- Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives primarily focused on Technology, supporting other categories such as Professional Services, HR, and Marketing as needed.

- Analyze spend, supplier, and market data to identify cost optimization and supplier consolidation opportunities.

- Develop and execute sourcing strategies in partnership with business stakeholders.

- Manage RFx processes and lead commercial negotiations for agreements and renewals.

- Identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

- Provide sourcing tools, market insights, and guidance to stakeholders.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.

- Manage multiple sourcing initiatives and priorities independently.

- Act as a sourcing subject-matter expert and share best practices within the sourcing organization.

Requirements

Must-Have:

- 7+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement,



or Category Management with significant Technology sourcing experience.

- Proven ability to independently lead complex sourcing projects and commercial negotiations.

- Strong knowledge of RFx processes, supplier evaluation, negotiation, and supplier management.

- Ability to analyze commercial and spend data to develop actionable sourcing strategies.

- Solid stakeholder management and influencing skills without direct authority.

- Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.

- Ability to work effectively in a global, cross-functional environment managing multiple priorities.

- Strong commercial judgment and risk identification.

- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Nice-to-Have:

- Procurement or sourcing qualification.

📌 Strategic Sourcing Partner - Technology (Bengaluru)
🏢 Accelon Consulting
📍 Bengaluru