Sr. Software Associate Sourcing Manager

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About the Team

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they're doing. At Workday, we're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business of enterprise applications. We work hard, and we're serious about what we do. But we like to have a good time, too. In fact, we run our company with that principle in mind every day: One of our core values is fun.

About the Role

Workday is looking for a highly motivated and efficient Senior Software Associate Express Sourcing Specialist with experience in software / technology to play a key role in our Source-to-Pay process. In this fast-paced role, you will be responsible for managing a high volume of low-to-medium dollar sourcing projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services. You will leverage your expertise in contract review, negotiation, and risk assessment to drive savings and mitigate potential risks while adhering to established processes and category strategies.  If you thrive in a dynamic environment and possess a strong understanding of procurement and sourcing principles, we encourage you to apply!

About You

Responsibilities:

• Execute software sourcing projects in alignment with category-level strategies and established processes for low to medium dollar sourcing projects
• Manage a high volume of sourcing requests, primarily low-to-medium dollar value, often with standardized procedures
• Support the creation, review, and negotiation of contracts, ensuring favorable terms and conditions
• Negotiate with suppliers on pricing, service level agreements, and other key commercial and legal terms to maximize savings and achieve defined goals
• Conduct risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential supplier-related risks
• Execute low-complexity RFQs and quick bids to identify the best-value suppliers
• Prioritize the utilization of preferred and existing suppliers whenever possible
• Meet or exceed service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) for project completion and efficiency
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date information in procurement systems

Critical Skills:

• Sourcing and Procurement - ability to identify, evaluate, and acquire software and technology from external sources in a cost-effective and efficient manner
• Contract Management - ability to efficiently manage contractual agreements with suppliers to maximize performance and minimize risk, involving understanding the terms and conditions of contracts, legal implications, risk management techniques, and managing contract creation, execution, and analysis 
• Negotiation - ability to analyze and evaluate different options to facilitate agreements and close deals with suppliers to reach an optimal outcome
• Program Management - ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment through the effective management of stakeholders, interdependencies, and risks
• Relationship Building - ability to establish and nurture strong connections with stakeholders by understanding interpersonal dynamics, effective communication strategies, empathy, and the ability to manage conflicts or disagreements
• Supplier Relationship Management - ability to develop and manage partnerships with vendors that supply goods, materials, and services, while understanding procurement strategies, supplier performance monitoring, and risk management
• Sourcing Strategies - the implementation of methods to manage procurement processes effectively, involves understanding the supply market, assessing total cost of ownership, risk management, and negotiation tactics
• Results-Oriented - ability to focus on the desired outcome of a project or task, while  setting clear goals and prioritizing tasks to achieve the desired outcome
• Analytical Thinking - breaking down complex information or identifying trends and insights for better understanding, decision making, and problem-solving

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Must have Software/Technology category experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills

Our Approach to Flexible Work
 

With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.

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