Sr. Procurement Analyst

Samsara•Seattle, WA

11d•Remote

About The Position

Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale. Working at Samsara means you’ll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that’s shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, and Equipment Monitoring. As part of a recently public company, you’ll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term. About the role: Reporting to the Senior Manager of Strategic Sourcing, you will play an integral part in elevating the role of Strategic Sourcing at Samsara — enabling stakeholder success, driving supplier innovation, and delivering savings across your assigned categories. You will be part of a team focused on driving cost efficiencies, maximizing value, minimizing risk, and managing overall supplier performance. This role is open to candidates residing in the US except the San Francisco Bay Metro Area, NYC Metro Area, and Washington, D.C. Metro Area. It can be office-based or fully remote.

Requirements

3-5 years of sourcing, procurement, finance, or related business experience
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related discipline preferred
Strong communication and influencing skills — you drive alignment without relying on authority
Fluent in financial analysis including cost modeling, total cost of ownership, and build vs. buy frameworks
Able to manage a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Is a quick study — picks up new categories, tools, and contract frameworks fast
Has a natural instinct for business, even without deep sourcing experience
Is comfortable with ambiguity and energized by figuring things out
Has a high interest in technology and is drawn to physical operations
Has shown the ability to influence others, even without formal authority
Seeks feedback actively and applies it
Has the ability to balance competing priorities and stakeholder interests without losing momentum
Has experience in a hyper-growth or fast-moving environment

Responsibilities

Actively develop your sourcing expertise — this team invests in your growth and expects you to take ownership of it
Facilitate the sourcing process end to end: cost-benefit analyses, contract review, and vendor negotiations
Help develop and execute category strategies that align with business priorities
Monitor supplier performance and partner with internal stakeholders to facilitate business reviews
Assure stakeholder alignment to drive the right business solutions and pricing
Deliver win-win outcomes with internal and external partners in vendor negotiations
Balance speed, quality, and risk with cost savings goals in a fast-paced environment
Manage projects related to Strategic Sourcing process, tools, and functional improvements
Champion, role model, and embed Samsara's cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally
Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices