Senior Manager, Technology Sourcing

Job Description Senior Manager, Technology Sourcing As a Senior Manager, Technology Sourcing , you will play a strategic leadership role within Global Procurement, partnering with Technology and business stakeholders to drive sourcing strategies, optimize third-party spend, manage supplier relationships, and deliver value across Thomson Reuters' global technology portfolio. You will lead complex sourcing engagements across infrastructure, cloud, software, network, telecom, hardware, storage, and emerging technologies while balancing cost, risk, and business objectives. Note: This is a hybrid role requiring a combination of remote work and in-office presence at least two days per week. Key Responsibilities In this opportunity as a Senior Manager, Technology Sourcing , you will: Develop and execute category strategies and sourcing plans that align with Thomson Reuters' technology and business objectives. Lead complex sourcing initiatives across infrastructure, cloud, software, telecom, hardware, storage, and related technology services. Partner with business leaders to support budgeting, spend management, supplier strategy, and financial planning activities. Deliver sourcing projects that achieve optimal commercial outcomes while managing risk and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and methodologies. Draft, review, negotiate, and execute supplier agreements in alignment with company standards and business requirements. Identify opportunities to consolidate suppliers, reduce spend fragmentation, and improve operational efficiency across the technology supplier landscape. Build strong partnerships with Technology, Legal, Risk, Finance, and business stakeholders to support strategic initiatives. Represent Procurement in governance forums with key technology suppliers and contribute to supplier performance and relationship management. Coach and support procurement colleagues by sharing best practices, sourcing expertise, and negotiation strategies. Stay informed on industry trends, supplier markets, innovation opportunities, and regulatory developments that impact sourcing decisions. Required Qualifications You are an ideal fit for the Senior Manager, Technology Sourcing role if your experience includes: 5-10+ years of experience in Technology or IT Sourcing, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Vendor Management, or a related field. Demonstrated success negotiating and managing complex technology agreements, including contracts exceeding $20M in value. Strong expertise in contract negotiation, commercial terms, supplier management, and contract drafting/redlining. Proven ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver measurable and sustainable cost savings. Experience managing complex sourcing initiatives while balancing commercial value, operational needs, and risk considerations. Strong analytical skills with the ability to develop business cases, sourcing recommendations, executive presentations, and RFx documentation. Excellent stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence and collaborate with senior business and technology leaders. Knowledge of sourcing best practices, procurement methodologies, and supplier risk management frameworks. Experience leading negotiations with major technology providers such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Oracle, IBM, Cisco, Equinix, Dell, HP, Apple, Check Point, NetApp, or similar vendors. Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience. Preferred Qualifications Professional Procurement certification (CPSM, CIPS, ISM, or equivalent). Experience within global, matrixed, or highly regulated organizations. Knowledge of technology infrastructure, cloud services, software licensing, telecommunications, and digital transformation initiatives. Experience supporting supplier governance programs and executive-level vendor relationships. Understanding of technology market trends, innovation landscapes, and regulatory considerations affecting technology sourcing. Experience mentoring team members and supporting capability development within Procurement organizations. #LI-ZM1 What’s in it For You? Hybrid Work Model: We’ve adopted a flexible hybrid working environment for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected. Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year, empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance. Career Development and Growth: By fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development, we prepare our talent to tackle tomorrow’s challenges and deliver real-world solutions. Our Grow My Way programming and skills-first approach ensures you have the tools and knowledge to grow, lead, and thrive in an AI-enabled future. Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer comprehensive benefit plans to include flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days off, access to the Headspace app, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Culture: Globally recognized, award-winning reputation for inclusion and belonging, flexibility, work-life balance, and more. We live by our values: Obsess over our Customers, Compete to Win, Challenge (Y)our Thinking, Act Fast / Learn Fast, and Stronger Together. Social Impact: Make an impact in your community with our Social Impact Institute. 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