Director, Technical Procurement

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Director of Technology Procurement to lead our enterprise-wide technology sourcing strategy. This role will be responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for IT infrastructure, software, cloud services, and emerging technologies. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in technology sourcing, contract negotiation, vendor management, and cost optimization.

As the Director of Technology Procurement, you will partner with technology and functional leaders to align procurement strategies with business needs, ensuring that we acquire best-in-class technology solutions while optimizing costs and mitigating risks. You will also develop supplier relationships, drive digital transformation initiatives within procurement, and establish best-in-class procurement practices.

 

In this role, you will…

• Develop and execute a comprehensive technology procurement strategy that aligns with business objectives and growth plans.
• Lead negotiations for enterprise-wide technology contracts, including SaaS, cloud computing, hardware, and professional services.
• Manage vendor relationships and strategic partnerships to optimize cost, quality, and service levels. Work with vendors to ensure that emerging product needs are put onto the roadmap.
• Work closely with IT, Finance, and Legal teams to ensure compliance, cost control, and risk management in all technology procurement activities. Collaborate with the procurement team of our parent company (Fanatics Holdings) to align on a coordinated procurement strategy.
• Oversee procurement processes to ensure efficiency, transparency, and alignment with corporate governance.
• Implement best practices for cost analysis, contract management, and supplier performance evaluation.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and market trends to drive innovation and strategic sourcing opportunities.
• Optimize licensing agreements and cloud spending to ensure cost-effective scalability. Develop and execute utilization optimization strategies.
• Bending the cost curve: Working with Collectibles leadership, key stakeholders and IT leaders to ensure we are looking at all opportunities to optimize our costs at industry level standards.

The ideal candidate:

• 10+ years of experience in technology procurement, strategic sourcing, or IT vendor management.
• Proven track record in negotiating multi-million-dollar IT contracts, including software licensing, cloud services, and IT infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, supplier management, and cost optimization strategies.
• Experience working in technology-driven industries, such as e-commerce, SaaS, or enterprise IT.
• Deep understanding of IT categories, including enterprise software, cloud computing, networking, and cybersecurity.
• Ability to partner cross-functionally with IT, finance, legal, and business leaders to drive procurement initiatives.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills to influence and drive business value.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead strategic technology procurement in a high-growth, tech-forward organization. If you are a results-driven procurement leader with a passion for technology and innovation, we’d love to hear from you!

The salary range for this position is $188,000-$235,000, which represents base pay only and does not include short-term or long-term incentive compensation. When determining base pay, as part of a final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training.
 

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Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally. 

Fanatics Collectibles is a leading licensor, producer, designer, and seller of physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets for entertainment and sports properties globally, as well as a manufacturer of physical and digital trading cards. It has secured exclusive licensing arrangements with major national professional sports leagues, including the MLB, NFL and the NBA, and related players associations, to produce physical and digital trading cards and other collectibles. 

Fanatics Collectibles also has partnerships with a number of individual international sports teams and leagues, as well as owners of other entertainment properties granting similar exclusive rights. Fanatics Collectibles recently announced Fanatics Live, expected to launch later in 2023, which will focus on transforming the digital shopping experience through personality-driven content and entertainment.