Job title:
IT Strategic Sourcing Manager

Reports to:
CIO

Location: Milan

Experience: +10 years

Job Description:
Responsible for identifying necessary products and services to support daily operations. Play a crucial role in company's operations as well as productivity. She/He has direct responsibility in the identification and management of IT Outsourcers in both delivery and services. Manages the relationship with the sources and define the improvement required.

Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and manage company's overall sourcing strategy
* Do often research to understand company's operations needs and requirements
* Build relationships with vendors and key suppliers
* Negotiate pricing and control costs
* Develop a yearly budget depending on sourcing needs
* Execute analyses and make suggestions for improvement of overall sourcing strategy
* Write sourcing documentation and statements
* Keep abreast of industry and market trends and best practices
* Adhere to all relevant guidelines and regulations

Soft Skills:
* Previous working experience as a Sourcing Manager for 10+ years
* Hands on experience with sourcing software
* Outstanding negotiation abilities
* Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on company's success
* Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
* Team player
* Good time-management skills
* Great communication, interpersonal and networking skills
* Any additional training or certificate will be considered an advantage
* MA in Business Administration, Logistics, or similar relevant field