management: Skills in leading cross-functional teams and managing complex sourcing projects from initiation to completion.
• Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of procurement regulations, ethical sourcing, and compliance standards.
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems: Experience with platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics for procurement and supply chain management.
• eProcurement Solutions: Familiarity with tools like Ariba, Coupa, or Jaggaer for sourcing, contract management, and supplier collaboration.
• Spend Analytics Tools: Proficiency in using data analytics platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to analyze spend and supplier performance.
• Contract Management Systems: Knowledge of systems for tracking, storing, and managing supplier contracts and agreements.
• Microsoft Office Suite: Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word for reporting, analysis, and presentations.
• Leadership & Team Management: Ability to lead, motivate, and develop cross-functional teams to achieve sourcing objectives.
• Negotiation: Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service levels with suppliers.
• Analytical Thinking: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess complex data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.
• Communication: Superior verbal and written communication skills for presenting strategies, influencing stakeholders, and building relationships.
• Strategic Planning: Capability to develop long-term sourcing strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Project Management: Skilled in managing multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines.
• Relationship Building: Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment and managing ambiguity.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and thoroughness in all aspects of sourcing and contract management.
• Decision Making: Sound judgment and ability to make timely, effective decisions under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and Execute Sourcing Strategies: Lead the creation and implementation of sourcing strategies by analyzing market trends, identifying opportunities, and leveraging supplier capabilities to achieve cost savings and value creation for the organization. Ensure alignment with business objectives and drive continuous improvement in sourcing processes.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong partnerships with key suppliers by conducting regular performance reviews, negotiating contracts, and resolving issues to ensure optimal service, quality, and innovation. Drive supplier accountability and foster collaboration for mutual success.
• Cross-Functional Leadership and Collaboration: Partner with internal stakeholders, including Operations, Finance, and Legal, to understand business needs, support project initiatives, and ensure sourcing strategies meet organizational goals. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver sourcing projects on time and within budget.
• Risk Management and Compliance: Identify and mitigate supply chain risks by developing contingency plans, monitoring supplier compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, and ensuring ethical sourcing practices.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze spend data, supplier performance metrics, and market intelligence to inform decision-making and provide regular reports to senior leadership on sourcing initiatives, savings, and performance outcomes.

Benefits

• The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director