Strategic Sourcing Managing Director

CNA Insurance

Director of Strategic Sourcing leading procurement solutions for Claims strategy and operational excellence. Engaging with business leaders and managing third-party vendor relationships in the insurance sector.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $97,000 - $189,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing and contracting, with a strong focus on vendor management, negotiation strategies, and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to lead and develop teams while driving innovative solutions and effective procurement practices.

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Strategic SourcingVendor ManagementNegotiation SkillsStakeholder EngagementProject Management

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Hard Skills

Strategic SourcingContractingVendor Performance ManagementNegotiation StrategiesAuction ToolsChange ManagementProblem SolvingConflict Resolution

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCoachingCommunicationPresentation SkillsInfluencing

Industry Keywords

ProcurementCommercial EngagementsMarket IntelligenceBusiness RequirementsCross Functional Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serves as a people leader responsible for identifying, designing, and implementing third-party vendor solutions
Acts as a trusted advisor to Claims leadership by proactively bringing forward innovative solutions
Partners closely with business leaders across all phases of sourcing and contracting
Provides procurement and contract expertise and partners with Procurement for large commercial engagements
Leverages internal performance data and external market intelligence to evaluate vendor value
Balances rigorous vendor performance management with forward-looking innovation
Leads stakeholder management efforts by engaging and influencing business leaders
Directs the work activities and manages the performance, coaching and development of a team
Establishes and leads cross functional teams of key stakeholders to define business requirements
Identifies, develops and leads the execution of sourcing strategies and improvement initiatives
Develops and drives negotiating sourcing strategies across assigned business units
Liaises with Law function for negotiation of large agreements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree with Master’s preferred in Business, Operations Management, Computer Science, or related discipline
Typically a minimum of ten years related work experience
Ability to effectively lead, coach and develop a team
Senior level knowledge in providing direction, consultation and recommendations in the area of strategic sourcing and contracting
Seasoned supplier and stakeholder influence and negotiation skills
Experience leveraging auction tools/strategies for best outcomes
Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills
Ability to develop tactical and long term strategies
Excellent project management, negotiation and change management skills
Excellent problem solving and conflict resolution skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive and competitive benefits package including health, financial, emotional, and social wellbeing
Professional development opportunities