Strategic Sourcing Manager

BECU

Strategic Sourcing Manager optimizing technology, SaaS, and professional-services vendors for BECU, a member-owned credit union. Leading negotiations, category strategies, and enterprise sourcing initiatives.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeTukwila • Arizona, California, Idaho, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $117,200 - $143,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing and procurement, with a strong focus on developing sourcing strategies, managing complex negotiations, and optimizing vendor performance. Proficient in utilizing spend analytics and market research to drive business value and align with enterprise objectives.

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Strategic SourcingNegotiation of Vendor AgreementsSpend AnalyticsStakeholder ManagementVendor Risk Assessment

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Hard Skills

Sourcing StrategiesRFP ManagementContract NegotiationSpend OptimizationData AnalysisMarket ResearchVendor Performance ImprovementCategory ManagementFinancial AnalysisRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

CommunicationInfluencingCollaborationLeadershipProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelPivot TablesXLOOKUPData Analysis Techniques

Certifications & Qualifications

CPSMCPSDCPMCSCP

Industry Keywords

Indirect Spend CategoriesSaaSProfessional ServicesFinancial ServicesVendor Management OfficeGovernanceComplianceInformation SecurityPrivacyProcurement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives across multiple indirect spend categories, emphasizing technology, SaaS, and professional services
Develop sourcing and negotiation strategies aligned with business objectives and enterprise priorities
Partner with executive stakeholders and business leaders throughout the sourcing lifecycle
Manage RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, renewals, and direct negotiations, including complex multi-million-dollar initiatives
Develop category strategies using spend analytics, market intelligence, supplier research, and industry trends
Evaluate commercial proposals and negotiate business terms
Partner with Legal on contract language and Vendor Risk on third-party risk assessments
Collaborate with Vendor Risk, Contracts, Finance, Information Security, Privacy, and business teams on governance and regulatory alignment
Improve and mature BECU’s Vendor Management Office and advance sourcing best practices
Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum five years of experience leading strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management initiatives across multiple indirect spend categories
Experience developing sourcing strategies and leading RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and renewals
Experience negotiating complex commercial vendor agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, SaaS agreements, and SLAs
Experience developing sourcing or category strategies using spend analytics, market research, and supplier insights
Ability to optimize spend, improve vendor performance, and deliver measurable business value
Strong stakeholder management, communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
Experience sourcing technology, SaaS, cloud services, or professional services preferred
Experience in financial services or another highly regulated industry preferred
Experience partnering with Vendor Risk, Legal, Information Security, Privacy, or Compliance teams preferred
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, and advanced data analysis techniques
Experience supporting organizational change, process improvement, or transformation initiatives preferred
Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPSD, CPM, CSCP, or equivalent procurement and supply chain credentials preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) Company Match (up to 3%)
4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU
Medical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well)
PTO Program + Exchange Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match
Performance-based compensation incentives
Remote work for approved remote work locations outside the Tukwila commute distance
Collaborative environment
Opportunities to expand expertise in strategic sourcing, category management, negotiation, and enterprise vendor strategy