Global Head of Sourcing and Procurement

Join us on a journey of endless possibilities At Strada, possibility isn’t just a promise – it’s the foundation of everything we do. We believe in unlocking potential for every colleague, creating a journey of growth, discovery, and impact. With the support, resources, and opportunities we provide, you’ll build a fulfilling future – working on meaningful projects that span industries and regions, contributing to outcomes that matter. Strada is a people, payroll, and technology leader simplifying international workforce management. Operating in 180+ countries, we design and deliver people-first solutions powered by cloud-based technology – helping organizations grow and enabling workforces to perform at their best. Learn more at www.stradaglobal.com Global Head of Sourcing and Procurement The Role People Management - Leads the team of Supplier Relationship Executives and/or Category Managers who manage Supplier contracts on behalf of Strada - Accountable for colleague engagement initiatives - Role models Strada values Operations and Governance - Accountable for development, deployment and maintenance of ongoing Governance practices and strategies to be utilized across the Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Management team - Identifies opportunities for optimization and operationalizes processes that increase efficiency, reduce costs and creates capacity to support new Supplier contracts - Operates well in “gray space” and is able to build framework and processes to support new projects, new scope or orphaned work from the ground up - Collaborates with Third-Party Security, Data Privacy, Finance, Legal, HR and business leaders to define and/or streamline processes where dependencies exist with Global Spend Management Team - Monitors and measures results against team targets, including Supplier cost savings,  Supplier consolidation and Supplier Management SLAs - Oversees the execution of projects and the deployment of new tools for the Global Spend Management team - Manages the annual budget for Global Spend Management Business Strategy - Sets strategic direction for the Global Spend Management Team, including but not limited to establishing annual performance goals, defining the scope of work and driving GSM processes with business leaders - Consults with business leaders on Supplier risk management strategies and presents suggestions with a balanced view of risk management techniques that will result in the least amount of disruption to the sales process, client services and operational delivery - Maximizes Supplier revenue-share/annual recurring revenue opportunities in partnership with business owners - Acts as the contractual partner between suppliers and the business while identifying potential opportunities for negotiations and for favorability within contracts, including deployment of revenue-share based models and/or referral agreements - Works with the Commercial team to define Supplier flow-downs to incorporate into client contracts, including but not limited to Supplier pass through costs/pricing, funding agreements, KYC, ADA capabilities and other non-negotiable terms and conditions - Partners with business leaders, Legal and Marketing to ensure proper documentation is in place for Supplier contracts that involve warrants, trademarking, white labeling or press releases - Works closely with business leaders and the shared services organizations, leading teams to the development of short- and long-term sourcing strategies that support the business - Drives the execution of procurement policies to meet the needs of internal stakeholders and delivery to clients, while eliminating or minimizing risks to Strada - Accountable for the supplier governance process, based on supplier tiering approach; drives overall value and strengthens the ROI The Requirements - Bachelors degree in business, finance, supply chain management or applicable field - 12+ years of experience in one or more of the following operational outsourcing disciplines: Health, Wealth, Payroll and Cloud, Technology or or broad experience across multiple outsourcing disciplines - 7+ years Client Management/Account Management experience - 10+ years of experience managing people and developing high performing teams - Experience managing client and/or third-party supplier contracts, with a detailed understanding of Terms and Conditions of the Services Agreement, Statements of Work and Fee Schedules - Deep expertise in overseeing Governance routines and processes: change orders, Service Level Agreements, performance dashboards, escalation management, root cause analysis, risk mitigation, audit compliance (SOC I and SOC II), business continuity, data privacy and related Governance routines - Strong financial acumen, including but not limited to P&L Management, budgets and forecasting, invoice validation, cost savings, ROI/cost modeling and operational fee structures (ie:  PEPM/PEPY, volume-based pricing, variable charges, RUs, minimum guarantees and ARC/RRC) - In-depth understanding of PII, GDPR and data privacy - Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to manage by influence and build trusted partnerships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organization - Strong cross-cultural skills and experience working with global delivery models - Solutions oriented, with a proven track record of using facts, data and cost modelling techniques to build business cases and influence decisions - Experience in negotiation techniques; proven ability to deliver favorable agreements which meet business requirements - Strong knowledge of the industry and market trends - Project management or program management experience - Working knowledge of contracting process and tools - Able to travel as required At Strada, our values guide everything we do: - Anticipate Customer Needs – We stay ahead of trends so our customers can grow and succeed. - Own the Outcome – We take responsibility for delivering excellence and ensuring things get done right. - Challenge Ourselves to Work Smarter – We move faster than the world around us to drive change and accomplish more. - Empower Each Other to Solve Problems – We tackle challenges head on, ask tough questions, and collaborate to find the best solutions. - Care About Our Work – We understand that what we do impacts millions, and we have a responsibility to get it right. Benefits At Strada, we support your whole self—offering a range of benefits for your health, wellbeing, finances, and future. These include health coverage, wellbeing programs, paid leave (vacation, sick, parental), retirement plans, learning opportunities, and more. All offers are contingent on successful completion of background checks, where permitted by law and as appropriate for the role. These may include identity, education, employment, and in some cases, criminal history verification, checks against global watchlists, credit reports, and/or drug testing. You’ll be informed of the specific checks applicable to your role and location during the recruitment process. Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Strada is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that embracing differences strengthens our teams and drives innovation and success. Diversity Policy Statement Strada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on legally protected characteristics. We provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious practices. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation by contacting their recruiter. Authorization to work in the Employing Country To be considered, you must have current and future work authorization in the country where you're applying, without the need for visa sponsorship by Strada. Please note: This job description does not limit Strada’s right to assign or reassign responsibilities, including to subsidiaries, partners, or future business purchasers. We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization. Salary Pay Range Minimum - Maximum: $0.00 - $0.00 Pay Transparency Statement: Strada considers a variety of factors in determining whether to extend an offer of employment and in setting the appropriate compensation level, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience, education, certification/credentials, market data, internal equity, and geography. Strada makes these decisions on an individualized, non-discriminatory basis. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. DISCLAIMER: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Strada business units. Strada provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, veteran, marital, parental, citizenship, or domestic partner status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Strada is committed to a diverse workforce and is an affirmative action employer.