Program Manager (Non-IT) - Expert

Role: Sourcing Manager / Category SMELocation: Quincy, MA 02171Duration: 6+ Months ContractJOB DESCRIPTIONWho we are looking forThe contractor will be an important role within Global Procurement Team and responsible for the preparation, analysis, negotiation and finalization of the end-to-end Procurement process for software and cloud engagements. This sourcing manager will support/be a part of the global, regional and local category sourcing strategies working with our global IT vendors. This role will be based in Boston out of our Quincy and One Congress offices involving a large amount of face to face stakeholder engagement and vendor negotiation.What you will be responsible forAs Sourcing Manager / Category SME – Software, Cyber and Cloud you willPerform 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 renegotiationSupport our transactional team (based in China and India) in support of contract renewals with an annual value of $1m or aboveDraft and negotiation Master License and Cloud agreements with support from LegalNegotiate IT security schedules with support from IT Security and Legal SMEsCoordinate, prepare and manage RFx/competitive bids to optimize cost and serviceAll duties must be performed in accordance with prescribed regulatory compliance guidelinesQuickly learn the client’s end to end process, and work within the guidelines to gain saving and delivery resultsWhat we value These skills will help you succeed in this roleA number of years (10+) strategic sourcing experience in IT related spend is a must with referenceable knowledge in cloud softwareA strong understanding of all facets of global IT vendorsProven track record of delivering P&L saving projectsShould have strong commercial skills and be able to deliver cost effective outcomes Top level negotiation skills with ability to influence cross-functionallyUnderstanding of best in class procurement, risk, Information Security and payable processesProven self-starter who can work independently and within a team while effectively juggling multiple prioritiesPersonal resilience to work within an extremely fast-paced, ambiguous environmentEstablished written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage challenging stakeholders diplomaticallyGood presentation skills and a keen eye for detail a must