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Job Description
Global Procurement, part of the Global Finance organization, enables enterprise-wide value by leading the end-to-end sourcing of goods and services in partnership with business leaders. The function optimizes supplier selection across cost, quality, innovation, resilience, and risk, while ensuring compliance with regulatory and corporate standards.
Within Global Procurement, Technology Sourcing supports Visa’s Technology organization and its most critical initiatives. The Director, Global Technology Sourcing is a senior individual contributor and leader responsible for developing and executing technology sourcing strategies across key categories including software, SaaS, cloud, and AI. Reporting to the VP, Global Technology Sourcing or Sr Director, the role manages a significant spend portfolio, often 100M+ dollars annually, and serves as a trusted advisor to Technology, Finance, and Executive stakeholders.
Balancing strategic leadership with hands-on execution, the Director leads complex sourcing initiatives, negotiations, and supplier relationships to drive operational efficiency, value creation, and risk mitigation. The role is instrumental in translating enterprise Technology Sourcing strategy into actionable category plans that directly support the objectives of the VP, Global Technology Sourcing.
Key Responsibilities:
Stakeholder Engagement & Executive Partnership:
Category Strategy & Market Expertise:
Strategic Sourcing & Commercial Negotiations:
Supplier Relationship Management & Performance:
Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement:
This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.
Visa requires at least 3 days in office, expectations of these days will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.Qualifications
Basic Qualifications • 10 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or at least 8 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters/ MBA/JD/MD) or at least 3 years of work experience with a PhD Preferred Qualifications • 12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 8-10 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 6+ years of work experience with a PhD • 8-10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and/or procurement, with a strong focus on leading Technology category development and management. • Deep expertise in technology sourcing (cloud, software/SaaS, AI), with working knowledge of hardware, infrastructure, and data center services. • Demonstrated experience developing and executing category strategies in large, matrixed orgs. • Proven track record of leading complex negotiations and delivering measurable value. • Strong financial and analytical acumen, cost modeling, and TCO analysis. • Excellent written, verbal, presentation skills, and effective communication at executive levels. • Experience managing and influencing supplier executive relationships. • High level of self-motivation and initiative, and ability to operate as a team player. • Offer thought leadership, think creatively, and offer new ways of approaching old problems. • CPSM or other relevant industry certification preferred. • Background in software license compliance or IT asset management a plus.
U.S. Applicants Only
The estimated salary range for this position is $153,600.00 to $ 245,900.00 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity.Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.Work Hours
Varies upon the needs of the department.
Travel Requirements
This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.
Mental/Physical Requirements
This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.
Visa is an EEO Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protect veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.Visa has been a proud sponsor of the Olympic Games since 1986. Sport unites people, communities and nations. It enriches people’s lives and creates economic development opportunities. In today’s world, where brand and trust mean so much, the Olympic Games reflect those equities found at Visa — worldwide acceptance, reliability, versatility and leadership. Sponsoring the Olympic Games makes good business sense for Visa and our clients.