Manager, Sourcing (Technology)
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage all aspects of client sourcing, including guiding internal resources, facilitating requirements, conducting data analysis and research, and implementing identified opportunities alongside client senior management, leveraging an end-to-end strategic sourcing process.
- Design and execute strategy for contract negotiations including, but not limited to acquisitions, maintenance renewals, strategic cost optimization and terms/conditions improvements/standardizations
- Structure ill-defined problems, develop conceptual frameworks and analytical approaches, and create recommendations for client implementation.
- Independently structure, write, and present well-organized and persuasive end work product to clients.
- Develop new intellectual capital, including frameworks and analyses, to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
- Lead specific operational functions and strategic initiatives within the department by creating and executing strategic plans and managing designated team members
- Identify potential risks and obstacles to achieving goals, as well as improvements to approach, process, project management/execution and identify possible solutions
- Manage and direct consultant team to consistently execute on high quality client goals, contracted deliverables, and/or target results and enhance strategic insight/application and additional subject matter expertise
- Effectively manage and track workstreams, engage stakeholders, provide project/program reporting
- Serve as a mentor and team player, fostering the development of consulting staff and contributing to a collaborative work environment.
- Develop and facilitate positive working relationships with various internal groups, while leading initiatives that foster a safe, open, respectful and inclusive work environment
- Leverage global organizational framework to operationalize tactical client delivery.
- Travel as needed to client sites, not to exceed 25% of working time.
Qualifications:
- Experience managing and leading project teams and stakeholders; ability to manage people remotely
- Exceptional project/change management, execution and implementation skills
- Exceptional business acumen, presence, time management and interpersonal/communication (written & verbal) skills
- Exceptional complex analytic skills and experience conducting quantitative and qualitative data analysis
- Advanced proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint
- 4-6+ years of relevant consulting experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain or Management Information Systems required
- MBA and/or PMP (or similar certifications) preferred
- Preferred Qualifications / Expertise:
- Strong experience sourcing IT services, ai technologies, software/SaaS, cloud technologies, telecom, and enterprise technology solutions.
- Deep expertise negotiating professional services agreements, consulting/MSA structures, SOWs, staffing contracts, and rate cards.
- Experience within a consulting, professional services, or matrixed corporate environment preferred.
- Demonstrated success leading complex negotiations
- Strong analytical, financial modeling, stakeholder management, and executive communication skills.
- Familiarity with sourcing tools, spend analytics platforms, and procurement best practices.
- About Us:
- Harbor is the preeminent provider of expert services across strategy, legal technology, operations, and intelligence. Our globally integrated team of 900+ strategists, technologists, and specialists navigate alongside our clients – leading law firms, corporations, and their law departments – to provide essential resources and invaluable insights. Anchored in a rich heritage of deep knowledge, steadfast relationships, and mutual respect, our unwavering dedication lies in shaping the future of the legal industry and fostering enduring partnerships within our community and ecosystem.
- Harbor is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, national origin, ancestry, age, parental status, disabled status, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification, in accordance with applicable law.
About Harbor
Harbor is an operational investment holding company with businesses spanning financial services, professional services, education, media, real estate, and conferences worldwide.
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