About the company
Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic sourcing and category management activities for Information Technology (IT), Information Security (InfoSec), Software, SaaS, Cloud Services, AI Technologies, Data Center Infrastructure, Networking, Telecommunications, Managed Services, and Professional Services.
- Develop and execute multi-year sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives, digital transformation initiatives, cybersecurity programs, and technology roadmaps.
- Lead complex sourcing initiatives from strategy development through supplier selection, contract negotiations, implementation, and supplier governance.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to IT, Information Security, Finance, Legal, and senior business leaders on sourcing strategies, supplier management, technology investments, and commercial negotiations.
- Negotiate complex commercial agreements including software licensing agreements, cloud service agreements, cybersecurity contracts, master service agreements, professional services agreements, and strategic supplier partnerships.
- Lead executive-level supplier relationships and business reviews to drive innovation, performance improvements, risk mitigation, and commercial value.
- Develop category/negotiation strategies using market intelligence, benchmarking, financial analysis, total cost of ownership models, and competitive sourcing techniques.
- Drive measurable savings, cost avoidance, risk reduction, and supplier rationalization initiatives across assigned categories.
- Monitor technology market trends, cybersecurity developments, AI adoption, cloud technologies, licensing models, and supplier ecosystems to support strategic decision-making.
- Apply strong analytical skills and strategic vision to evaluate market trends and opportunities.
Requirements
- Experience in strategic sourcing and procurement across IT, software, cloud, and information security categories.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
- Analytical and strategic thinking.
- Knowledge of technology market trends and cybersecurity.
Conditions
- Salary Range: 126,300.00-214,700.00
- Full-time position
- Exempt position