Senior Strategic Sourcing Analyst
UKG
Date: 1 day ago
City: Lowell, MA
Salary:
$78,800
-
$100,000
per year
Contract type: Full time
Company Overview
With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we’re only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.
At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all.
Here, we know that you’re more than your work. That’s why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose — a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you’re passionate about our purpose — people —then we can’t wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We’re united by purpose, inspired by you.
About The Team
UKG is seeking a Senior Sourcing Analyst (IT) responsible for all aspects of contract sourcing and renewal for technology new investments. This role will serve as a trusted partner to internal customers within the EPIC (Engineering, Product, Innovation, Cloud), Digital (Global IT, Security, and Risk), and Procurement (Strategic Sourcing & Renewals) organizations. The Senior Sourcing Analyst will lead stakeholders through the vendor evaluation, selection, and onboarding process, working under minimal supervision on complex assignments that require independent discretion and judgment. This project-based role involves leading multi-faceted projects that include gathering market research, developing/executing sourcing strategies, supplier negotiation, and evaluating complex software licensing models, with the goal of helping the business select the best solution to fit their needs.
About The Role
Basic Qualifications:
UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it’s our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow!
Equal Opportunity Employer
UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
View The EEO Know Your Rights poster
UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here .
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process
For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email [email protected] .
The pay range for this position is $78,800 to $100,000 however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG’s comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at https://www.ukg.com/careers
With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we’re only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.
At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all.
Here, we know that you’re more than your work. That’s why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose — a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you’re passionate about our purpose — people —then we can’t wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We’re united by purpose, inspired by you.
About The Team
UKG is seeking a Senior Sourcing Analyst (IT) responsible for all aspects of contract sourcing and renewal for technology new investments. This role will serve as a trusted partner to internal customers within the EPIC (Engineering, Product, Innovation, Cloud), Digital (Global IT, Security, and Risk), and Procurement (Strategic Sourcing & Renewals) organizations. The Senior Sourcing Analyst will lead stakeholders through the vendor evaluation, selection, and onboarding process, working under minimal supervision on complex assignments that require independent discretion and judgment. This project-based role involves leading multi-faceted projects that include gathering market research, developing/executing sourcing strategies, supplier negotiation, and evaluating complex software licensing models, with the goal of helping the business select the best solution to fit their needs.
About The Role
- Manage all aspects of contract sourcing and renewal for technology new investments.
- Ensure data integrity in all sourcing and renewal processes, maintaining accurate and reliable information throughout vendor evaluations and contract negotiations.
- Support the management of a multi-million-dollar portfolio of spend with key technology suppliers.
- Analyzing vendor performance and contract risks to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Communicating urgency and rationale for sourcing decisions to stakeholders and executives.
- Leading cross-functional negotiations with legal, finance, and business units.
- Driving continuous improvement in procurement processes and renewal strategies.
- Build relationships with internal stakeholders to understand strategic direction and business drivers of technology decisions. Proactively assess sourcing and renewal opportunities by gathering market data, assessing internal purchase patterns, and understanding market conditions to make recommendations.
- Develop and execute sourcing and renewal strategies for technologies and services, including enterprise software, cloud service providers, SaaS providers, consulting services, and enterprise hardware.
- Facilitate the procurement of software and services at the lowest total cost of ownership through competitive sourcing events (RFx, reverse auction, etc.).
- Leverage internal reporting, workflow orchestration and BI tools to identify opportunities for cost optimization.
- Collaborate with Ops team to ensure all requests are captured and tracked in a timely manner.
- Identify breakdowns in communication, negotiation, or processes and escalate when necessary.
- Act as the relationship owner for a portfolio of strategic resellers and development partners.
- Negotiate and execute contracts in conjunction with UKG Legal and Third-Party Risk teams.
- Assume the role of subject matter expert in the technology vendor relationship process.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Excellent communication, solid analytical and interpersonal skills
- 3-5 years of Strategic Sourcing or Procurement experience
- Ability to manage and prioritize a large portfolio of sourcing projects.
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships and influence others.
- IT procurement
UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it’s our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow!
Equal Opportunity Employer
UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
View The EEO Know Your Rights poster
UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here .
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process
For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email [email protected] .
The pay range for this position is $78,800 to $100,000 however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG’s comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at https://www.ukg.com/careers
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