Director, Technology Sourcing

Job Description

Director of Technology Sourcing | Procurement | Remote, US

Are you ready to write your next chapter? Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. With proven technology, we process the largest volume of payments in the world, driving the global economy every day. When you join Worldpay, you join a global community of experts and changemakers, working to reinvent an industry by constantly evolving how we work and making the way millions of people pay easier, every day.

What makes a Worldpayer? It's simple: Think, Act, Win. We stay curious, always asking the right questions to be better every day, finding creative solutions to simplify the complex. We're dynamic, every Worldpayer is empowered to make the right decisions for their customers. And we're determined, always staying open - winning and failing as one.

We're looking for a Director of Technology Sourcing to join our ever-evolving Procurement team to help us unleash the potential of every business.

Are you ready to make your mark? Then you sound like a Worldpayer.

About the team

The Worldpay procurement team brings focused expertise and drives a culture of spending discipline for strategic vendors/categories (highly critical to current and future business operations) via the employment of efficient, effective, and best in class strategic sourcing, contract management, negotiation, and supplier management practices. They serve as a central point of contact for indirect strategic suppliers for goods and services supporting Worldpay's operations and growth trajectory in the marketplace.

What you'll own

The Technology Sourcing Director serves as a central point of contact for internal business leaders and strategic suppliers. Interfaces with senior leadership both within Worldpay and at suppliers. Serves as a source of best practices to be implemented by more junior team members.

• Competitively sourcing technology spend through engagement of strategic suppliers and application of industry knowledge

• Drafting, negotiating, project manage and executing contractual documents including but not limited to master service agreements, statements of work, letter agreements, and purchase orders

• Supplier management - supporting the evolution of supplier management through supplier scorecard development and supplier quarterly business

• Intellectual property licensing procurement & structural guidance

• Liaise with technical personnel to interpret technical specifications to commercial and corporate financial requirements

• Summarize and present business cases and agreements for executive review and approval

Where you'll own it

You'll own it from anywhere in the US! While we're a large team of Worldpayers based in North America, we have collaborative spaces and regular opportunities to celebrate with each other in person

What you bring

Bachelor's degree in business administration or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience.

• 8+ years' experience in technology sourcing or similar role.

• Advanced key procurement skills: Development / management of category strategies; RFP / RFI development, contract negotiations, strategic sourcing, management of supplier relationship lifecycle, understanding of risk mitigation principles, and understanding of various cost evaluation methods (TCO, ROI, Payback Period, etc.)

• Advanced contracting skills - knowledge of contracting principles, laws, regulations and industry standards.

• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing business strategy; extensive business case writing, strong background in market intelligence research, and excellent in negotiation strategy and tactics

• Extensive experience managing Business Requirements, Project Plans, Project Schedules and associated project materials in a mid to large size company.

• Advanced contracting skills - knowledge of contracting principles, laws, regulations and industry standards.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, the ability to clearly and concisely communicate information at multiple levels, adapting easily to change. Capable of effective executive management presentations / communications

Worldpay perks - what we'll bring for you

We know it's bigger than just your career. It's your life, and your world. That's why we offer global benefits and programs to support you at every stage. Here's a taste of what you can expect.

• A competitive salary and benefits.

• Time to support charities and give back to your community.

• Parental leave policy.

• Global recognition platform.

• Virgin Pulse access.

• Global employee assistance program

What makes a Worldpayer

At Worldpay, we take our Values seriously, and we live them every day. Think like a customer, Act like an owner, and Win as a team.

• Curious. Humble. Creative. We ask the right questions, listening and learning to get better every day. We simplify the complex and we're always looking to create a bigger impact for our colleagues and customers.

• Empowered. Accountable. Dynamic. We stay agile, using our initiative, taking calculated risks to progress. Never standing still, never settling, we work at pace to achieve our goals. We champion our ideas and stay flexible to make them happen. We know that every action adds up.

• Determined. Inclusive. Open. Unlocking potential means working as one global community. Our work spans borders, and we stay united by our purpose. We collaborate, always encouraging others to perform at their best, welcoming new perspectives.

Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Worldpayer.

Apply now to write the next chapter in your career.

We can't wait to hear from you.

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EEOC Statement

Worldpay is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here supplement document available here.

For positions located in the US, the following conditions apply. If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo a drug test. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Sourcing Model

Recruitment at Worldpay works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. Worldpay does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.