Technology Sourcing Manager (Remote - Canada)
About The Position
Yelp is seeking an experienced professional to join its Technology Sourcing team. This role is integral to managing Yelp’s third-party technology partnerships and leading contract negotiations for software, hardware, and infrastructure tools. It offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with every team across Yelp and directly impact the company’s trajectory. The focus will be on supporting the adoption of technology for corporate tools and systems, as well as production environments and partnerships that bring Yelp's product to customers and consumers. This is a fully remote opportunity open to applicants throughout Canada.
Requirements
- Solid understanding of Technology Vendor Management and Sourcing (software, hardware, telco, or datacenter).
- Ability to credibly maneuver a wide range of projects spanning the business that are often highly technical in nature.
- Analytical experience grounded in solid business/finance fundamentals.
- Outstanding communication skills in all forms—written, presentation and negotiation.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with C-suite & senior executives as well as seasoned supplier partners.
- Enthusiasm to embrace diverse & dispersed teams across the company on a daily basis.
- B.S. degree or equivalent experience.
Nice To Haves
- Preferably 4 years (or more) of technology sourcing related work experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead full cycle technology sourcing projects including strategy, identifying the right potential partners, outreach, competitive bidding, pricing & contract negotiation, and contract approval.
- Build sound relationships with external vendor partners and internal business collaborators.
- Handle multiple projects simultaneously—from quick contract renewals to in-depth new strategic partnerships.
- Organize a large database of partnerships, be data-driven, and provide clear reporting back to management on the status of renewals or other important contract terms.
- Analyze spend and other data to solve problems, monitor purchasing activity, and conduct benchmarking.
- Ensure that all contracts are executed & cataloged, and that approved payments reflect contractual terms.
Benefits
- Yelp's five star benefits (more information available via a link not provided in this text).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
