Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager, IT Software & Services

The Indirect Sourcing Team connects Zoox with  all of the resources it needs to build mobility from the ground up! We manage the sourcing, negotiation, and execution of contracts and strategic partnerships that enable Zoox.   This Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager will help to establish, grow, and scale the foundation IT, Software and IT services at Zoox You will be given the autonomy and voice to truly act as a strategic partner with cross-functional stakeholders and IT colleagues. In this role, you will be at the forefront of developing solutions to bring the Zoox vision to life and solving go-to-market challenges for autonomous vehicles and rider experiences. We are looking for a candidate who enjoys working on projects from start to finish, diving deep to understand engineering and user experience challenges, and partnering closely with stakeholders to think through complex questions on the forefront of autonomous mobility In this role, you will:

Support and guide various departments in procuring our IT Software, Hardware, and Services.

Focus on CRM, ERP, SaaS & related procurements to support Zoox’s operational scaling and efficiency.

Support Zoox’s market growth by establishing and maintaining strategic relationships and procurement opportunities.

Guide and inform internal stakeholders regarding supplier selection and management.

Identify sourcing alternatives to drive efficiencies via benchmarking, competitive quotes, and by creating areas for change.

Negotiate the cost and other terms and conditions to create a total cost of ownership that is a catalyst for Zoox.

Ensure a smooth source-to-pay process by working with the stakeholders and the finance team throughout the product lifecycle

Qualifications: Bonus Qualifications: Please note that this role does require a hybrid presence in our Foster City, CA office 3 days per week.   We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.   We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.