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BlackLine · 18 hours ago

Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager, Workplace Services

Pleasanton, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

7+ years exp

BlackLine is a leading provider of cloud software that automates and controls the financial close process. They are seeking a Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager for Workplace Services to drive informed decision-making, cost savings, and effective vendor management for facilities and workplace services.

Computer Software

Responsibilities

Lead sourcing and procurement workstreams for new office build-outs, relocations, and major renovation projects, ensuring alignment with project timelines and budgets

Lead sourcing projects, including vendor selection (RFIs, RFPs), negotiation, and contracting for other facilities-related goods and services such as maintenance, janitorial, security, and office amenities

Develop and maintain a deep understanding of market dynamics, supplier landscapes, and cost trends to proactively identify sourcing opportunities and risks

Identification and realization of cost-savings, supply risk reduction opportunities, and building a culture of long-term savings without compromising supply assurance or quality

Create and utilize should-cost models for key spend categories to drive negotiation strategies and ensure market-competitive pricing

Establish and manage a robust vendor performance management program, including scorecards, quarterly business reviews (QBRs), and continuous improvement initiatives

In partnership with legal and security teams, manage the end-to-end vendor risk process, from initial security assessments to ongoing monitoring of critical facilities vendors

Develop sourcing strategy and plans in close coordination with internal stakeholders, including Workplace, Facilities, and Real Estate teams

Continuous learning and development of knowledge of strategic sourcing methods, WPS | Facilities service categories, and general supply market conditions to drive innovation and continuous improvement

Adhere to, and monitor compliance with, company strategic sourcing policies and procedures to transact business with the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and professional conduct

Qualification

Strategic sourcingVendor managementFinancial analysisE-sourcing toolsMarket intelligenceShould-cost modelingCategory expertiseAdvanced negotiationsAnalytical skillsMulti-taskingCommunication skillsAttention to detailSelf-starter

Required

7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, vendor management, or global procurement, with a significant focus on workplace services and facilities, construction, or other corporate services spend

BS Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, or Management

Ability to effectively communicate and present information to all levels of the organization, from one-on-one meetings to executive management

Strong knowledge of procurement and strategic sourcing best practices

Effective written communication skills to summarize complex concepts and terms into executive summaries

Must be comfortable working in a high-pace environment, be able to multi-task, and have a hands-on attitude

Must be able to excel in a flexible, fast-paced work environment and meet deadlines

Strong analytical skills, high level of attention to detail, and a self-starter with a 'can-do' mentality

Preferred

Demonstrated sourcing experience in critical facilities sub-categories, including Integrated Facility Management (IFM), commercial real estate brokerage, design & build services, capital projects, hard and soft services (hard services (e.g., HVAC, electrical, plumbing), soft services (e.g., janitorial, security)), and office amenities

Experience reviewing and abstracting key commercial terms from real estate lease agreements

Proven expertise in negotiating complex, high-value contracts, including Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), and Service Level Agreements (SLAs)

Strong financial acumen with the ability to perform detailed spend analysis, total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, and build compelling business cases

Hands-on experience with e-sourcing and procure-to-pay (P2P) platforms (e.g., Coupa, Ariba, Scout RFP)

Strong understanding of global facilities operations and experience partnering with workplace and real estate teams