Sourcing Category Manager – Software
Baker Hughes (company site, opens in a new tab)7+ yrsBengaluru, PuneOn-siteDirect career pageEst. 14–25 LPA
Posted 10h ago
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Job description
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About This Role
- Lead the software sourcing team to develop and execute annual and long-term sourcing strategies for software categories including On-Prem, SaaS, and Cloud.
- Drive cost savings targets through managing RF(x) processes, commercial contract negotiations, and supplier risk mitigation.
- Collaborate with IT, legal, finance, and business stakeholders to ensure compliance, track KPIs, and manage multiple sourcing projects in a global environment.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
- Minimum 7 years of experience leading IT/technology sourcing activities specifically for software categories (On-Prem, SaaS, Cloud).
- Experience in negotiating and redlining software contracts.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Experienced in strategic sourcing and contract negotiation for software within a global corporate environment.
- Able to integrate data-driven insights to formulate software category plans and support stakeholder business needs.
- Comfortable managing multiple projects and collaborating cross-functionally, including with IT, legal, and finance teams, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.