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Software Sourcing Lead
Stanford University
Job Number: 84946
Software Sourcing Lead
JOB PURPOSE:
Stanford University IT's Vendor Management team is continuing to grow. Come and join us in supporting Stanford's missions of teaching, learning and research! The Software Sourcing Lead position is a key member of the Vendor Management team in Stanford University IT. We manage major campus wide technology software licensing and other technology product purchases and handle all vendor related issues for University IT.
This is a high visibility position for a seasoned strategic sourcing professional with strong proven track record and expertise in negotiating software, especially cloud based software purchases and managing technology vendors and contract renewals. This important role includes developing and negotiating licensing terms and pricing to best meet the University's needs and drive the best value for the University.
The successful candidate will work out of our brand new Stanford Redwood City Campus, and interact with technology leaders throughout our IT organization. They will contribute to the success of a broad array of exciting technology initiatives that will help enable and accelerate Stanford's digital transformation.
CORE DUTIES*:
Lead complex negotiation for acquiring technology products for University IT and campus at the best possible cost and business terms, with special focus on software and cloud based software licenses. Manage vendor lifecycle activities such as vendor business performance reviews, support contract renewals, vendor conflict resolutions etc.
* - Other duties may also be assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree with minimum of eight years of relevant experience. Proven hands-on experience in negotiating software, cloud based software acquisition required. Experience in negotiating other technology product purchases like telecom, networking products is a plus but not required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
WORK STANDARDS:
For more information and to apply, visit: https://careersearch.stanford.edu/jobs/software-sourcing-lead-8256
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Location: Business Affairs: University IT (UIT), Redwood City, California, United States
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To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: stanfordcareers.stanford.edu
Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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