Head of Strategic Sourcing & Category Management, Procurement
Company: Relativity ODA LLC
Location: New York
Posted on: March 12, 2025
Job Description:
Head of Strategic Sourcing & Category Management,
ProcurementHead of Strategic Sourcing & Category Management,
ProcurementApply remote type Business Operations locations Chicago
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3 Days Ago job requisition id 25-0177Posting TypeHybridJob
OverviewAt Relativity, we build the most innovative and
comprehensive tools for making sense of unstructured data. Our
people are our best asset, and they play an important part in our
mission to organize data, discover the truth, and act on it. The
Head of Strategic Sourcing & Category Management will lead a team
of Category Managers to develop cost-reducing strategies, negotiate
agreements, and manage supplier relationships. This strategic
leader will optimize sourcing, purchasing, and vendor management,
drive cost-saving initiatives, and ensure procurement aligns with
organizational goals. Through innovative sourcing solutions, a
focus on continuous improvement in our processes and strategic
negotiations, this role is critical to support Relativity's overall
organizational growth. The Head of Strategic Sourcing & Category
Management will work in collaboration with key internal
stakeholders and report to the Sr. Director of Business
Administration (Procurement, Real Estate, and Workplace
Operations).Job Description and Requirements
- Collaborates with Internal Stakeholders: Streamlines
procurement processes and aligns initiatives with business
objectives across operations, finance, and legal.
- Manages Indirect Procurement: Leads end-to-end procurement for
Indirect categories including Software, Hardware, SaaS, Services,
Cloud, and related categories and takes on ad-hoc projects as
assigned.
- Leads Sourcing Processes: Manages RFI/RFP preparation and
execution by understanding stakeholder needs and translating them
into relevant sourcing documents.
- Builds Stakeholder Relationships: Engages with Adjacent
Partners and Business Stakeholders to review sourcing strategies,
vendor performance, and evolving business needs.
- Oversees Vendor Management: Maintains vendor relationships,
manages supplier performance, and handles contract renewals and
price renegotiations.
- Manages Software Licensing: Conducts regular license audits,
collaborates with vendors to adjust licenses, and ensures accurate
billing.
- Evaluates Tech Solutions: Assesses software and hardware
options, provides strategic recommendations, and ensures vendor
compliance with security standards.
- Coordinates with Accounting: Verifies vendor billing accuracy
in collaboration with the accounting team.
- Implements Procurement Strategies: Defines procurement
policies, optimizes processes for efficiency, and mitigates
risks.
- Supports Cross-Functional Teams: Engages stakeholders in
sourcing strategy development and addresses conflicts between
requirements and sourcing strategies.
- Builds Supplier Networks: Establishes reliable supplier
relationships, leveraging them for warranties and discounts.
- Tracks and Reports Spending: Develops tracking mechanisms and
KPIs, monitors compliance, and reports insights to senior
management.
- Leads Complex Negotiations: Executes strategic negotiations
with suppliers to maximize cost savings.
- Drives Cost Efficiency: Identifies cost reduction opportunities
and optimizes inventory levels based on demand and lead times.
- Leads and Develops Team: Mentors a high-performing procurement
team to support organizational growth.Relativity is committed to
competitive, fair, and equitable compensation practices.This
position is eligible for total compensation which includes a
competitive base salary, an annual performance bonus, and long-term
incentives.The expected salary range for this role is
between:$129,000 and $193,000The final offered salary will be based
on several factors, including but not limited to the candidate's
depth of experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay
equity. Hiring at the top end of the range would not be typical, to
allow for future meaningful salary growth in this position.About
UsWe're solving big data challenges in the legal tech industry, and
we're always looking for more people to join us on the journey. At
Relativity, you'll learn cross-functional skills to grow your
career and have the chance to make a big impact on our customers,
our industry, and our communities. We admire and value our
employees, so it's no surprise that our hiring process is designed
to help us really get to know you - and for you to get to know us,
too.
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