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Director, Strategic Sourcing (Indirect Procurement)
Full time, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Poland, or Spain
The Director, Strategic Sourcing (Indirect Procurement) is accountable for procuring regional and global products and services. This includes drafting RFI, RFP, and other procurement-related documentation necessary for sourcing, contract negotiations, and maximizing and leveraging BCD Travel's sourcing and purchasing power. This position manages the Global Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Service Management Platform, the Global Strategic Sourcing Project List, the Global Strategic Sourcing Contract Repository, and other departmental vendor programs.
As Director, Strategic Sourcing, you will
Negotiate contracts with preferred suppliers (global, regional, country, 3rd party aggregators, wholesalers, etc.)
Manage contract renewal terms and dates
Develop and implement Supplier Service Level Agreements (SLA)
Establish and maintain business relationships, including business owners, to identify needs and requirements; Senior Vice President, Global Strategic Sourcing for approval processes, Finance and accounting as needed for guidance on related matters, and Legal, data privacy, and security departments regarding contract compliance, NDA, and timelines
Implement, monitor, and report results of financial targets
Maintain programs and databases, ensuring all assigned projects are complete and updated frequently
Utilize the most efficient sourcing strategy to satisfy requests based on the scope of work required, the materiality of the project, and other pertinent business factors
Lead the efforts of a Director of Sourcing and a Director of Procurement
About you
Extensive Indirect Spend Supply Chain Management experience is required
Prior experience working on technology, telecommunications, and other types of sourcing engagements, specifically experience with licensing
History of successfully negotiating with such as Google, Microsoft, SAP, Salesforce, AWS, and other Saas related entities
Excellent communication skills: oral, written, and presentation in English are required
Highly proficient in one or more additional languages, such as Dutch, German, or French
You have a College, Associate, or University degree or equivalent experience
Proven capability to manage cross-functional work teams
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally
CPM, CPSM, or Six Sigma certification preferred
About us
We’re a market leader in travel management: We help people and companies travel smart and achieve more, and our clients include some of the world’s best-known and most innovative business and consumer brands. We operate in more than 100 countries, and the majority of our 10,000+ people work virtually (because a 10-second commute usually makes awesome sense). We’re committed to sustainability and to driving success for our customers, our business, and ourselves. Learn more about BCD Travel .
Your life at BCD
Working at BCD means connecting, collaborating, and celebrating. You’ll be part of a virtual, dynamic , and flexible work environment that fosters a good work-life balance so you can focus on what makes you happy. But don’t just take our word for it! Hear why people join BCD and more about the great perks of Life at BCD .
You’ll be offered
Flexible working hours and work-from-home or remote opportunities
Opportunities to grow your skillset and career
Generous vacation days so you can rest and recharge
A compensation package that feels fair to you, including mental, physical, and financial wellbeing tools
Travel industry professional perks and discounts
An inclusive work environment where diversity is celebrated
Ready to join the journey? Apply now!
We’re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about a role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we still encourage you to apply.
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