Strategic Sourcing Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Italy.

📋 Description

• Lead negotiations for single-source agreements and competitive RFPs across various technology and services spending categories.

• Negotiate tiered discounts, pricing structures, and commercial terms with technology and service providers.

• Develop complex Statements of Work with agency fee allocations linked to measurable delivery milestones and performance metrics.

• Standardize contractor rate cards and enforce labor caps for staff augmentation and external consulting projects.

• Execute market analysis to guide sourcing strategies and benchmark pricing.

• Draft, review, and enhance contract terms in collaboration with Legal, Security, and Finance teams.

• Foster and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders.

• Ensure alignment between sourcing strategies and overarching organizational objectives.

• Manage the entire sourcing lifecycle from market analysis and RFP execution to contract drafting and vendor onboarding.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or vendor management.

• Specialized knowledge in technology categories such as Cloud, SaaS, IT Services, and Staffing.

• Outstanding negotiation abilities with a proven track record of achieving cost reductions and favorable commercial agreements.

• Comprehensive understanding of contract frameworks, especially milestone-based SOWs and standardized labor rate cards.

• Strong analytical capabilities to assess market trends, pricing models, and total cost of ownership.

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Capacity to influence cross-functional teams in a dynamic, remote-first environment.

• Proficient in managing full sourcing processes independently, without reliance on outdated ERP systems.

• Proficient English communication skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Work remotely from any location globally.

• Collaborate with a diverse global team.

• Opportunity to engage in the fintech sector.

• Chance to work alongside leading industry experts.