Director Strategic Sourcing mfd

We are seeking an experienced Director Strategic Sourcing. Reporting to the SVP Finance Transformations & Operations the ideal candidate will work closely with Sportradars Divisions and Business units to define the procurement strategy for our strategic suppliers and establish and implement a cost optimization programme across Sportradar. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in contract negotiation and consolidation as well as the implementation of costout initiatives in global organizations. Based in our modern Vienna Office the role will work closely with the operational procurement team as well as with the project team working on transforming SRs purchasing policy processes and systems.

THE CHALLENGE:

• Transform the procurement function into a more strategic valuedriven partner across the organization.
• Conduct a thorough spend analysis and liaise with the Divisions/ Business Units to identify costsaving and costreduction opportunities across Regions Divisions/ Business Units and Procurement Categories.
• Initiate and implement cost reduction programs deriving and executing tactics for the purchasing strategy to deliver yearoveryear savings.
• Coordinate and pool sourcing activities across different geographic regions and business units to enhance buying power and realize savings.
• Consolidation of contracts and reduction of costs for strategic and nonstrategic suppliers.
• Achieve a bestvalue position with suppliers through tendering competitive benchmarking and negotiation where multiple suitable suppliers exist.
• Analyze Market trends and supplier performance to ensure competitive pricing and optimal service quality.
• Conducting RFI RFP RFQ and evaluation for highvalue/longterm contracts preparing supplier selection and leading contract negotiations.
• Negotiating favourable conditions and prices with our suppliers worldwide and across procurement categories.
• Build up very strong relations with Divisions/Business Units and Sportradar Offices to ensure their needs are understood and their expectations are met. 
• Ensure procurement practices adhere to legal and ethical standards and compliance policies.
• Contribute to the professional development of the procurement team via mentoring and coaching.

YOUR PROFILE:

• At least 1012 years experience in procurement strategic sourcing or supply chain management roles specifically within Technology (Software Services Hardware & Telecom) and Consulting
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Business Administration Procurement Finance Supply Chain Management Information Technology or a related field.
• A deep understanding of market dynamics as well as Technology contracts Licensing models Technology Outsourcing and Managed Services
• CIPS CPSM or equivalent certification is required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills capable of engaging effectively at all levels of the organization and influencing key stakeholders. 
• Willingness to constructively dissent and challenge the status quo paired with a strong continuous improvement and change mindset
• Excellent negotiation skills and a proven track record of managing cost out initiatives 
• Very strong analytical and problemsolving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fastpaced dynamic environment adapting to changing priorities and business needs
• Proactive work style with high selfmotivation
• Ability to travel internationally
• Excellent English skills

Additional Information :

• Work for and shape one of the fastestgrowing digital sports companies in the world at the exciting intersection of sports media betting and advertising.
• A company culture that promotes kindness sports physical exercise and team play.
• Be part of a highly motivated innovative and dynamic organization with people from more than 30 nationalities in our offices.
• Women in Tech community and Sportradar Pride group inside the company inclusive for everyone to participate in
• An annual performancerelated bonus
• Opportunity for hybrid working.
• Company pension plan flexible voucher card bike leasing and other health care benefits.
• Summer events and Christmas party
• Coffee tea fresh fruits and water in the office
• Internal management programs according to management level: Grow / Lead Like a Pro / Sportradar eAcademy including team workshops with external trainers

SPORTRADAR

Sportradar is a global leader in understanding and leveraging the power of sports data and digital content for its clients around the world. We provide cuttingedge solutions and services to media companies bookmakers sports federations and state authorities.

We are a truly international business employing over 3500 people in more than 30 locations around the world. Our rapid growth has been driven by technological innovation alongside an understanding of our clients business needs. It is our commitment to excellent service quality and reliability that makes us the trusted partner of more than 1000 companies in over 100 countries.

We occupy a unique position at the intersection of the sports media and betting industries. This creates an exciting and fastmoving working environment that rewards creative thinking and hard work. We are passionate about what we do and we care passionately about our people.

If you think youre up to the challenge come and help us to grow innovate and develop!

Make the team: Join us and shape your future as well as ours!

At Sportradar we celebrate our diverse group of hardworking employees. Sportradar is committed to ensuring equal access to its programs facilities and employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. We encourage you to apply even if you only meet most of the requirements (but not 100% of the listed criteria) we believe skills evolve over time. If youre willing to learn and grow with us we invite you to join our team!

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime