Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager, Infrastructure Category at Atlassian
San Francisco, California, USA -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Dec, 25

Salary

182125.0

Posted On

02 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Paas, Management Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Strategic Sourcing, Iaas

Industry

Logistics/Procurement

Description

WORKING AT ATLASSIAN

Atlassians can choose where they work – whether in an office, from home, or a combination of the two. That way, Atlassians have more control over supporting their family, personal goals, and other priorities. We can hire people in any country where we have a legal entity. Interviews and onboarding are conducted virtually, a part of being a distributed-first company.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager for the Infrastructure Category is responsible for leading the procurement strategy, supplier management, and contract negotiations for infrastructure-related services. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive cost efficiencies, ensure supply chain resilience, and support the organization’s growth objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of experience in technical strategic sourcing and category management. Possesses extensive knowledge in sourcing SaaS, IaaS, PaaS, and services, specifically focused on managing indirect spending for organizations.
  • Experience: Expertise in the entire lifecycle of strategic sourcing and corporate procurement, including sourcing strategies, RFP development, supplier selection, contract negotiations, and contract preparation and analysis. Capable of presenting technical issues, ideas, and recommendations effectively in verbal, written, and presentation formats to C-suite leadership.

SKILLS:

  • Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in procurement software and tools.

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Responsibilities
  • Category Management: Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for the infrastructure category, including cloud services.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and driving continuous improvement in cost, quality, and service.
  • Contract Negotiation: Lead complex contract negotiations, ensuring alignment with Atlassian goals and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Market Analysis: Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities within the infrastructure category to inform sourcing strategies.
  • Cost Optimization: Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives while maintaining quality and reliability standards.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders, legal, engineering and finance teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives and project requirements.
  • Performance Metrics: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess supplier performance and sourcing effectiveness.
  • Innovation and Improvement: Drive innovation by identifying new sourcing opportunities and optimizing procurement processes to enhance efficiency and value.
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