Start date: Jan/Feb 2026
end date: Jul 2026 with a high chance onto extension
workload: 100%
location: Zürich (CH)
work model:Contracting
Your Key Responsibilities
* The IS Sourcing Category Negotiation Manager, shall lead complex IS Sourcing projects and negotiations across all IS Sourcing categories, (typically Software, IT Services, Infrastructure, Hardware & Communications) for projects with contract value typically above $500K per annum
* Manage the IS Sourcing Process from engagement, RFQ / RFP, subsequent negotiations through to contract signature
* Work closely with requestor/business owner to drive deal structuring: align vendor portfolio management, IS Sourcing Strategy and selection and negotiation strategies with GBS-IS / BA IS accordingly
* Define the negotiation strategy including negotiation targets, negotiations plan, governance, BATNA, weaknesses and strengths
* Cooperate closely with customers, internal stakeholders and subject matter experts (legal, tax, security, privacy & finance) providing leadership and guidance for allocated IS Sourcing projects
* Support business and IT stakeholders in aligning IS Sourcing delivery model to business needs
* Drive cost saving for allocated negotiations & contribute to the achievement of IS Sourcing saving targets (accurate and periodical forecasting & reporting)
Your Qualifications
* 10+ years professional experience especially in the competency areas of: supply chain management, IS Sourcing, stakeholder management, management of high volume of contracts, lead complex IS Sourcing projects, problem solving, cross-functional collaboration, commercial and technical know-how
* Track record of minimum 5-7 years of experience in strategic IS Sourcing (especially Software, IT Services & Infrastructure)
* IS Sourcing Category Management experience (preferably Software, IT Services or Infrastructure)
* Substantial understanding of the legal aspects in the context of IS Sourcing contract negotiations
* Excellent leadership skills and collaboration between different businesses / stakeholders
* Fluent and collaborative with wide network of peers and colleagues
* Cultural awareness, excellent communication and negotiation skills
* Fluent written and spoken English
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