Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager, Software and IT

Shape the Future. Create Impact. Join the Journey

We are looking for aSenior Strategic Sourcing Managertoleadsoftware- and technology-related sourcing initiativesatVivicta. You willproactivelyidentifyopportunities to optimize our spend and supplier basewhileworkingwithcutting-edge technologiesandcross-functional teamsto deliver measurablebusiness value and financial impact. You will join a skilledanddiverse team of 20 sourcing and purchasing professionals who collaborate to drive impact, excellence and continuous learning.

My name is Monica Derksen, and I lead the Procurement function atVivicta. I am looking for an engaged, collaborative, curious and business-minded self-starter whotakesinitiative anddeliversresults.

Your role in our story:

• Proactively identify opportunities for the sourcing initiative pipeline and execute strategic sourcing initiatives, with a focus onsoftware licensing agreements.

• Maintainvisibility of apipelineand execute strategic sourcing initiatives while serving as a trusted sourcing business partner to designated business stakeholders, providing market intelligence, commercial guidance, supplier recommendations, and decision support throughout the source-to-contractlifecycle.

• Develop category plans that capture short- and long-term business opportunities, quantify financial impact and guide the execution of sourcing initiatives.

• Lead the development and implementation ofhigh-impact cost and supplieroptimization proposals.

• Proactively lead, plan and drive negotiations, particularly for larger, complex sourcing initiatives,including RFI/RFP preparation, supplier evaluations, negotiations, contract award recommendations, and stakeholder alignment.

• Support supplier lifecycle management activities, including supplier onboardingandexit planning, supplier segmentation, contract management. Manage the performance of designated suppliers and develop strategic supplier relationships in collaboration with stakeholders.

• Collaborate closely with Legal, Security & Compliance, Sustainability, Finance and other service organizations to ensure sourcing decisions meet Vivicta's regulatory, operational, and commercial requirements.

• Collaborate withbuyers on suppliers and contracts, ensuring compliance, quality, and efficiency in the purchase-to-pay process.

• Ensure compliance withVivictaprocurement policies, governance processes, and external regulatory requirements while enabling efficient and business-friendly purchasing practices.

• Continuously identify opportunities to simplify processes and improve efficiency.

• Contribute actively to overall team performance as a member of the sourcing team.

What will help you to thrive in this role:

You are an engaging and business-minded sourcing professional with extensive strategic sourcingexperience intechnology. You havea proven track record of negotiating significant sourcing initiatives andmanaging suppliersto ensurethatnegotiatedagreements deliver their intended value.

• Action-oriented and impact-driven, with a highly structured way of working and the independence to take ownership and deliver results.

• Strong influencingandpresentationskills, with theability to communicate effectivelywithboth executives and specialists andagenuinedriveto deliver business impact.

• Highly analyticalandfact-based, with the ability tosee the big picture, identify long-term trends and drill downinto underlyingdrivers when needed. You use data togenerate tangiblebusiness benefits andacceleratedecision-making and execution.

• Highly skilled in negotiation, indirectinfluenceandpresentingideaseffectively withincomplexmatrix organizations.
  

Your key competencies:

• University degree (B.Sc. or M.Sc.) in a relevant field

• At least10 yearsofstrategic sourcing experience, with a proven track record of optimizing spend and conductingtotal cost of ownership (TCO)analyses.

• Extensive experience negotiating significant sourcing initiatives within software technologies and managing global suppliers.

• Experience in software licensingacrossITinfrastructure, security, compliance and cloud-basedsolutions.

• Experience working inaninternational organization with complex business models andamatrixstructure.

• Full professional proficiency in written and spoken English.
  

Location:Espoo, Stockholm, Ostrava, or Riga

Why JoinVivicta?
AtVivicta, we don’t just hire talent—we empower individuals to thrive. If you have theG.R.I.Ttocreate elevatedimpact, we want you on our team!

Vivictais a trusted Nordic transformation partner makingeverydayeasier through technology. In a world of constant change, we are with our customers, helping unlock new digital opportunities and elevate their business.

We provide fit-for-purpose digital solutions to accelerate customers’ transformation.

Our 7000+ experts globally drive end-to-end excellence acrossData, Automation & AI, Cloud & Infrastructure, ERP & Applications, and Digital Security. With a get-it-done attitude, we commit to deliver elevated impact.

AtVivicta, we are driven byG.R.I.T – Guts, Results, Integrity, and Teams. Our mission is to create impactful solutions through innovation, collaboration, and accountability. We believe in empowering individuals to take bold steps, deliver measurable outcomes, uphold ethical standards, and thrive in a team-oriented culture.

We offer you:

• A comprehensivewellness package:Contributions or reimbursements for fitness and wellness activities.

• A hybrid work model:Opportunity to combine remote and office work.

• Opportunities forprofessionaldevelopment: IT courses, certifications, language training, and personal development programs.

• Insurancecoverage: Long-term illness, accident, sickness, child insurance, and business travel insurance.

AtVivicta, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that varied perspectives drive innovation and success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

We conduct background checks for all final candidates, and some roles may require security clearance during hiring or later—always handled within local legislation and with care and confidentiality. 

Vivicta declines calls from recruitment companies.

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