Senior IT Strategic Sourcing Manager

Smithfield Foods•Smithfield, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior IT Strategic Sourcing Manager will lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for IT categories including software, hardware, cloud services, and professional services. This role will drive cost optimization, vendor performance, and risk mitigation while ensuring sourcing practices align with Smithfield’s enterprise objectives. The position involves collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to manage vendor negotiations, strategic partnerships, and contract lifecycles to deliver long-term value across the IT organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 8+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
2+ years of demonstrated experience in a leadership role, including team management/development or project leadership.
Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional initiatives.
Extensive experience utilizing strategic sourcing methodologies across IT categories such as software, hardware, cloud services, and professional services.
Proven ability to lead complex contract negotiations and read/write contractual language that ensures value, risk mitigation, and supplier accountability.
Strong critical thinking, spend analysis, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
Understanding of strategic sourcing techniques including value stream mapping, lean concepts, and procurement optimization strategies.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, results-driven environment and continuously seek out process improvement opportunities.
Willingness to travel up to 25% to manufacturing plants and vendor locations as needed.

Nice To Haves

SAP experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute sourcing strategies across IT categories including software, hardware, cloud, and professional services to meet business needs and reduce total cost of ownership.
Own and lead complex negotiations with top-tier IT vendors, focusing on pricing, service levels, licensing models, and long-term contract terms.
Oversee vendor evaluations, enforce contract compliance, and collaborate with stakeholders to improve supplier accountability and performance metrics.
Work with IT, legal, finance, compliance, and business leaders to align sourcing strategies with organizational goals and mitigate risk.
Use market intelligence, benchmarking, and spend analysis to identify sourcing opportunities, track savings, and support continuous improvement.
Support contract creation, renewals, and amendments while ensuring documentation aligns with sourcing best practices and risk management frameworks.
Drive a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching.