Senior Sourcing Specialist

Senior Sourcing Specialist

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Category Management.
• 3+ years of experience in the Workplace / Facilities category
• Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record of achieving cost savings.
• Experience with global procurement, supplier management, and contract negotiations.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and drive projects to completion.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making capabilities.
• Proficiency in strategic sourcing methodologies, including spend analysis, category strategy development, and supplier selection.
• Understanding of finance/accounting principles related to procurement.
• Understanding of the core functions of procurement in a Workplace/Facilities category
• Ability to develop sourcing strategies while also diving deep into contract details.
• Experience with supplier performance management and QBRs.
• Experience in working and negotiating with Workplace/Facilities vendors in the categories of : Construction, IFM, Janitorial, Catering + others.
• Experience in supporting multiple categories of spend, across a global company.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to optimize supplier selection, cost savings, and contract terms.
• Drive stakeholder compliance with the Snowflake procurement policy and processes.
• Lead and manage the end-to-end procurement process, including RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs, evaluating supplier responses and negotiating agreements.
• Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives by analyzing spend data, supplier market trends, and business requirements.
• Conduct total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis and develop cost models to drive optimal procurement decisions.
• Partner with business units and FP&A to align procurement activities with budget goals and financial targets.
• Lead and support supplier evaluation, selection, development, and retention to ensure Snowflake is working with the best-in-class providers.
• Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with key suppliers and internal stakeholders to assess performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and track supplier performance metrics, ensuring compliance with negotiated SLAs and quality standards.
• Lead contract negotiations, drafting, and redlining to secure favorable terms that align with Snowflake’s business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, mitigating potential risks in supplier agreements.
• Collaborate with Legal and Finance teams to streamline the contracting process and manage supplier risk effectively.
• Provide strategic analysis and reporting on current and future procurement activities.
• Track and measure procurement performance to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for process improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.