• Strategic Sourcing:

• Implement global sourcing strategies for the Technology Category across all departments

• Work with various business stakeholder groups to identify and qualify new or existing capable suppliers, initiate requests for proposals/quotations (RFPs/RFQs), advise requestors with respect to contract terms and conditions

• Conduct RFP and lead cross functional teams through the selection process of preferred suppliers with effective scoring criteria to critically evaluate supplier proposals in accordance within company policies

• Lead negotiations on commercial procurement agreements, including, but not limited to, Master Agreements, Statements of Work, Change Orders balancing business deliverables, legal interests and pricing

• Conduct analysis on proposals for supply of software licensing, computer hardware, servers, data center and telecom services in support of various business functions

• Analyze total costs, assist business functions with ROI analysis, price and rate benchmarking and negotiate favorable business terms to leverage company purchasing power

• Provide global contract expertise for sourcing of Information Technology products and services

• Evaluate single sourcing requests and ensure competitiveness

• Research market intelligence to understand cost drivers and market trends

• Category Management:

• Develop, refine and implement category strategies and tactics that enable the procurement of technology products and services at the highest value benefit to the company

• Add value by being the subject matter expert on Technology categories/commodities and consulting internal clients on industry trends, benchmarking, and best practices

• Assist the asset management team in lifecycle management of various software assets

• Lead cross-functional meetings with various business functions and develop a communication strategy to keep internal clients informed about procurement processes, supplier strategy, and procurement policies

• Supplier Management:

• Manage supplier relationships with focus on supply risk management, contract risk management and cost management

• Mediate supplier issues and resolve customer / supplier contract disputes if necessary

• Lead and participate in quarterly business reviews with vendors to review performance and support mutually agreed upon improvement programs as required

• Support ad-hoc reporting needs including supplier scorecards and other reporting

• Develop supplier rationalization entitlements for each category

• Contract Management:

• Evaluate processes and recommend improvements to standardize lifecycle contract management

• Ensure pricing & deliverables as negotiated are included in the contract; coordinate comparison of proposals and final contract terms

• Act as liaison between Legal team, Suppliers and the business

• Ensure contract execution & retention, through electronic signature process

• Provide timely updates, support management reporting of quarterly reports and address any issues quickly

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required with 8+ years of experience in category management and/or strategic sourcing of software, hardware, telecom and data center purchases
• Subject matter expertise in sourcing & contracting tools (Coupa, SAP, Oracle)
• Proven abilities in Contract Negotiation / Vendor Mgmt. / Influencing Skills
• Demonstrated advanced skills in negotiating and formulating technology contracts, understanding cost models and various price structures, management of contractual, IP and labor law risks
• Ability to work well in a high-pace dynamic environment, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and ensure task completion and deadlines are met as required
• Proactive and able to work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating strong initiative as a self-starter
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA degree preferred, or equivalent experience
• Certified Purchasing Manager - desirable
• Communicate well in English both in verbal and written form
• Strong project management, organizational, and analytical skills required
• Excellent team facilitation and presentation skills required
• Ability to present to C-level executives / stakeholders and articulate strategies and performance metrics

Bonus Points:

• Experience managing direct reports a plus
• Diverse background developing strategies for multiple categories of spend
• High-tech, start-up, rapid growth and/or publicly traded company experience.
• You must love our business. CrowdStrike is a leader in cybersecurity. We don’t have a mission statement. We are on a mission to protect our customers from breaches. You must be genuinely committed to our mission and eager to learn the details of our business

• Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

• Remote-first culture

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards

• Competitive vacation and flexible working arrangements

• Comprehensive and inclusive health benefits

• Physical and mental wellness programs

• Paid parental leave, including adoption

• A variety of professional development and mentorship opportunities

• Offices with stocked kitchens when you need to fuel innovation and collaboration

• CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. Our approach to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is rooted in listening, learning and collective action. By embracing the diversity of our people, we achieve our best work and fuel innovation - generating the best possible outcomes for our customers and the communities they serve.

• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you need assistance accessing or reviewing the information on this website or need help submitting an application for employment or requesting an accommodation, please contact us at recruiting@crowdstrike.com for further assistance.

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• CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $105,000 - $160,000 per year + variable/incentive compensation + equity + benefits. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.