Strategic Sourcing Lead Jobs

To drive efficient and cost-effective procurement of Capex, Opex, bulk materials, equipment, and services by executing strategic sourcing, contract management, supplier development, and risk mitigation initiatives. The role ensures timely availability of resources, compliance with procurement policies, value optimization, and strong supplier partnerships to support business and project objectives. Source: Adani Group | Job ID: 57361

About the Team The Procurement organization enables OpenAI's mission by ensuring every dollar is spent responsibly, compliantly, and efficiently. Within Procurement, the Center of Excellence (COE) team is responsible for designing and scaling the processes, systems, governance, and operating models that enable Procurement to grow effectively alongside the business. This role partners closely with Procurement and cross-functional teams to simplify how work gets requested, routed, approved, and managed across the spend lifecycle. By combining program leadership, process design, and change enablement, we help Procurement scale while maintaining strong controls and delivering an exceptional experience for employees and business partners. About the Role As Procurement Portfolio & Delivery Lead, you will lead complex, cross-functional initiatives that span Strategic Sourcing, Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Extended Workforce, Travel & Expense, Corporate Card, Risk, Legal, Finance, and Technology teams. You will not only drive project and program execution, but also actively contribute to solution design, requirements development, process optimization, testing, rollout planning, and stakeholder alignment. This is a highly collaborative role for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, can bring structure to ambiguity, and is equally comfortable facilitating executive discussions, building project plans, and rolling up their sleeves to help move initiatives forward. This role is based in San Francisco, CA. We use a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office per week and offer relocation assistance to new employees. In this role, you will: Lead cross-functional procurement transformation programs spanning Strategic Sourcing, P2P, Extended Workforce, T&E, Corporate Card, Risk, and Procurement Systems. Develop and maintain the Procurement transformation roadmap, partnering across teams to identify opportunities, prioritize initiatives, map dependencies, sequence work

Work Flexibility: Hybrid The Sourcing Manager (Hybrid) will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies for defined suppliers and/or commodities for MAKO business unit. You will work to obtain the best quality, service, and value for products and services through effective bidding, negotiation, and supplier management. You will lead the development and implementation of specific strategies and projects related to cost reduction initiatives, supply base and sourcing optimization and rationalization, quality improvement, risk assessment, and contract negotiation. Hybrid located in weekly onsite with the ability to work for home This is a hybrid role. We are seeking a candidate in Weston, FL or surrounding area. The employee is expected to be physically present at a Stryker location on a weekly basis but has the flexibility to work from home. Key Areas of Responsibility Develop best in class strategic sourcing strategies for assigned suppliers and/or commodities in support of business objectives Implement supplier and/or commodity strategy which will include spend/supply assessments, consolidation strategy, sourcing selection, financial and make v’s buy analyses. Develop strong relationships with key suppliers as well as other disciplines within the businesses. Represent the ‘voice of the supplier’ in the organization Negotiate favorable long-term supply contracts and serve as the escalation point in resolving supplier challenges. Identify supply base risk, develop and implement mitigation plans Utilize market trends to identify and implement appropriate cost controls and business strategy changes. Perform cost analyses in partnership with Value Engineering and engage in cost-based negotiations with suppliers. Responsible for assuring cost standards are established

To manage end-to-end procurement activities for Capex, Opex, bulk materials, and services by ensuring timely sourcing, cost optimization, vendor development, contract management, and supplier performance monitoring. The role contributes to achieving organizational objectives through strategic sourcing, efficient procurement processes, risk mitigation, and strong supplier partnerships while supporting power plant operations and project requirements. Source: Adani Group | Job ID: 56470

Role Overview: The Procurement Manager / Senior Manager will be responsible for strategic sourcing, vendor management, contract negotiations, and procurement operations across Administration, Human Resources, and Insurance categories. The role is responsible for delivering cost efficiencies, ensuring service quality, managing supplier risks, and supporting business objectives through effective procurement practices and stakeholder engagement. Key Responsibilities: 1. Procurement & Category Management  Lead procurement for Admin, HR, offsite events, travel, Insurance etc.  Drive sourcing strategies, vendor selection, and commercial negotiations.  Ensure timely PR-to-PO cycle management and adherence to procurement policies. 2. E-Auction & Strategic Sourcing  Plan and execute e-auctions/RFQs to drive competitive pricing and transparency.  Identify suitable categories for e-auctions and maximize cost savings.  Analyze bid data and finalize vendors based on techno-commercial evaluation. 3. Vendor Management & Development  Identify, evaluate, and onboard new vendors.  Maintain strong vendor relationships and monitor performance (SLAs/KPIs).  Drive competitive bidding and cost benchmarking across categories. 4. Commercial & Contract Management  Lead commercial negotiations to achieve cost savings and value optimization.  Draft, review, and finalize contracts/agreements in coordination with legal teams.  Ensure compliance with organizational policies and audit requirements. 5. Stakeholder Management  Collaborate with internal teams (Admin, HR, Business, Finance) to understand requirements.  Provide procurement advisory and ensure alignment with business objectives. 6. Process, ERP & Governance  Manage end-to-end procurement lifecycle on ERP platforms (PR creation, PO issuance etc).  Monitor PR/PO aging and drive timely closures.  Drive process improvements and automation initiatives. Key Requirements:  8–12+ years of relevant e

About the role: We are looking for a talented and experienced University Recruiter, Contractor based in San Francisco to join our team and participate in the hiring process from beginning to end. You’ll be working directly with our hiring partners, recruiters and candidates to create a personal and positive recruiting experience. You will: Support Scale’s University Recruiting strategy: assist with the hiring process for our Internship and New Grad programs. Manage the full-cycle recruiting strategy and process including, but not limited to, sourcing, screening, interview process, closing and more. Understand what makes a great profile for our University roles and drive strategic sourcing and candidate engagement strategies to build strong and diverse pools of candidates. Cultivate relationships with students across partnered universities and develop positive relationships with faculty, staff, and student organizations as part of a well-researched recruiting strategy. Collaborate closely with various leaders across the organization in understanding and meeting their intern and new grad hiring needs. Work from the San Francisco office 3x per week. You have: 4+ years of full-cycle university recruiting experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, managing high-volume hiring. Experience in managing/leading all aspects of recruiting strategy for hard-to-fill, competitive positions. Passionate about campus recruiting and strong believer in bringing early career talent to Scale. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent negotiation tactics, and market knowledge. You have the ability to work with multiple departments, including remote teams, and build strong personal networks across our complex organization. Proven ability in attracting and sourcing both passive and active candidates (aka future graduates) across Bachelors, Masters, and PhD programs. Utilizing data to perform analysis, garner insights, and set goals. A flexible, adapt

About the Role We’re seeking an Associate General Counsel to lead commercial legal strategy and execution for OpenAI’s silicon initiatives and the semiconductor ecosystem that supports our AI infrastructure. This is a senior, highly cross-functional role for a lawyer who can advise business and technical leaders across the semiconductor development, manufacturing, and supply lifecycle. The role will partner closely with silicon engineering, infrastructure, strategic sourcing, supply chain, manufacturing, finance, partnerships, IP, policy, regulatory, and trade compliance teams to structure and negotiate strategic arrangements with semiconductor ecosystem partners, technology providers, and critical suppliers. This person will help establish the commercial frameworks needed to protect OpenAI’s technology and support resilient, scalable commercial arrangements. We’re looking for an experienced technology transactions lawyer with meaningful semiconductor industry experience who can translate highly technical and operational issues into practical commercial structures. The ideal candidate combines strong judgment, commercial creativity, and the ability to lead complex, high-value transactions in a fast-moving and complex global ecosystem. This role is based in San Francisco, CA. We use a hybrid work model of 3-days in the office per week and offer relocation assistance to new employees. This role will: Lead commercial legal strategy and risk management for OpenAI’s silicon and related technology initiatives. Advise senior business, engineering, sourcing, and operational stakeholders on strategic relationships, commercial priorities, and complex transactions. Draft, negotiate, and advise on sophisticated development, manufacturing, supply, licensing, services, and strategic partnership agreements. Structure commercial arrangements that support long-term business and operational requirements. Advise on the commercial and operational issues that arise across the developmen

We’re looking for someone to join the Datadog Procurement team and help expand the Strategic Sourcing group. Make an impact by being a trusted analyst in several buying categories and continue to prove the value that Strategic Sourcing brings to the organization. At Datadog, we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them. What You’ll Do: Leverage AI tools (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT) to enhance market research, accelerate data analysis, and improve efficiency in sourcing workflows Identify opportunities to incorporate automation and AI into procurement processes to drive scalability and smarter decision-making Support and execute sourcing strategies directed by sourcing managers with a specific focus in G&A categories (People Team, Finance, Legal, Real Estate) Develop strong relationships with stakeholders and assist teams to independently evaluate their best practices and adopt a value-driven mindset when purchasing on behalf of the organization Lead and execute Sourcing events (RFx) Negotiate pricing and other business terms with vendors on net-new purchases and renewals Manage the renewals list for designated categories and ensure accuracy of information and proactive communication Analyze spend data and identify potential cost savings opportunities Create pricing models based on vendor proposals to quantify various buying scenarios Build license forecast models and utilization analyses for enterprise software renewals to help uncover usage and savings opportunities Collaboratively align with adjacent functions like FP&A on utilization and forecast models Operate effectively in ambiguous or evolving problem spaces, helping bring structure, clarity, and forward momentum to loosely defined sourcing initiatives Monitor market trends that impact spend categories and

Position Summary: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced IT Procurement Professional with 8–10 years of proven expertise in strategic IT procurement, including substantial experience managing procurement activities across the European region. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of leading end-to-end sourcing initiatives for IT hardware, software, cloud technologies, SaaS applications, telecommunications, and technology services. This role requires expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract negotiations, cost optimization, and procurement governance, while ensuring compliance with organizational policies and applicable European regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities:  Lead end-to-end procurement of IT products and services across the Europe region from local vendors.  Develop and execute sourcing strategies for software, cloud services, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity solutions, telecom, and professional services across the Europe region from local vendors.  Manage strategic sourcing initiatives, including RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract finalization.  Collaborate closely with IT, Information Security, Finance, Legal, and business stakeholders to understand business requirements and deliver timely, value-driven procurement solutions.  Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, SLAs, licensing models, payment terms, and contract renewals to maximize business value.  Build and manage relationships with global and regional technology vendors and service providers.  Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, contractual obligations, and applicable European regulations such as GDPR, DORA, CRA etc  Partner closely with IT, Information Security, Finance, Legal, and business stakeholders to understand procurement requirements and deliver timely sourcing support.  Drive supplier performance reviews, vendor governance, and continuous improvement initiatives.  Monitor

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all . Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever. The Global Procurement team drives Micron's growth through strategic sourcing, cost optimization, supplier partnerships, and supply chain resiliency initiatives. Leveraging data-driven insights, market intelligence, and innovative technologies, the team delivers value across Micron's global operations while fostering a collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and professional development. As a Category Supplier Management Intern, you will support category management and strategic sourcing initiatives that drive business value across Micron's global procurement organization. You will gain hands-on experience in cost analysis, supplier management, category strategy development, sourcing activities, and AI-enabled process improvements while partnering with procurement professionals and business partners worldwide. Responsibilities Support category management and strategic sourcing activities through market research, supplier analysis, benchmarking, and category strategy development. Assist with cost analysis, should-cost modeling, and market intelligence activities to identify savings opportunities and support business decisions. Collaborate with Category Managers, suppliers, and internal partners to support procurement objectives and supplier relationship management efforts. Analyze sourcing trends, supplier performance, and procurement metrics to develop recommendations and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Support AI adoption initiatives by identifying u

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all . Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever. The Global Procurement team drives Micron's growth through strategic sourcing, cost optimization, supplier partnerships, and supply chain resiliency initiatives. Using data-driven insights, market intelligence, and AI-enabled solutions, the team delivers value across Micron's global operations while fostering a collaborative culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement. As a Procurement Cost Analyst Intern, you will support procurement initiatives that improve decision-making and deliver value across construction and capital project categories. You will gain hands-on experience in cost analysis, should-cost modeling, market intelligence, benchmarking, and AI-enabled process improvements while partnering with global procurement and business teams. Responsibilities Support cost analysis and should-cost modeling activities for construction, facilities, tool installation, equipment, and related procurement categories. Gather, analyze, and summarize market intelligence, pricing data, benchmarks, and industry trends to support procurement strategies and business decisions. Collaborate with Category Managers, Program Managers, and business partners to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements. Assist with procurement analytics, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and category performance. Leverage AI-enabled tools and technologies to support data analysis, process automation, benchmarking activities, and procure

About the Team OpenAI's Industrial Compute organization is building the world's most advanced AI infrastructure ecosystem. In partnership with leading cloud providers, hardware manufacturers, utilities, construction partners, and internal engineering organizations, we are delivering hyperscale AI campuses that power the next generation of frontier AI models. Infrastructure Delivery Operations sits at the center of this effort. Our team develops the operating model that connects infrastructure strategy, supply planning, manufacturing operations, and delivery into a single, integrated system that enables OpenAI to deploy AI infrastructure predictably at scale. We partner across Hardware Engineering, Network Engineering, Capacity Delivery, Hardware Operations, Security, Finance, Strategic Sourcing, and external infrastructure partners to create a single, integrated view of program health. Through governance, operational analytics, executive reporting, and scalable operating mechanisms, we enable leaders to proactively manage risk, optimize capacity, and deliver infrastructure predictably at Industrial Compute speed. About the Role We are seeking a Technical Program Manager, Infrastructure Delivery Operations to drive integrated strategy and delivery across OpenAI's rapidly expanding AI infrastructure portfolio. This role sits at the intersection of infrastructure strategy, New Product Introduction (NPI), supply planning, manufacturing operations, and infrastructure delivery. You will lead highly cross-functional programs spanning engineering, supply planning, manufacturing, logistics, construction, commissioning, and operations, ensuring technical and operational dependencies remain synchronized from planning through production readiness. Beyond driving program execution, you will leverage operational insights to improve capacity planning, infrastructure strategy, and deployment readiness. You will also help operationalize new technologies and suppliers by partnering w

About the Team OpenAI's Industrial Compute organization is building the world's most advanced AI infrastructure ecosystem. Through strategic partnerships and self-built campuses, we are scaling one of the world's fastest-growing AI infrastructure platforms. The Supply Chain organization ensures critical infrastructure components—from compute systems and networking equipment to integrated rack solutions—are sourced, manufactured, qualified, and delivered with the speed and reliability required to support frontier AI development. We partner closely with Hardware Engineering, Manufacturing Quality Engineering, Infrastructure Delivery, Hardware Operations, Finance, and suppliers worldwide to build a resilient, scalable supply chain capable of supporting rapid infrastructure expansion. As Industrial Compute continues to grow, Supply Chain serves as the operational bridge between engineering innovation and large-scale infrastructure deployment. About the Role We are seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead strategic execution across sourcing, supplier operations, manufacturing quality, and infrastructure delivery for OpenAI's AI infrastructure portfolio. This role will oversee a multidisciplinary team responsible for strategic sourcing, manufacturing quality engineering, and technical program management while partnering closely with engineering, finance, hardware operations, and deployment teams. You will drive supplier strategy, manufacturing readiness, production planning, quality performance, and operational execution across the full hardware lifecycle. Success requires balancing long-term supplier strategy with day-to-day execution. You'll establish scalable operating mechanisms, strengthen supplier partnerships, manage complex cross-functional programs, and ensure OpenAI can rapidly deploy AI infrastructure without compromising quality, cost, or reliability. This is a people leadership role responsible for developing a high-performing organization while driving operati

We are seeking a highly skilled Recruiter to join our Go To Market (GTM) Talent Acquisition team in the United States. This individual will bring deep sourcing capability, strong market insights, and proven recruiting experience to identify and engage top talent across strategic roles, with a focus on Customer and Go-to-Market functions (Solution Consulting, Customer Success, Professional Services, and Support). The ideal candidate brings experience building talent pipelines through proactive outreach, targeted market research, and thoughtful partnership with hiring managers, while delivering a high-touch candidate and stakeholder experience throughout the recruiting process. This is a six-month remote contract role based in the United States. Key Responsibilities Full-Cycle Recruiting: Manage the full recruitment lifecycle across multiple roles and business units, partnering closely with hiring managers to drive search strategy, candidate engagement, interview process management and offer execution Strategic Sourcing: Proactively identify and engage top talent through advanced sourcing techniques, including Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter Gem, Greenhouse, referrals, and professional networking. Build pipelines of qualified talent with a strong focus on passive candidates and hard-to-reach profiles Candidate Experience: Deliver a high-touch, highly responsive candidate experience from initial outreach through offer stage, ensuring clear communication, strong follow-through, and a professional representation of the MongoDB brand Market Mapping & Talent Intelligence: Develop a clear view of talent markets, industry trends, and hiring dynamics to shape search strategy and inform hiring decisions Stakeholder Partnership: Partner closely with hiring managers and business leaders

Who we are About Stripe Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies—from the world's largest enterprises to the most ambitious startups—use Stripe to accept payments, grow their revenue, and accelerate new business opportunities. Our mission is to increase the GDP of the internet, and we have a staggering amount of work ahead. That means you have an unprecedented opportunity to put the global economy within everyone's reach while doing the most important work of your career. About the team The Procurement team provides services to the businesses that are the backbone for Stripe. Stripe's newly revamped broader Procurement organization consists of Third Party Risk, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Deal Management, Procurement Enablement, AP and T&E. To facilitate supplier deals with Strategic Sourcing and the business, we created a new Supplier Deal Management (SDM) team in 2022. This instrumental function builds an efficient supplier contracting process, reduces friction for business leaders, works in partnership with TPRM and Legal to minimize risk, and increases the velocity at which Stripe can engage key suppliers. SDM's mission is to drive agreements efficiently via appropriate channels, bringing structure to the overall contracting process in partnership with stakeholders while providing a customized and guided user experience and effectively managing value and risk for Stripe. What you'll do We're looking for a Supplier Deal Management Specialist to join our growing team. This individual will help us improve the user experience by processing and reviewing supplier contracting requests according to the following steps: Intake FAQ—Answer initial questions and educate DRIs on the overall risk assessment and supplier contracting process Contract Preparation—Conduct initial review of contractual terms (or assemble appropriate Stripe templates) and prepare agreements for legal review according to defined guidelines Partner wit