IT Software Sourcing Leader; Hybrid position

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We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a IT Software Sourcing Leader. In this role, the successful candidate will collaborate closely with Medical Center IT Missions (MCIT), IT Finance, Legal, and Vendor leadership to ensure alignment with NYU's goals and objectives, emphasizing quality, innovation, competitiveness, efficiencies, and cost savings. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of different licensing models, cloud (at least +1 experience in either AWS, Azure, or GCP required) and software sourcing strategies.

The candidate will play a critical role in analyzing spend data, performing market analysis, and leading the end‑to‑end RFx process. The IT Software Sourcing Leader will report to the Software Sourcing Manager.

• Contribute to development of annual and multi‑year sourcing strategies and plans.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand current and future software needs in IT Software.
• Lead end‑to‑end IT Software sourcing projects (7 Step Strategic Sourcing Process).

• Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with key IT Software vendors.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and collaborate with suppliers to optimize service delivery and cost‑effectiveness.

• Lead commercial and contractual negotiations for IT Software sourcing projects.
• Provide subject‑matter expertise on technology contracts and terms including Master Framework Agreements, Software License Agreements (including SaaS, EA), Maintenance and Support Agreements, Product Agreements, to formulate strategic recommendations that deliver maximum value and achieve the best outcomes for NYU Langone.

• Stay informed about industry trends, market dynamics, and emerging software technologies.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers and assess their capabilities.

• Work closely with finance and stakeholders to manage and optimize costs related to IT Software.
• Examine and interpret business needs pertaining to cloud and on‑premises services.
• Utilize advanced analytical methods to evaluate expenditure trends, pinpoint cost‑driving factors, and recommend strategies for optimization.
• Perform total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis to identify cost‑saving opportunities and drive efficiency.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements to meet/exceed the annual savings targets.

• Assess and mitigate risks associated with IT Software category, ensuring business continuity and compliance with policies, procedures, and contracting principles, regulations.
• Carry out all supplier due diligence as required.
• Takes ownership for sourcing issues and actively participates in their resolution.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure alignment on sourcing strategies and objectives.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to provide updates on sourcing initiatives and performance.
• Participate actively in shaping policies, processes, workflows, and system design and configuration discussions.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Minimum of three years of strategic sourcing responsibilities for various commodities (both products and services) within and outside healthcare organizations.
• Experience in operational, procurement, and sourcing functions.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of procurement/sourcing process.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work with data in Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of sourcing/procurement.
• Ability to follow a process based on documented guidelines.
• Ability to take direction from senior leaders in the department.
• Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

• Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) or other recognized certification.