Requisition Number: 157183

Position Title: Manager I, Global Sourcing (IC)

External Description:

Job Description:  Strategic Sourcing Manager – Global Strategic Sourcing Department

Electronic Arts (EA) is looking for a strategic sourcing manager to join its Finance team in Shanghai to contribute to the sourcing function’s development in the region.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional business partnering and clear communication skills, an understanding of indirect procurement practices and the ability to lead sourcing events from end to end. He/she will be focused on being a value-add facilitator assisting EA internal business partners in meeting their operational and financial objectives. The successful candidate will work in partnership with a variety of internal business units including IT, Workplaces (Facilities), Studios and Marketing with a primary emphasis on supporting teams in China and Korea. 

This is a newly created role working within a global team reporting to a manager based in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build successful relationships with business partners and drive increased spend penetration by demonstrating value add on projects.
• Listen to business partner needs, educate them on sourcing, negotiate agreements.
• Perform market analysis and complete data gathering to support/develop procurement decisions and strategies.
• Drive increased value through direct negotiation and other sourcing methods with key suppliers.
• Organize and lead cross-functional teams to effectively engage suppliers, including working with EA Legal and subject matter experts to create contract structures which maximize EA’s return for current and long-term vendor relationships.
• Analyze significant and/or unique contract requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations and corporate policies and procedures.
• Understand business needs and requirements so that purchase agreements terms are complete, scalable and cost-effective.
• Assist Business Partners as they manage on-going vendor relationships.
• Perform spend data analysis and produce recommendations.
• Participate in team development initiatives to improve sourcing experience across EA

Job Attributes:

• Negotiator. This individual will negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing with EA Suppliers for a range of products and services. They will be responsible for collecting contract requirements, developing contractual agreements, negotiating terms and presenting deals to senior management.
• Communicator. Deliver concise and clear email communications, explain complex business agreements with well-constructed summaries, and to develop and lead vendor negotiations.
• Facilitator. Address and confront difficult realities in a positive and constructive manner. This includes partnering with others to schedule, manage, and perform on numerous projects in parallel.
• Value Driver. Demonstrate a track record of increasing value with vendor agreements. For example, familiarity with the terms and deal structures which promote or ensure adequate delivery of services, reduce operational costs and/or reduce price.
• RF(x) Manager. Responsible for preparing RFI/RFQ/RFP documents with requesting departments, evaluating proposals, and assisting in the selection of bidders.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree and 6+ years relevant Strategic Sourcing/Procurement experience

Experience with indirect spend preferably focused on Technology and/or Marketing

Experience working within a US or European multinational company

Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Excel

Preferences:

Institute of Supply Management Certification or equivalent industry certification

Experience in working with a remote manager and remote teams across different time zones

Languages:

Fluent in English and in Mandarin

Other Asian languages would be a plus

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Community / Marketing Title: Strategic Sourcing Manager

Company Profile:

We are a global team of creators, storytellers, technologists, experience originators, innovators and so much more. We believe amazing games and experiences start with teams as diverse as the players and communities we serve. At Electronic Arts, the only limit is your imagination.

EEOText:

About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

Days Open: 70

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EEO Employer Verbiage:

About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.