Strategic Sourcing Manager - IT Software & Security

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The procurement department is a fast paced environment and requires a high level of organizational skills, efficient use of time and the ability to perform under pressure while managing multiple RFP projects to meet critical deadlines. Our Strategic Sourcing Manager will be responsible for strategic sourcing across the IT vertical and focus on INFOSEC to support key initiatives to improve our security infrastructure. They will lead the RFP process and must have keen analysis skills with strong sourcing expertise to manage complex negotiations.

The procurement team is responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, data & analytics, outsourcing, commercial review, and contract management across Workiva. We are currently in search of a Strategic Sourcing Manager to join our team.

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will be responsible for developing and executing RFx activities with a high focus on Security Operations and IT Software commodities. The Strategic Sourcing Manager will interface and foster a collaborative environment with cross functional teams worldwide. This role requires exceptional verbal and written communication, strong organizational, and time management skills.

What You'll Do

  • Lead and execute long term agreements through formal RFx methodologies.

  • Analyze spend data and industry dynamics to identify, prioritize, and launch sourcing initiatives

  • Establish positive relationships across the business units to ensure active and early participation in supplier related matters

  • Collaborates with business stakeholders to understand requirements and current gaps and challenges to develop best strategic sourcing strategies

  • Lead supplier contract renewals and leverage competitive pricing, quality and customer service

  • Develop strategic relationships with existing or new key suppliers and ensure appropriate engagement levels exist to drive partnership objectives

  • Identify process improvements to increase efficiencies and maximize spend opportunity.

  • Improve and maximize Workiva's financial position through the price, payment terms, and other terms & conditions negotiations

  • Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on business initiatives and procurement strategies

  • Coaches and mentors other members of the procurement team on procurement and sourcing best practices

What You'll Need

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Law, Information Technology or a related program or equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field

Skills

  • Expert in negotiation skills in both financial and business matters, including commercial terms and risk mitigation for strategic contracts

  • Experience managing and negotiating large, enterprise-wide contracts

  • Must have a high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation

  • Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, changing environment

  • Exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.

  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

  • Creative problem solver and ability to build relationships across teams and with vendors

Experience

  • Minimum of 5 years of Strategic Sourcing experience focused on IT projects for software and services

  • Experienced with the execution of the RFx development from bid to contract execution

  • Demonstrate success with managing a project/program to completion

  • Experience with contract lifecycle management system

  • Experience using an eProcurement platform, procure-to-pay process

  • Experience with international procurement is a plus

  • Proven success in sourcing, negotiating, and delivery of contracts, with an emphasis in enterprise software related purchases

  • Experience with software contract rationalization supporting acquisitions

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

  • Reliable internet access for any period of time working remotely, not in a Workiva office

How You'll Be Rewarded

  • Pay Range in Colorado: $93,000 - $120,000

  • A discretionary bonus typically paid annually

  • Restricted Stock Units granted at time of hire

The base pay range represents the low and high end of the hiring range for this job. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, and capabilities.

Where You’ll Work

Our values drive how we work and who we hire. You will see these values ingrained in how we support our customers, work with team members, build our products and in the work environment we’ve created.

  • Customer Success: Always delight our customers.

  • Trust: Rely on each other. 

  • Integrity: Do the right thing, every time. 

  • Collaboration: Share resources and work together. 

  • Innovation: Keep creating solutions and finding better ways. 

  • Inclusion: Support a diverse community where we all belong. 

  • Accountability: Be responsible for your success and failure.

We believe our people are our greatest asset, and our unique culture gives employees the opportunity to make an impact everyday. We give our employees the freedom and resources they need—backed by our culture of collaboration and diverse thought—to continue innovating and breaking new ground. We hire talented people with a wide range of skills and experiences who are eager to tackle some of today’s most challenging problems.

At Workiva, you’ll enjoy: 

  • Fantastic Benefits: With coverage starting day one, choose from competitive health, dental, and vision plans on the largest physician networks available.

  • Casual Dress: Workiva has a casual work environment, most people wear jeans to the office.

  • Involvement: Ability to participate in Employee Resource Groups, (Women in Tech, Women in Sales, Ethnic Diversity, Veterans, Rainbow (LGBTQ), Remote Employees, Caregiving) Volunteering, Company wide celebrations, and more

  • Work-life Balance: We have competitive PTO, VTO and Parental Leave. We encourage employees to spend time enjoying life outside of work.


Learn more about life at Workiva: www.linkedin.com/showcase/workiva-life-and-careers/

Learn more about the company: https://www.linkedin.com/company/workiva/

Learn more about benefits: https://www.workiva.com/careers/benefits


Workiva is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We believe that great minds think differently. We value diversity of backgrounds, beliefs, and interests, and we recognize diversity as an important source of intellectual thought, varied perspective, and innovation. Employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other protected characteristic.

Workiva is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email [email protected].

Workiva supports employees in working where they work best - either from an office or remotely from any location within their country of employment. Effective October 18, 2021, proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required to visit any Workiva office, attend in-person meetings, or travel for business purposes.

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What are Workiva Perks + Benefits

Workiva Benefits Overview

When you join Workiva, you get a world-class benefits package for you and your family. On day one, every full-time employee starts with stock options, vacation, and the opportunity to enroll in our discounted stock purchase plan.

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision care plans; life and disability insurance; and 12 weeks of paid parental leave. With a casual dress code, support for health and wellness, and flexible work hours, we’ve got you covered for whatever life brings.

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Open office floor plan
Flexible work schedule
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Mandated unconscious bias training
Diversity manifesto
Diversity employee resource groups
We have seven employee resource groups that are formed around a shared interest or common goal. These groups are designed to support their members and cultivate a more diverse & inclusive workspace.
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Wellness programs
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Company equity
Employee stock purchase plan
Performance bonus
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Generous parental leave
We provide up to 12 weeks of parental leave for the primary caretaker. Workiva also provides 12 weeks of leave for the secondary caretaker.
Family medical leave
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Generous PTO
Paid volunteer time
Paid holidays
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Free snacks and drinks
Some meals provided
Company-sponsored happy hours
Pet friendly
Onsite gym
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Workiva offers employees professional development opportunities like Onsite training courses, The ability to attend job related conferences and seminars.
Promote from within
Continuing education available during work hours

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