.Commodity Management Specialist - IT Software / SaaS / Cloud The Digital Technology (DT) Sourcing Team is responsible for developing global sourcing strategies and delivering upon savings targets. We work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and suppliers to negotiate technology (IT) related agreements and achieve cost-savings targets year over year by building strong business relationships, analyzing market conditions and spend analytics to develop the best possible sourcing solution. Partner with the bestAs a key contributor and member of the Digital Technology Sourcing team, you'll be responsible for a portfolio of software (on-prem, SaaS, Cloud, etc.) suppliers. You will work with talented technology leaders and key stakeholders to identify sourcing projects, create sourcing strategies, negotiate agreements, and achieve savings targets. As a Lead Sourcing Specialist - Digital Technology Commodity Management, you will be responsible for: Contributing and leading category strategy, spend analysis and pipeline development.Achieving cost savings through execution of category and supplier strategies, execution of strategic sourcing methodologies, supplier and category spend information and supplier optimization.Leading commercial negotiations and/or bids to deliver value and risk mitigation for key stakeholders.Advising and communicating with others regarding status of projects, process compliance, business procedures, and policies.Serving as a business partner to key stakeholders and cross-functional teams; Finance, Legal, Cyber Security, Data Privacy, Vendor Management, etc. to achieve business outcomes.Building relationships with key suppliers and other partners as needed to advance business requirements and achieve internal customer satisfaction.Contribute thought leadership to improve processes, policies, and sourcing projects while leading a portfolio of sourcing projects and related activities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. To be successful in this role you will: Have a bachelor's degree from an accredited university.Have a minimum of 5 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing and/or Category Management with demonstrated experience negotiating global software and cloud technologies agreements.Have fluent English both verbal and written.Enjoy working in a fast-paced, global environment. Desired Characteristics: Show clear understanding of how to negotiate with software and cloud services suppliers to mitigate risk and achieve savings targets.Be able to work with global teams in a virtual, multi-faceted environment.Have a strong work ethic and be highly responsive with a sense of urgency to close contracts, projects, and requests.Have demonstrated leadership abilities and be comfortable leading cross-functional sourcing teams and coordinate several projects simultaneously.Strong communicator who is able to write clearly and deliver presentations at all levels of the organization