Job Summary

This role leads a team of senior-level individual contributors and strategists within the Technologies category of Indirect Procurement. The Senior Manager is responsible for architecting and executing innovative sourcing strategies, driving strategic procurement projects, and overseeing the development and delivery of complex initiatives with global impact. The role manages demand and supply matching activities at a strategic level, ensuring key business metrics are met, and engages with senior stakeholders to influence supply chain strategic development. The Senior Manager partners with suppliers in forward-thinking strategic initiatives and addresses complex business and technical challenges, leading teams in risk analysis and mitigation strategies.

Role OverviewLead, coach, and guide a team of category managers and strategists in the Technologies category, supporting capability development in negotiation, strategy building, and stakeholder engagement.Architect and lead high-impact category strategies that align with HP’s business objectives and cost transformation goals. Influence and engage with executive stakeholders to drive strategic sourcing decisions and optimize cost structures across HP’s business units.Serve as a senior negotiator in high-visibility supplier engagements, securing competitive advantages and fostering innovation.Partner cross-functionally with legal, finance, operations, and global category management teams to enable seamless and compliant execution.Analyze market trends and business intelligence to inform long-term sourcing strategies and uncover areas for growth, efficiency, and risk mitigation.
 Why HP?

At HP, you’ll work with passionate, results-driven teams to deliver exceptional business outcomes. We foster innovation, empower bold thinkers, and create growth opportunities. Join us to help shape the future of procurement at one of the world’s most iconic companies.
 

Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct and ongoing leadership to a team of senior-level exempt individual contributors and managers to coordinate, manage, and lead strategic procurement projects for the Technologies category.Hold accountability for results of the Technologies category in terms of strategy and cost savings, ensuring performance meets global and regional planning requirements.Plan, direct, and monitor high-end operational/tactical activities of staff, focusing on strategic issues and operational excellence.Oversee the development and delivery of complex initiatives that impact the supply chain globally, involving cross-functional collaboration across organizational hierarchies, functions, and regions.Act as a key advisor to senior business executives on the development of overall strategies and long-term goals, and partner with suppliers in strategic development and relationship building.Create new operational efficiencies and cost savings within the supply chain using process improvement and policy development.Lead teams to produce in-depth risk analyses, formulate effective mitigation strategies for projects, vendor relationships, and contracts, and refine procurement processes and procedures.Perform responsibilities of hiring, setting and monitoring annual performance plans, coaching, and career development, ensuring proper tools are in place to support the team and processes.

Education & Experience RequiredBachelor’s degree required; MBA or Master’s in Supply Chain Management or related field preferred.Typically 10+ years of progressive experience in procurement, consulting, or strategic sourcing, ideally in a global environment.Background in sales or consulting is strongly preferred.

Preferred CertificationsProject Management Professional (PMP)Lean Six SigmaC.P.M., CPSM, CPSD, CPCM, CCCM, CSCP, CPIM, CLTD, or other related certifications

Knowledge & SkillsStrong knowledge of indirect categories such as Technologies and SoftwareExpert-level negotiation and business strategy capabilitiesProven ability to influence and consult with executives and senior stakeholdersAbility to provide innovative solutions to complex issuesDeep knowledge of supply chain, financial modeling, and business strategy toolsExceptional communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skillsExperience managing complex supplier ecosystems and delivering transformational outcomesAI Fluency

Cross-Org SkillsExcellent communication and influencing abilities, including at an executive levelStrong analytical and data analysis skillsAbility to lead cross-functional teams effectively and drive strategic initiativesStrong mentoring and leadership skillsProactive in identifying areas for improvement and risk mitigationResults Orientation, Learning Agility, Digital Fluency, Customer Centricity

Working ConditionsGlobal role with support across multiple time zonesOccasional travel for supplier meetings, governance reviews, and leadership summitsHybrid role – on-site 3 days/week
Impact & Scope

Impacts large functions and leads large, cross-division functional teams or projects.

Complexity

Provides highly innovative solutions to complex problems within established policy.

Disclaimer

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.