Head Sourcing Technology Services

pSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert: /p pLocation: /p pZürich, CH /p pDate: Oct 15, 2026 /p pbAt Chain IQ, your ideas move fast. /b /p pChain IQ is a global AI-driven Procurement Service Partner, headquartered in Baar, Switzerland, with operations across main centers and 16 offices worldwide. We provide tailored, end-to-end procurement solutions that enable transformation, drive scalability, and deliver substantial reductions in our clients' indirect spend. Our culture is built on innovation, entrepreneurship, ownership, and impact. Here, your voice matters - bold thinking is encouraged, and action follows ambition. /p h3Purpose /h3 pThe Team Leader, IT Strategic Sourcing is responsible for leading, developing, and coaching a team of Strategic Sourcers within Chain IQ's global IT sourcing organization. The role combines people leadership, operational delivery management, and strategic client engagement to ensure the successful execution of complex sourcing initiatives across multiple clients and geographies. /p pAs a senior procurement leader and trusted advisor, the Team Leader drives sourcing excellence, value creation, innovation, and commercial outcomes while ensuring high levels of client satisfaction, team performance, and professional development. The role serves as the escalation point for complex negotiations, sourcing challenges, and stakeholder management activities, while helping shape the future direction of the IT sourcing practice. /p pThe position operates in a highly dynamic multinational environment, managing competing priorities across multiple clients, categories, and markets. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 h3Leadership People Management /h3 ul liLead, coach, and develop a team of Strategic Sourcers and Senior Strategic Sourcers. /li liConduct performance reviews, development discussions, and succession planning activities. /li liSupport recruitment, onboarding, and retention of sourcing talent. /li liFoster a high-performance culture focused on client value, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. /li liMentor team members on sourcing strategies, negotiation techniques, stakeholder management, and category expertise. /li liDrive knowledge sharing and best-practice adoption across the IT sourcing community. /li liPromote employee engagement and create development opportunities for team members. /li /ul h3Client Stakeholder Management /h3 ul liAct as senior trusted advisor to executive stakeholders including CIOs, CTOs, CPOs, CFOs, Managing Directors, and Procurement Leadership. /li liBuild and maintain strategic client relationships to ensure long-term value creation and client satisfaction. /li liSupport complex executive-level discussions, escalations, and negotiations. /li liEnsure consistent delivery quality across all sourcing initiatives managed by the team. /li liIdentify opportunities to expand sourcing support and strategic value delivery for clients. /li liOversee multiple high-value sourcing initiatives across software, hardware, cloud, telecommunications, outsourcing, managed services, and infrastructure categories. /li liProvide strategic guidance on sourcing approaches, commercial models, supplier strategies, and negotiation tactics. /li liSupport and lead negotiations for large-scale and strategic supplier agreements. /li liReview and challenge sourcing strategies to maximize savings, value creation, and risk mitigation. /li liEnsure sourcing projects are delivered on time, within scope, and according to client expectations. /li liDrive adoption of market benchmarks and category intelligence to strengthen negotiation outcomes. /li /ul h3Operational Excellence /h3 ul liManage team capacity, workload prioritization, and resource allocation across clients and projects. /li liMonitor sourcing pipeline, delivery performance, and service levels. /li liEnsure compliance with client policies, procurement standards, legal requirements, and internal governance processes. /li liDrive continuous improvement initiatives across sourcing processes, tools, templates, and methodologies. /li /ul h3Market Category Leadership /h3 ul liMaintain deep understanding of IT market trends, supplier landscapes, emerging technologies, and commercial developments. /li liAct as category leader for designated IT sourcing domains. /li liDevelop category strategies, market intelligence, benchmarks, and supplier insights. /li liSupport business development activities, solution design, and client presentations where required. /li liIdentify opportunities for innovation, supplier consolidation, cost optimization, and operating model improvements. /li /ul h3Required Experience Skills /h3 h3Professional Experience /h3 ul li10+ years of IT sourcing, procurement, vendor management, or commercial experience. /li li3–5+ years of people leadership experience. /li liProven track record managing high-performing sourcing teams. /li liExtensive experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives and large-scale negotiations. /li liExperience working in multinational and multi-client environments. /li liDemonstrated success managing executive-level stakeholder relationships. /li /ul h3IT Category Expertise /h3 pStrong knowledge across multiple IT domains, including: /p ul liSoftware licensing, pricing models, and enterprise agreements /li liIT infrastructure and data centres /li liEnd-user devices and hardware sourcing /li liManaged services and outsourcing /li liNetwork and telecommunications services /li liCybersecurity solutions and services /li liNearshore and offshore delivery models /li liEmerging technologies including AI and automation solutions /li /ul h3Leadership Skills /h3 ul liStrong people leadership and coaching capabilities. /li liExcellent stakeholder and relationship management skills. /li liAbility to influence senior executives and drive strategic decisions. /li liProven capability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. /li liStrong conflict resolution and escalation management skills. /li liHigh degree of accountability and ownership. /li /ul h3Commercial Analytical Skills /h3 ul liExpert negotiation and supplier management capabilities. /liliStrong financial, commercial, and contractual understanding. /liliAdvanced analytical and problem-solving skills. /liliExperience with benchmarking, cost modelling, and business case development. /liliStrong risk management and decision-making capabilities. /li /ul h3Technical Language Skills /h3 ul liExperience using e-sourcing and procurement technologies. /li liAdvanced Microsoft Office and analytics capabilities. /li liFamiliarity with AI-enabled sourcing tools and digital procurement platforms. /li liBusiness fluency in English. /li liAdditional languages are considered an advantage. /li /ul pbJoin a truly global team. /b /p pWe offer a dynamic and international environment where high performance meets real purpose. We're proud to be Great Place to Work-certified and even prouder of the people who make that possible. Let’s shape the future of procurement - together. /p pbChain IQ – Create. Lead. Make an impact. /b /p #J-18808-Ljbffr