Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager - Technology

Responsibilities

• Category Management:
  Develop and execute category strategies for telecommunications, network services (LAN/WAN/Wireless), cloud platforms (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), and enterprise architecture solutions.
• Strategic Sourcing:
  Lead end‑to‑end sourcing initiatives, including RFI/RFP processes, competitive bidding, supplier evaluation, selection, and onboarding.
• Vendor Negotiations:
  Structure and negotiate complex contracts, MSAs, licensing agreements, and service‑level agreements (SLAs) for large‑scale technology programs.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with Technology, Architecture, Infrastructure, Security, Legal, and Finance teams to align sourcing activities with technical roadmaps and strategic initiatives.
• Technology Interdependencies:
  Understand how telecom, cloud, network, and application ecosystems interact and influence sourcing strategies and risk mitigation.
• Cost Optimization & Value Creation:
  Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve service levels, and enable innovation across technology categories.
• Risk Management:
  
  Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, security standards, and operational resilience principles throughout sourcing engagements.
• Supplier Performance Management:
  Implement and manage supplier governance programs, QBRs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Market Intelligence:
  Monitor technology trends, supplier landscape shifts, emerging providers, and pricing benchmarks to inform strategy.
• Data & Reporting:
  Track savings, TCO, vendor consolidation efforts, and strategic sourcing KPIs for reporting to leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, information technology, engineering, or a related field; MBA or relevant certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) a plus.
• 8+ years of indirect sourcing, vendor management, or technology procurement experience, specifically within telecom, networking, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise technology domains.
• Deep experience negotiating with telecom providers, cloud service vendors (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), network hardware/software suppliers, and managed service providers (MSPs).
• Strong understanding of technology architecture principles and interconnected technology dependencies across the enterprise.
• Skilled in negotiating complex, multi‑layered technology contracts, including pricing models, consumption‑based agreements, and hybrid cloud contracts.
• Knowledge of key telecom/network technologies (MPLS, SD‑WAN, UCaaS, Wi‑Fi 6, 5G, etc.) and cloud‑native infrastructure.
• Sourcing experience in supply chain technology platforms and processes, complemented by knowledge of distribution center operations.
• Proven track record in driving large‑scale RFPs, vendor consolidation efforts, and TCO optimizations.
• Experience using e‑sourcing platforms and procurement technologies (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa, Ivalua).
• Executive presence with the ability to influence and communicate effectively at all organizational levels, including C‑level technology and business leaders.

• Familiarity with enterprise cybersecurity and risk frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) as they relate to sourcing.
• Experience supporting IT transformation, third‑party service providers, cloud migration, and telecom modernization programs.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, matrixed, and high‑growth environment.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to turn complex technical inputs into actionable sourcing strategies.

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $ – $ per year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time of hire. New hires starting base pay generally falls in the bottom half of the range. In addition to base pay, eligible roles may receive merit increases, annual bonuses, sales incentives, and long‑term incentives.

• Healthcare benefits
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• Basic life insurance
• Wellness benefits

Applicants must be able to pass a drug test and a post‑offer background check.

Ingram Micro Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.