eTeam · 3 months ago
Software Sourcing Technology Manager
eTeam is seeking a results-driven Manager of Global Strategic Sourcing & Category Management – Software (SaaS Focus) to lead sourcing activities across company-wide software initiatives. This role involves serving as the primary sourcing expert for SaaS and software supplier engagements and managing the end-to-end sourcing lifecycle while partnering with various business stakeholders.
Information Technology
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end sourcing and category strategy for SaaS and software solutions, including evaluation, selection, contracting, and lifecycle management
Serve as the single point of contact for SaaS/software suppliers, coordinating proof-of-concepts, tracking outcomes, and managing full-cycle adoption decisions
Act as the Program Management Office (PMO) for high-impact software pilots, ensuring structured tracking, reporting, and cross-functional alignment with stakeholders
Partner with Engineering, Security, Legal, Product, and Finance to establish supplier strategy, risk frameworks, and best practices
Execute RFx (RFI/RFP/RFQ) processes to evaluate innovative SaaS/software solutions, balancing performance, cost, risk, and long-term business value
Negotiate complex SaaS supplier contracts (MSAs, SOWs, licensing, and service agreements) to protect Client’s commercial, technical, and legal interests
Establish sourcing frameworks to enable stakeholder self-service, while guiding on high-complexity or strategic engagements
Track supplier performance, market trends, and emerging software capabilities to inform sourcing strategy and risk mitigation
Deliver measurable business impact through supplier consolidation, cost optimization, and value-added partnerships
Champion a stakeholder-obsessed mindset, ensuring strong alignment, clear communication, and trusted advisory support to business partners
Qualification
Required
7 years of sourcing and procurement experience, with demonstrated success in software and SaaS category management
Strong knowledge of supplier landscapes across SaaS providers and enterprise software
Proven track record managing software sourcing pilots and adoption programs
Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills with experience structuring complex SaaS/software contracts
Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Security, Legal, Finance, and Product teams
Enthusiasm for emerging technologies and risk-aware decision-making
Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a stakeholder-obsessed mindset
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, balancing multiple priorities with precision
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree a plus)
Company
eTeam
eTeam is a staffing agency that also provides payrolling services.
H1B Sponsorship
eTeam has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (36)
2024 (205)
2023 (11)
2022 (7)
2021 (24)
2020 (25)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-12-04Acquired
Recent News
2025-11-19
2025-08-21
Company data provided by crunchbase