Jobs in Reston, VA

About the role

Within Verisign, the Sourcing and Procurement Team provides enterprise-wide procurement expertise and support across various commodities, including but not limited to corporate services, technology, professional services, and telecommunications. We are seeking an experienced individual level contributor to enhance our existing capabilities. In the Technology Sourcing and Procurement Manager role, you will engage with cross-functional stakeholders and lead various procurement-related processes, which includes identifying sourcing opportunities, leading competitive bidding initiatives, evaluating supplier proposals, and negotiating commercial terms and conditions. This position is instrumental in achieving objectives across price, quality, service, compliance, and performance.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
• 8 + years of related progressively responsible related business experience leading strategic sourcing and contracting initiatives across various spend categories
• At least 5 years of experience in technology sourcing and procurement
• At least 2 years of leading complex sourcing and contracting initiatives on enterprise software agreements
• Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities and comfortable working in a dynamic environment
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and stakeholder management skills with the experience and desire to make data-driven recommendations
• Track record in leading procurement process improvement initiatives
• Experience using procurement and contract management systems (e.g., Oracle, Workday, Zycus, SAP)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (for data analysis) and PowerPoint (building executive-level presentations)
• Graduate Degree or equivalent work experience
• Experience influencing cross-functional teams
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)