Sr. Director, IT Sourcing

Job SummaryThe Sr. Director, IT Sourcing is responsible for setting and executing the global IT sourcing strategy to support CSL’s enterprise-wide Technology Modernization agenda, reduction in technical debt, major ERP and systems upgrades and key strategic programs. This role operates with enterprise-level visibility and influence, managing large-scale partnerships, and is accountable for driving multi-year value creation, governance, and innovation across CSL’s global technology supplier ecosystem. The role will establish and lead a best-in-class IT Sourcing Category team supporting $450M spend under management, supporting the Partnership Enterprise Office model and ensuring alignment between technology strategy, sourcing outcomes, and CSL’s long-term business objectives. It will need to regularly engage C-Suite executives from our key technology base. It will also have accountability for enterprise value delivery and risk outcomes.Reports To: Global Head of Indirect ProcurementDirect Reports:  Global IT Category Leads (5–8) plus matrix teamsThis is a hybrid role, which offers a combination of an onsite and remote work schedule.  #LI-hybridResponsibilities:IT Sourcing Strategy & Technology ModernizationDefine and execute multi-year IT sourcing strategies aligned to CSL Technology Modernization programs.Develop value delivery frameworks via strategic partnership models, ensuring measurable outcomes across cost, innovation, and capability uplift.Align sourcing strategies with enterprise technology investment priorities and governance forums.Proactively work with the business to reduce technical debt and collaborate on improving rigor to avoid new technical debt being created through partnerships and technical platforms sourced from within non-IT functions.Strategic Supplier Relationship Management & GovernanceEstablish executive-level governance models with strategic IT suppliers aligned to CSL Partnership Enterprise Office principles.Orchestrate supplier relationships across all levels including C-suite engagement to drive collaboration, innovation, and accountability.Lead governance forums, performance reviews, and value tracking mechanisms across IT partnerships.Leads and structures global team to execute procurement and contracting activities fully aligned with the Strategic Priorities of IT and the wider business and in compliance with company policies and procedures.Category Management, Procurement & Commercial LeadershipOwn global IT sourcing categories including software, cloud, infrastructure, cyber, and digital services.Lead complex commercial negotiations with hyperscalers, SaaS vendors, and strategic technology partners.Drive total cost of ownership optimization, contract strategy, and commercial innovation.Supplier Performance, Risk & Compliance Management Establish KPIs, ensure value delivery, and oversee supplier performance and risk mitigation.Establish and track KPIs across supplier performance, innov...