Global Sourcing, Director

Agilent Technologies•Wilmington, DE

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Strategic Sourcing Director – IT leads the development and execution of global sourcing strategies across Information Technology categories, including Software & SaaS, Hardware & VARs, IT Outsourced Services, Telecom, and Software Development. This role is accountable for driving enterprise value through category strategy leadership, supplier optimization, commercial excellence, and cross‑functional partnership with IT, Legal, Finance, and senior business stakeholders. This position is a people and strategy leadership role, overseeing a global team of Strategic Sourcing Managers while owning executive‑level engagement, risk management, and long‑range IT sourcing roadmaps.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.
8+ years of progressive experience in IT sourcing, procurement, or category leadership, including global scope
5+ years of experience formally or informally leading people, projects and/or programs
Demonstrated success leading enterprise‑scale IT sourcing strategies (Software/SaaS, Cloud, IT Services, Hardware)
Deep understanding of IT commercial models, licensing structures, and contracting risks
Strong negotiation and contract management skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in procurement software and tools
Ability to lead and manage cross-functional global teams
Strategic thinker with a results-oriented approach
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Strong ethical standards and integrity

Nice To Haves

MBA or relevant certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) preferred

Responsibilities

Own and execute global IT category strategies aligned with Agilent’s technology roadmap, digital transformation, security requirements, and financial objectives
Translate business and IT priorities into multi‑year sourcing strategies, including supplier consolidation, innovative partnerships, and demand shaping
Lead complex, high‑value sourcing initiatives (RFPs, negotiations, renewals) with enterprise‑wide impact
Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Conduct regular performance reviews and negotiate contracts.
Risk Management: Assess and mitigate risks associated with supplier relationships and procurement processes. Develop contingency plans to ensure business continuity.
Conduct market research and analysis to stay informed about industry trends, pricing, and best practices. Use this information to make informed sourcing decisions.
Serve as the primary sourcing partner to IT leadership, including CIO‑level stakeholders , CFO and Chief Transformation Officer.
Partner closely with Information Security, Legal, Finance, Privacy, and Compliance to ensure sourcing decisions meet enterprise standards
Influence senior leaders through data‑driven insights, market intelligence, and clear articulation of trade-offs
Ensure all sourcing activities comply with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards.
Deliver measurable outcomes across cost reduction P&L savings, cost avoidance, risk mitigation, and service improvement
Own savings pipeline and performance governance for IT categories, aligned to One Procurement and Ignite expectations
Ensure sourcing activities support budget predictability, scalability, and long‑term value creation
Lead, coach, and develop a global IT sourcing team, fostering strong talent bench, succession readiness, and high engagement
Set clear expectations, priorities, and accountability across the team
Drive consistent adoption of sourcing processes, tools, and governance across regions
Develop and maintain reporting mechanisms to track sourcing performance, supplier metrics, and cost savings. Present findings to senior management.