Sr. Sourcing Manager

Corebridge Financial • Houston, TX

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

Corebridge Financial is seeking an experienced Sr. Sourcing Manager to lead strategic sourcing for complex software, including SaaS, on-premises software, AI, proofs of concept, pilots, and associated services across a global supply chain. The role oversees sourcing activities from category assessment and planning through supplier due diligence, RFx, negotiations, contracting, and participation in related vendor management across multiple Lines of Business. It also indirectly manages a team of software sourcing managers and works with business stakeholders and internal legal, risk, and finance teams to complete negotiations and initiatives.

The position is based in Corebridge Financial’s Houston, Texas office and follows a hybrid working policy. Estimated travel is up to 25%. The role requires a flexible work schedule and offers a discretionary bonus and a competitive benefits package. Relocation is not provided.

Requirements

• 10+ years of sourcing experience.
• 6+ years of experience sourcing software.
• 3+ years of experience managing personnel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong entrepreneurial, interpersonal, and team skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in teams to deliver results.
• Excellent communication, writing, facilitation, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent experience with Ariba, Fieldglass, and Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work with global cross-functional teams and operate with a flexible work schedule.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or an equivalent field.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing activities, including category assessment and planning, vendor due diligence, RFx, negotiations, contracting, and related vendor management.
• Competitively bid and negotiate prices and business terms, and translate them into contracts consistent with company policies, procedures, and contracting principles.
• Advise assigned Lines of Business on negotiation and pricing, emphasizing financial savings and risk minimization.
• Manage complex projects, including stakeholder expectations, leadership involvement, communications, deliverables, timelines, and executive reporting.
• Manage the workload, training, and performance of a team of software sourcing managers, including employees and augmented or managed-service personnel.
• Work across matrixed environments and engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including CXOs.
• Partner with legal, risk, finance, business stakeholders, regional teams, and clients to complete sourcing initiatives and negotiations.
• Develop and share category-specific operational measurements and reporting to track initiative progress.
• Maintain sourcing-system data, metrics, and spend and savings analytics for departmental reporting and policy requirements.
• Promote consistency in supplier engagements and complete required supplier due diligence.
• Develop subject-matter expertise and stay current on competition, category trends, and industry practices.
• Participate in or lead initiatives to continuously improve the Sourcing function.
• Understand client businesses, objectives, and constraints; respond with appropriate urgency; and build trusted relationships with clients and vendors.
• Create a portfolio approach for selected key spend categories and collaborate with Supplier Diversity teams.
• Achieve cost-reduction and savings targets.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Mental health support and wellness initiatives.
• 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 6% of eligible pay and a company contribution equal to 3% of eligible pay, subject to plan terms and annual IRS limits; company contributions vest immediately.
• Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling services and resources.
• Matching charitable donations to tax-exempt organizations at a 1:1 rate, up to $5,000.
• Up to 16 volunteer hours annually.
• At least 24 paid time off days for eligible employees.
• Discretionary bonus in accordance with the applicable incentive plan.

What This Job Offers

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