Strategic Sourcing Manager

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next.  Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world. To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Person, defined as a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, Asylee, or Refugee.

 Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Please review the job details below. We are building a world-class Procurement organization of trusted advisors that deliver value and foster innovation to fuel Vantor’s mission-critical business operations. The Vantor Procurement organization spans multiple Category Management pillars, including indirect procurement, direct procurement, third-party risk management, and satellite aerospace engineering. Vantor is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager with experience supporting technology and services categories to join our team in Westminster, CO. The ideal candidate will bring extensive sourcing and category management experience, a data-driven mindset, and a track record of delivering measurable business value. In this role, you will operate as an individual contributor with full ownership of sourcing strategies, execution and category management focused on technology and services across the business. The ideal candidate will become a trusted partner to cross-functional stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment with business priorities, program objectives, and financial targets, while contributing to broader procurement and supplier management initiatives across the organization. Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives across a variety of categories, leveraging experience in technology and services, including vendor selection, RFx execution, supplier evaluation, and contracting Develop sourcing and category strategies that deliver significant value to stakeholders Analyze supplier landscape and market dynamics to inform category strategies and sourcing decisions Proactively manage categories to optimize results - including spend analytics, supplier performance and stakeholder management Drive cost optimization, value creation, and risk mitigation across the supplier portfolio (e.g., savings, cost avoidance, contract optimization) Leverage data analytics and technology (including AI-enabled tools) to enhance sourcing efficiency, insights, and decision-making Contract management activities including but not limited to: interpretation, negotiation, redlining, versioning, facilitation between stakeholders, legal and the supplier Own strategic supplier relationships, including performance management, business reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives Influence cross-functional stakeholders to align on sourcing strategies, supplier selection, and standardization opportunities Manage key indirect suppliers and spend across the organization Drive adoption and continuous improvement of sourcing processes, tools, and governance frameworks Other duties as assigned Minimum Requirements: Must be a US Citizen Minimum of 7+ years related experience in contract negotiations, strategic sourcing, category management, supplier management, spend analytics and/or market intelligence Bachelor’s degree in business or a related technical field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word Demonstrated ability to support multiple indirect spend categories as an individual contributor, with experience in Technology and Services and the ability to operate across diverse stakeholder groups and competing business priorities Experience sourcing technology and/or services categories (e.g., software, SaaS, cloud, IT services, or professional services) Preferred Qualifications: Deep expertise in strategic sourcing, contract management, project management, and supplier performance management Experience leading large and complex sourcing events and contract negotiations Experience structuring and negotiating complex, high-value agreements with technology and services providers Demonstrated experience negotiating supplier agreements to achieve best-value outcomes while maintaining strong supplier relationships Strong stakeholder influence and change management skills, with the ability to drive adoption of procurement processes and best practices across cross-functional teams Experience supporting Technology and Services categories (e.g., software, cloud, SaaS, IT services, or professional services) is preferred, but not required to be the sole focus Strong financial acumen, including cost analysis, total cost of ownership (TCO), and risk assessment Experience leveraging data analytics and automation tools to enhance sourcing effectiveness and support data-driven decision-making #LI-MG1 Pay Transparency: In support of pay transparency at Vantor, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings.  The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range. ● The base pay for this position within Colorado is: $97,000.00 - $161,000.00 annually.   For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range. Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careers Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions. The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.  If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.  The date of posting can be found on Vantor's Career page at the top of each job posting. To apply, submit your application via Vantor's Career page. EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.