Abacus
Manager, Technology Sourcing - Software
Abacus, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Title
Manager, Technology Sourcing - Software
Location HQ, USA, CA, San Francisco, 2nd St
Description Manager, Technology Sourcing - Software // Contractor hire Remote - USA Opportunity for extension or possible conversion. About the Team The Global Strategic Sourcing team at DoorDash is at the forefront of aligning supplier strategy with long-term business goals. We deliver a strategic advantage by streamlining external spend, managing supplier risk, and optimizing value across critical categories. With a focus on transparency, scalability, and stakeholder partnership, we drive innovation and operational efficiency across the organization. About the Role We are seeking a results-driven Manager of Global Strategic Sourcing & Category Management - Software (SaaS Focus) to lead sourcing activities across company-wide software initiatives. In this individual contributor role, you will serve as the primary sourcing expert and single point of contact for SaaS and software supplier engagements-from proof-of-concept through enterprise adoption. You will partner closely with Engineering, Product, Security, Legal, Finance, and other business stakeholders to shape sourcing strategy, manage supplier relationships, and ensure scalable, responsible adoption of technology solutions. You will own the end-to-end sourcing lifecycle for SaaS and software suppliers, balancing innovation with risk management, and act as the PMO for key software pilots by tracking progress, coordinating cross-functional efforts, and ensuring stakeholder alignment. This role requires enthusiasm for technology, fluency in the SaaS/software supplier landscape, and the ability to evaluate both risks and rewards of emerging solutions. You will report to the Senior Manager, Global Strategic Sourcing within the Finance org. This is a U.S.-based remote role. Key Responsibilities • Lead end-to-end sourcing and category strategy for SaaS and software solutions, including evaluation, selection, contracting, and lifecycle management. • Serve as the single point of contact for SaaS/software suppliers, coordinating proof-of-concepts, tracking outcomes, and managing full-cycle adoption decisions. • Act as the Program Management Office (PMO) for high-impact software pilots, ensuring structured tracking, reporting, and cross-functional alignment with stakeholders. • Partner with Engineering, Security, Legal, Product, and Finance to establish supplier strategy, risk frameworks, and best practices. • Execute RFx (RFI/RFP/RFQ) processes to evaluate innovative SaaS/software solutions, balancing performance, cost, risk, and long-term business value. • Negotiate complex SaaS supplier contracts (MSAs, SOWs, licensing, and service agreements) to protect DoorDash's commercial, technical, and legal interests. • Establish sourcing frameworks to enable stakeholder self-service, while guiding on high-complexity or strategic engagements. • Track supplier performance, market trends, and emerging software capabilities to inform sourcing strategy and risk mitigation. • Deliver measurable business impact through supplier consolidation, cost optimization, and value-added partnerships. • Champion a stakeholder-obsessed mindset, ensuring strong alignment, clear communication, and trusted advisory support to business partners. Qualifications • 7+ years of sourcing and procurement experience, with demonstrated success in software and SaaS category management. • Strong knowledge of supplier landscapes across SaaS providers and enterprise software. • Proven track record managing software sourcing pilots and adoption programs. • Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills with experience structuring complex SaaS/software contracts. • Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Security, Legal, Finance, and Product teams. • Enthusiasm for emerging technologies and risk-aware decision-making. • Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a stakeholder-obsessed mindset. • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, balancing multiple priorities with precision. • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree a plus).
Classification TAC: Temporary Agency Worker
Start Date Oct 13, 2025
End Date Dec 31, 2025
Business Unit Marketplace
Market CORP
Workday Access - Posting Yes
Business Need Increase in Workload
Primary Hours Standard Business Hours
Allow for Remote Yes
Requisition Process Type Standard
Job Posting SLA Classification Professional
Laptop Yes
Requisition Reason Original|Open Position
Intake Call Completion Date 2025-09-22T21:00:00.000
Location HQ, USA, CA, San Francisco, 2nd St
Description Manager, Technology Sourcing - Software // Contractor hire Remote - USA Opportunity for extension or possible conversion. About the Team The Global Strategic Sourcing team at DoorDash is at the forefront of aligning supplier strategy with long-term business goals. We deliver a strategic advantage by streamlining external spend, managing supplier risk, and optimizing value across critical categories. With a focus on transparency, scalability, and stakeholder partnership, we drive innovation and operational efficiency across the organization. About the Role We are seeking a results-driven Manager of Global Strategic Sourcing & Category Management - Software (SaaS Focus) to lead sourcing activities across company-wide software initiatives. In this individual contributor role, you will serve as the primary sourcing expert and single point of contact for SaaS and software supplier engagements-from proof-of-concept through enterprise adoption. You will partner closely with Engineering, Product, Security, Legal, Finance, and other business stakeholders to shape sourcing strategy, manage supplier relationships, and ensure scalable, responsible adoption of technology solutions. You will own the end-to-end sourcing lifecycle for SaaS and software suppliers, balancing innovation with risk management, and act as the PMO for key software pilots by tracking progress, coordinating cross-functional efforts, and ensuring stakeholder alignment. This role requires enthusiasm for technology, fluency in the SaaS/software supplier landscape, and the ability to evaluate both risks and rewards of emerging solutions. You will report to the Senior Manager, Global Strategic Sourcing within the Finance org. This is a U.S.-based remote role. Key Responsibilities • Lead end-to-end sourcing and category strategy for SaaS and software solutions, including evaluation, selection, contracting, and lifecycle management. • Serve as the single point of contact for SaaS/software suppliers, coordinating proof-of-concepts, tracking outcomes, and managing full-cycle adoption decisions. • Act as the Program Management Office (PMO) for high-impact software pilots, ensuring structured tracking, reporting, and cross-functional alignment with stakeholders. • Partner with Engineering, Security, Legal, Product, and Finance to establish supplier strategy, risk frameworks, and best practices. • Execute RFx (RFI/RFP/RFQ) processes to evaluate innovative SaaS/software solutions, balancing performance, cost, risk, and long-term business value. • Negotiate complex SaaS supplier contracts (MSAs, SOWs, licensing, and service agreements) to protect DoorDash's commercial, technical, and legal interests. • Establish sourcing frameworks to enable stakeholder self-service, while guiding on high-complexity or strategic engagements. • Track supplier performance, market trends, and emerging software capabilities to inform sourcing strategy and risk mitigation. • Deliver measurable business impact through supplier consolidation, cost optimization, and value-added partnerships. • Champion a stakeholder-obsessed mindset, ensuring strong alignment, clear communication, and trusted advisory support to business partners. Qualifications • 7+ years of sourcing and procurement experience, with demonstrated success in software and SaaS category management. • Strong knowledge of supplier landscapes across SaaS providers and enterprise software. • Proven track record managing software sourcing pilots and adoption programs. • Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills with experience structuring complex SaaS/software contracts. • Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Security, Legal, Finance, and Product teams. • Enthusiasm for emerging technologies and risk-aware decision-making. • Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a stakeholder-obsessed mindset. • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, balancing multiple priorities with precision. • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree a plus).
Classification TAC: Temporary Agency Worker
Start Date Oct 13, 2025
End Date Dec 31, 2025
Business Unit Marketplace
Market CORP
Workday Access - Posting Yes
Business Need Increase in Workload
Primary Hours Standard Business Hours
Allow for Remote Yes
Requisition Process Type Standard
Job Posting SLA Classification Professional
Laptop Yes
Requisition Reason Original|Open Position
Intake Call Completion Date 2025-09-22T21:00:00.000