Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Manager

Position Type: Direct HireCompensation: $140k - $160k base salary + bonusLocation: Fort Collins, CO | Hybrid

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We're partnering with a growing financial technology company seeking a Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Manager to lead technology and SaaS sourcing, commercial negotiations, cost optimization, and procurement program development.
Requirements:5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management.Experience sourcing technology, SaaS, enterprise software, or IT services.Proven success negotiating commercial contracts and delivering measurable cost savings.Strong understanding of contract terms, pricing models, and supplier management.Experience with spend analysis, cost modeling, and procurement reporting.Strong communication skills and ability to work independently across teams.
Responsibilities:Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing, supplier evaluations, and contract negotiations.Drive cost savings through competitive sourcing, vendor consolidation, and contract optimization.Develop and improve procurement policies, processes, and approval workflows.Manage supplier relationships, performance, contract renewals, and commercial obligations.Partner with Finance, Legal, Information Security, and business leaders to support procurement decisions and mitigate vendor risk.
Nice to Have:Experience in fintech, financial services, or regulated industries.Experience building or transforming procurement programs.Familiarity with third-party risk management and contract lifecycle management tools. xzbcwsv CPSM or related procurement certification.