Stellantis Financial Services US · 17 hours ago
Associate Director, Sourcing and Category Management
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expStellantis Financial Services (SFS) is a new captive finance company for a leading automaker, seeking an Associate Director, Sourcing and Category Management to develop and execute sourcing strategies. The role involves optimizing supplier relationships and driving value across key spend categories while aligning sourcing decisions with business objectives and compliance requirements.
AccountingFinanceLeasing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and execute category management strategies across key spend areas, aligning with SFS’s financial, operational, and compliance goals
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including supplier selection, negotiation, and contracting, to optimize value and mitigate risk
Manage relationships with critical vendors, ensuring adherence to contractual, regulatory, and service-level requirements
Partner with stakeholders to support vendor risk management and ensure third-party compliance with SFS and Stellantis policies
Oversee the execution of RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs, including evaluation, analysis, and recommendation of award decisions
Analyze category spend, supplier performance, and market trends to identify savings opportunities and drive continuous improvement
Collaborate with Legal and Compliance teams to ensure sourcing activities meet all internal controls, data protection, and audit requirements
Negotiate complex commercial agreements, including terms for performance, liability, confidentiality, and cybersecurity
Develop and maintain sourcing and procurement governance frameworks, policies, and templates
Provide leadership and mentorship to sourcing and procurement team members to build organizational capability
Qualification
Required
Minimum eight (8) years' experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management
Minimum four (4) years' experience in a leadership or managerial role
Experience developing and executing sourcing strategies and managing categories across technology, data services, professional services, and other enterprise spend areas
Proven capability in supplier relationship and performance management, including ongoing vendor governance
Skilled in contract negotiation, risk management, and working with vendor risk, compliance, and audit processes
Solid understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements, including SOX, CCPA, CPRA, data privacy, and cybersecurity standards
Proficient in conducting financial analysis, driving cost optimization, and leveraging complex data to inform strategic, data-driven decisions
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, partner effectively with senior stakeholders, and influence decision-making
Experience in process improvement, change leadership, and operating effectively in dynamic, fast-paced environments
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.), and procurement platforms (Oracle, Workday)
Experience working within the financial services industry or other regulated environments
Strong ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality outcomes
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field required
Preferred
Master's degree, JD or MBA preferred
C.S.P. (Certified Sourcing Professional), CLM (Contract Lifecycle Management), or equivalent
Company
Stellantis Financial Services US
Stellantis Financial Services provides new and used auto financing for Stellantis’ premier brands: Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®, Ram, Mopar, SRT, FIAT®, and ALFA ROMEO.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Alberto Grippo
Deputy CEO, COO Commercial Lending
Bennie Duck
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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