Indirect Procurement Manager - Marketing

Hungry, Humble, Honest, with Heart. The Opportunity N utanix is looking for a Global Strategic Sourcing Manager who wants to make their mark on a growing indirect procurement organization. This position will provide strategic sourcing and supplier management support for multiple organizations across multiple categories of spend. This individual should be able to develop robust global sourcing strategies to provide Nutanix with best-in-class pricing for goods and services. About the Team At Nutanix, the Procurement team is a close-knit group that thrives on collaboration and innovation. Comprised of a manager and full-time employees who are located in India and in the US, the team works seamlessly across geographical boundaries. This diverse team dynamically fosters an environment where varied perspectives can flourish, driving better decision-making and strategic sourcing. You will report to the Manager, Global Strategic Sourcing, who leads while encouraging a culture of open communication and teamwork. In terms of work setup, this role primarily supports remote work, allowing flexibility in your work-life balance. Your Role Act as the project manager liaising between the business, finance, legal, cybersecurity, and any other stakeholders as required Collaborate with business partners to identify requirements and lead supplier selection activities including conducting RFI’s, RFP’s, etc. ensuring that a competitive environment is maintained throughout the procurement process Perform benchmarking and drive other market intelligence activities. Lead total cost of ownership analysis and cost modelling. Develop strategic sourcing plans/pipeline looking ahead 12 to 24 months. Participate in the development of supplier negotiation strategy and lead contract and pricing negotiations with vendors. Implement and lead regular supplier business review meetings. Build strong and productive working relationships with stakeholders, business partners, legal and finance. Demonstrate knowledge with respect to procurement concepts, policies and procedures. Ensure compliance to all policies and procedures. What You Will Bring 6+ years of experience managing global procurement in digital marketing and negotiating large event contracts and related services, using a strategic sourcing methodology, including opportunity analysis and identification, supplier selection, risk and compliance evaluation, contract negotiation and financial analysis. Excellent negotiation skills and a proven track record for cost savings. The ability to understand and grasp the market, technology, product portfolio, positioning, and competitors to help support business strategy and tactics and to provide recommendations to the business owners. Excellent customer service skills and ability to partner with key stakeholders and build relationships. Demonstrated experience and achievement in sourcing methodologies. Ability to review, redline, and negotiate contracts. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multi-functional teams. Experience with supplier report cards and supplier management. Working knowledge of procurement systems like Coupa Work Arrangement Remote: This position is primarily remote. There is no specific in-office requirement, however, there may be circumstances where you may be required to come into a local office for a specific purpose, and/or to travel to other locations based on business needs. The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between USD $112,000 and USD $224,000 per year. However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. Our application deadline is 40 days from the date of posting. In good faith, the posting may be removed prior to this date if the position is filled or extended in good faith. --