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Strategic Sourcing Manager

Job in Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California, 94306, USA
Listing for: Motion Recruitment
Full Time, Contract position
Listed on 2026-01-25
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    IT Consultant, IT Project Manager, IT Business Analyst, Data Analyst
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 150000 - 200000 USD Yearly USD 150000.00 200000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Our Client, a vehicle automaker and automotive technology company, is looking for someone to join their team as a Senior Project Manager
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*** This is a hybrid 5/6 month contract with long term potential, in Palo Alto, CA What You Will Be Doing
  • Oversee all commercial aspects of new business awards and renewals, present contract award recommendations to senior leadership
  • Negotiate software licensing cost & agreements, and build strong partnerships with both suppliers and internal stakeholders.
  • Responsible for managing strategic suppliers by establishing and leading quarterly business reviews to ensure ongoing alignment, performance, and value delivery.
Required Skills & Experience
  • 8+ years of relevant Information Technology (IT) related software licensing experience
  • 8+ years of experience performing strategic sourcing, cost analysis, negotiations and contract negotiations in an indirect procurement environment
  • Previous ERP systems and purchase order processing experience – Coupa preferred
  • Previous Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system experience – Ironclad preferred
  • Able to work independently with little instruction and can adapt to change
  • Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to details and deadlines
  • Able to work well with others in a team environment
  • Effective communication skills and customer service approach
  • Proactive and solution-oriented, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment.
  • Highly accurate and detail-oriented
You will receive the following benefits:
  • Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Legal and Identity Protection Plans
  • 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy.

Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

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