Procurement & Outsourcing Director
About the job
Summary
The Procurement & Outsourcing Director at Xsolla oversees and optimizes procurement processes, manages procurement activities, and coordinates outsourcing efforts for development projects. This role requires strategic planning and operational execution to ensure cost-effective sourcing, supplier relationship management, and successful collaboration with outsourced development teams. Responsibilities include developing and implementing procurement strategies, identifying cost-saving opportunities, sourcing and evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, building supplier relationships, establishing procurement policies, ensuring regulatory compliance, tracking supplier performance, identifying outsourcing needs, developing frameworks for selecting outsourcing partners, negotiating contracts with outsourced partners, overseeing outsourced projects, facilitating communication, monitoring project progress, and identifying and addressing risks. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in procurement and outsourcing management, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and negotiation abilities, and proficiency in relevant software. Experience in the technology or software development industries is essential.
Must have:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies
- Negotiate contracts and pricing
- Manage outsourced development projects
- Supplier relationship management
- Ensure regulatory compliance
- Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication & negotiation
- Experience in technology/software development
Good to have:
- Master's degree
- Agile methodology knowledge
- Multilingual proficiency
- Experience with international vendors
Perks:
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision
- Unlimited Flexible Time Off
- Personalized career roadmap
- Professional development opportunities
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We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Procurement and Outsourcing Manager to oversee and optimize the procurement processes, manage procurement activities, and efficiently coordinate outsourcing efforts for development projects. This role combines strategic planning and operational execution to ensure cost-effective sourcing, supplier relationship management, and successful continued management and collaboration with outsourced development teams.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the company's objectives.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive efficiency in the procurement process.
- Source, evaluate, and select reliable suppliers and vendors.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to achieve optimal value for the organization.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality, delivery, and service levels.
- Establish and refine procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements in all procurement activities.
- Track and evaluate supplier performance and procurement metrics.
- Prepare and present regular procurement reports to stakeholders.
- Identify outsourcing needs in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Develop a framework for selecting outsourcing partners based on project requirements, timelines, and budgets.
- Source and evaluate development outsourcing partners, including freelancers, agencies, and offshore teams.
- Negotiate contracts, service-level agreements (SLAs), and payment terms.
- Ensure clarity of deliverables, milestones, and performance standards in all agreements.
- Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams and outsourced partners.
- Oversee the management of outsourced development projects, ensuring alignment with company objectives and deadlines.
- Facilitate effective communication, resource sharing, and problem-solving across internal and external teams.
- Monitor project progress, budgets, and deliverables to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Identify and address potential risks in outsourcing arrangements.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of outsourcing engagements and implement improvements.
- Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and outsourcing best practices.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus.
- Proven experience in procurement processes and management, including vendor negotiation and contract administration.
- Demonstrated expertise in managing development outsourcing projects and external partnerships.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on cost efficiency and value creation.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management abilities.
- Proficiency in procurement tools, project management software, and collaboration platforms.
- Understanding of regulatory compliance and risk management related to procurement and outsourcing.
- Experience in technology or software development industries.
- Familiarity with Agile or other software development methodologies.
- Multilingual proficiency or experience with international vendors.
Don’t meet every requirement listed? Studies show that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs when they don’t meet every requirement. At Xsolla, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community, so if you think you could be amazing in this role, even without all the listed qualifications, please apply! You may be exactly who we didn’t even know we need.
Benefits:
We are passionate about fostering a supportive environment for our team, so we prioritize the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our employees and their families through a comprehensive Benefits Program. This includes 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, unlimited Flexible Time Off, and a personalized career roadmap for each employee. By investing in professional development through training and educational opportunities, we ensure that our team thrives both personally and professionally. Together, we’re not just building a business; we’re cultivating a community that values creativity, collaboration, and the transformative power of play.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Xsolla is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the Fair Chance Act.
Criminal History Consideration:
For the Procurement & Outsourcing Director, we will conduct a background check that may include the following:
Criminal history check
Employment verification
Education verification
Relevance to Job Responsibilities:
The background check is relevant to this position because of the following role responsibilities:
Accessing confidential company data
Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
Rights Under the Fair Chance Act:
Applicants are encouraged to inquire about their rights under the Fair Chance Act. If you have questions regarding our hiring practices, please contact careers@xsolla.com.
By submitting the following job application form, you consent to Xsolla processing your data for career-related inquiries and potential employment opportunities. We process your data in accordance with this Xsolla Privacy Notice for Job Applicants. Please direct any inquiries regarding your data privacy to careers@xsolla.com.
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About The Company
Xsolla's video game business engine helps game developers and publishers operate more efficiently and sell more games. Serving only the video game industry, Xsolla caters to businesses from indie to enterprise, with solutions that solve the complexities of distribution, marketing, and monetization so developers, publishers, and platform partners. Our goal is to increase your audience, sales and revenue.
Headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices worldwide, Xsolla operates as a merchant and seller of record for major gaming entities like Valve, Twitch, Ubisoft, Epic Games, and PUBG Corporation.
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