Global Strategic Sourcing Manager

Global Strategic Sourcing Manager
at Nutanix in Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Job Description
Hungry, Humble, Honest, with Heart.
The Opportunity
Nutanix is looking for a Global Strategic Sourcing Manager who wants to make their mark on a growing indirect procurement organization. This position will provide strategic sourcing and supplier management support for multiple organizations across multiple categories of spend. This individual should be able to develop robust global sourcing strategies to provide Nutanix with best-in-class pricing for goods and services.
About the Team
At Nutanix, the Procurement team is a close-knit group that thrives on collaboration and innovation. Comprised of a manager and full-time employees who are located in India and in the US, the team works seamlessly across geographical boundaries. This diverse team dynamically fosters an environment where varied perspectives can flourish, driving better decision-making and strategic sourcing.
You will report to the Manager, Global Strategic Sourcing, who leads while encouraging a culture of open communication and teamwork. In terms of work setup, this role primarily supports remote work, allowing flexibility in your work-life balance.
Your Role
+ Act as the project manager liaising between the business, finance, legal, cybersecurity, and any other stakeholders as required
+ Collaborate with business partners to identify requirements and lead supplier selection activities including conducting RFI's, RFP's, etc. ensuring that a competitive environment is maintained throughout the procurement process
+ Perform benchmarking and drive other market intelligence activities.
+ Lead total cost of ownership analysis and cost modelling.
+ Develop strategic sourcing plans/pipeline looking ahead 12 to 24 months.
+ Participate in the development of supplier negotiation strategy and lead contract and pricing negotiations with vendors.
+ Implement and lead regular supplier business review meetings.
+ Build strong and productive working relationships with stakeholders, business partners, legal and finance.
+ Demonstrate knowledge with respect to procurement concepts, policies and procedures.
+ Ensure compliance to all policies and procedures.
What You Will Bring
+ Excellent negotiation skills and a proven track record for cost savings.
+ The ability to understand and grasp the market, technology, product portfolio, positioning, and competitors to help support business strategy and tactics and to provide recommendations to the business owners.
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