Manager – Strategic Sourcing

Job title:

Manager – Strategic Sourcing

Company

Fiserv

Job description

Calling all innovators – find your future at Fiserv.We’re Fiserv, a global leader in Fintech and payments, and we move money and information in a way that moves the world. We connect financial institutions, corporations, merchants, and consumers to one another millions of times a day – quickly, reliably, and securely. Any time you swipe your credit card, pay through a mobile app, or withdraw money from the bank, we’re involved. If you want to make an impact on a global scale, come make a difference at Fiserv.Job Title Manager – Strategic SourcingWhat does a successful Strategic Sourcing Manager do?The Strategic Sourcing Manager is part of a strong team of global strategic sourcing professionals at Fiserv. The Global Strategic Sourcing (GSS) organization deploys resources globally to effectively manage third party spend through a structured, strategic approach to procurement with the aim of delivering and sustaining value creation. This manager of strategic sourcing role will be responsible for designing and implementing innovative global category and sourcing strategies for the prepaid card and logistics categories as well as reporting, analysis and coordination for overall sourcing activities. Sourcing projects will be in the areas of, but not limited to corporate services, HR & benefits, marketing, tax & audit, software, and other supply chain optimization opportunities. This role will work collaboratively with internal business clients as well as the supply base. This role reports to the EMEA Director – Global Strategic Sourcing.This position independently manages spend in excess of $100M annually, sources and negotiates both domestic and global contracts and manages associated supplier relationships. This role interacts across all business units and across multiple levels of leadership. This role is expected to work in a global, collaborative environment within multiple levels of the organization as well as with external suppliers. This contributor must be self-directed demonstrating analytical ability, innate curiosity, and a strong sense of urgency.What you will do:

• Lead strategy and negotiations for sourcing projects
• Lead reporting requirements for purchasing activities
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis on an as-needed basis
• Drive the development of category strategies within the broader context of the overall technology and sourcing strategies
• Build and nurture collaborative relationships with key internal business partners
• Build and grow ethical, transparent and partnership-oriented relationships with external suppliers

What you will need to have:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 4-6 years of relevant experience and experience as a key member or leader of a sourcing team
• The ability to demonstrate influencing skills and confidence to challenge at all levels
• Knowledge of contracting terms and standards with high degree of attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a global context demonstrating cultural and geographic sensitivity, awareness and flexibility
• Ability to lead and manage multiple projects and activities simultaneously as well as the ability to manage through complex internal negotiations
• Knowledge of existing eSourcing platform technologies and providers
• Strong Excel, PowerPoint and Word skills and demonstrated project management skills
• High ethical standards, Self-motivated and goal oriented, Comfortable working in a matrixed environment across several time zones

Thank you for considering employment with Fiserv. Please:

• Apply using your legal name
• Complete the step-by-step profile and attach your resume (either is acceptable, both are preferable).

What you should know about us:Fiserv is a global leader in payments and financial technology with more than 40,000 associates proudly serving clients in more than 100 countries. As one of Fortune® magazine’s “World’s Most Admired Companies™” 9 of the last 10 years, one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, and a top scorer on Bloomberg’s Gender-Equality Index, we are committed to innovation and excellence.Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.Warning about fake job posts:Please be aware of fraudulent job postings that are not affiliated with Fiserv. Fraudulent job postings may be used by cyber criminals to target your personally identifiable information and/or to steal money or financial information.Any communications from a Fiserv representative will come from a legitimate business email address. We will not hire through text message, social media, or email alone, and any interviews will be conducted in person or through a secure video call. We won’t ask you for sensitive information nor will we ask you to pay anything during the hiring process. We also won’t send you a check to cash on Fiserv’s behalf.If you see suspicious activity or believe that you have been the victim of a job posting scam, you should report it to your local law enforcement.

Expected salary

Location

Dublin

Job date

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:03:38 GMT

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