Description

• A number of years (10+) strategic sourcing experience in IT related spend is a must with referenceable knowledge in cloud software
• A strong understanding of all facets of global IT vendors
• Proven track record of delivering P&L saving projects
• Should have strong commercial skills and be able to deliver cost effective outcomes
• Top level negotiation skills with ability to influence cross-functionally
• Understanding of best in class procurement, risk, Information Security and payable processes
• Proven self-starter who can work independently and within a team while effectively juggling multiple priorities
• Personal resilience to work within an extremely fast-paced, ambiguous environment
• Established written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage challenging stakeholders diplomatically
• Good presentation skills and a keen eye for detail a must

JOB DESCRIPTION

• As Sourcing Manager / Category SME Software, Cyber and Cloud you will
• Perform direct negotiations and manage large and complex agreements. You will be expected to manage a large negotiation including scoping and legal drafting. This will be around 50% of your time. There are two roles: one will be focused on a traditional Infrastructure software product; the second will be a large transformation project within our Investor Services business.
• The remained of the time will be to provide support across the team including:
• Delivery of saving opportunities through contract renegotiation
• Support our transactional team (based in China and India) in support of contract renewals with an annual value of $1m or above
• Draft and negotiation Master License and Cloud agreements with support from Legal
• Negotiate IT security schedules with support from IT Security and Legal SMEs
• Coordinate, prepare and manage RFx/competitive bids to optimize cost and service
• All duties must be performed in accordance with prescribed regulatory compliance guidelines
• Quickly learn the State Street end to end process, and work within the guidelines to gain saving and delivery results

Key Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree