Sourcing Manager

🚀 We're Hiring: Senior Associate Sourcing Manager | Costa Rica (Hybrid)Are you passionate about procurement, strategic sourcing, and supplier negotiations? We're looking for a Senior Associate Sourcing Manager to join a dynamic team and play a critical role in driving sourcing excellence across software and technology spend categories.📍 Location: Costa Rica (Hybrid) 📅 Duration: 12 Months+ (Potential extension or conversion based on business needs, budget, headcount, and performance) 🎥 Interview Process: 2-3 Virtual Interview Rounds via ZoomAbout the RoleAs a Senior Associate Sourcing Manager, you will support the end-to-end Source-to-Pay process, managing a high volume of low-to-medium spend sourcing projects. This role requires strong procurement expertise, contract negotiation skills, and the ability to assess and mitigate supplier risks while delivering cost-effective sourcing solutions.If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working with stakeholders, suppliers, and procurement teams to drive business value, we'd love to hear from you!Key Responsibilities✅ Execute sourcing projects aligned with category strategies and established procurement processes.✅ Manage a high volume of sourcing requests, primarily focused on low-to-medium value spend.✅ Support contract creation, review, and negotiation to secure favorable commercial and legal terms.✅ Negotiate pricing, service level agreements (SLAs), and supplier contracts to maximize savings.✅ Conduct supplier risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.✅ Execute RFQs, quick bids, and supplier evaluations to identify best-value solutions.✅ Leverage preferred and existing supplier networks whenever possible.✅ Meet or exceed defined SLAs, KPIs, and project delivery timelines.✅ Maintain accurate procurement and sourcing data in internal systems.Required Skills & Expertise🔹 Strategic Sourcing & Procurement🔹 Contract Management & Compliance🔹 Supplier Negotiation🔹 Program & Project Management🔹 Stakeholder & Relationship Management🔹 Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)🔹 Sourcing Strategy Development🔹 Results-Oriented Mindset🔹 Strong Analytical & Problem-Solving SkillsQualifications✔ Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.✔ 2+ years of sourcing/procurement experience, preferably supporting software and technology spend categories.✔ Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making capabilities.✔ Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.Why Apply?✨ Opportunity to work with a leading global organization. ✨ Exposure to technology sourcing and supplier management. ✨ Collaborative and fast-paced work environment. ✨ Potential for extension or conversion based on performance and business needs.📩 Interested candidates can apply directly or send their updated resume for consideration.#Hiring #SourcingManager #ProcurementJobs #StrategicSourcing #SupplyChain #SupplierManagement #ContractManagement #TechnologyProcurement #CostaRicaJobs #HybridJobs #CareerOpportunity #NowHiring #ProcurementCareers #Recruitment #JobsInCostaRica