Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Specialist

As a Procurement & Expense Management Specialist reporting to The Director, you'll play a critical role in driving cost optimization strategies, leading special projects, and delivering actionable insights across all categories of spend at Nasdaq. You'll thrive in this position if you're analytical, consultative, and collaborative — with a passion for translating complex data into clear, strategic recommendations in a fast-paced, global company. Key Responsibilities Lead and support special projects and expense management initiatives across spend categories including Technology, Marketing, Legal, Finance, and Market Data. Analyze internal and external spend data to identify savings opportunities and develop effective purchasing strategies. Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers to align sourcing strategies with organizational priorities. Lead competitive bid evaluations and deliver well-reasoned recommendations through rigorous analysis. Develop and present executive summary materials to senior leadership, clearly communicating findings and strategic recommendations. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience. 5–10 years of experience in procurement, expense management, sourcing, or a related discipline. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and reporting tools such as Power BI or Tableau. Hands-on experience with Procure-to-Pay (P2P) platforms and contract or vendor management systems (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba). Clear communicator with demonstrated ability to present findings and recommendations to senior leadership. Preferred Qualifications Consulting experience in a procurement or strategic sourcing context. Experience with Power BI or other advanced analytics tools. Exposure to change management or project management methodologies. This posting is for an existing vacancy within Nasdaq Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; Nasdaq will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa) Come as You Are Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process. What We Offer We’re proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq’s overall success. The base pay range for this role is $90,000 - $153,000. In addition to base salary, Nasdaq provides a generous annual bonus/commission (short-term incentive), and equity (long-term incentive), comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands. Nasdaq’s programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to: Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts Care for Family : Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page .