Sourcing Manager

Job description

Veeam is the Data and AI Trust Company, specializing in helping organizations ensure their data and AI are fully understood, secured, and resilient to enable the acceleration of safe AI at scale. As the market leader in both data resilience and data security posture management, Veeam is built for the convergence of identity, data, security, and AI risk. Headquartered in Seattle with offices in more than 30 countries, Veeam protects over 550,000 customers worldwide, who trust Veeam to keep their businesses running. Join us as we go fearlessly forward together, growing, learning, and making a real impact for some of the world’s biggest brands. About the Role We are seeking a Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing initiatives across key spend categories, partnering closely with business leaders, Category Managers, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver measurable results. In this role, you will influence purchasing decisions, optimize supplier performance, mitigate risk, and identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiency. You will play a critical role in shaping sourcing strategies that support organizational growth while ensuring compliance, quality, and long-term value. What You’ll Do Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management Partner with business stakeholders and Category Managers to develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with organizational goals. Lead end-to-end sourcing events, including RFPs, RFQs, negotiations, and competitive bidding processes across assigned categories. Conduct market research, supplier assessments, and benchmarking analyses to inform sourcing decisions and strategic recommendations. Evaluate supplier proposals, facilitate bid analysis, and present sourcing recommendations to key decision-makers. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, driving performance, innovation, and continuous improvement. Contract Negotiation & Risk Management Negotiate commercial agreements and contract terms to secure optimal value, service levels, and quality outcomes. Manage the full contract lifecycle, including drafting, execution, renewals, amendments, and closeout activities. Partner with Legal, Finance, and business teams to identify, mitigate, and manage commercial and contractual risks. Ensure compliance with procurement policies, governance requirements, and approved supplier programs. Operational Excellence &…