Job Description

Role: Strategic Sourcing Specialist II

Location: Newport Beach CA

Duration: 06 Months

JOB DESCRIPTION:

As an IT Infrastructure and Services Senior Sourcing Analyst, you will support Pacific Life’s growth and long-term success by partnering with sourcing managers to execute strategic sourcing initiatives across indirect IT spend categories. This role supports end-to-end sourcing activities, including spend and market analysis, sourcing strategy development, RFx execution, supplier evaluation and selection, and negotiation support. The ideal candidate is a proactive, analytically strong sourcing professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You are comfortable working through ambiguity, balancing strategic thinking with attention to detail, and managing multiple initiatives while delivering measurable business value.

How you’ll help move us forward:

Sourcing Execution & Analysis

• Support the development and execution of IT sourcing strategies across all IT categories including the following - Software, Services, Consulting Services, and IT Professional Services, as well as related categories such as Hardware, Telecom, Networking, Data Subscriptions, Data Center services, and other infrastructure needs
• Conduct spend analysis, market research, and supplier benchmarking.
• Support RFx development, administration, and evaluation activities.
• This could include end-to-end execution of medium risk RFx’s
• Assist with supplier negotiations and contract reviews, including redlining standard terms.
• Prepare sourcing recommendations, business cases, and stakeholder materials.

Stakeholder & Process Support

• Partner closely with Sourcing Managers, Legal, Risk, and business stakeholders to move sourcing initiatives forward.
• Track sourcing timelines, deliverables, and approvals.
• Support contract execution and handoff to Vendor Management.
• Ensure sourcing activities align with procurement policies and risk requirements.

Data, Tools & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain accurate sourcing data and documentation in procurement systems.
• Analyze sourcing results to identify cost savings, performance improvements, and trends.
• Support process improvement initiatives across the sourcing lifecycle.

The experience you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 4-7 years of experience in hands-on strategic sourcing, procurement, or related analytical roles.
• Experience supporting IT Infrastructure and IT Services sourcing initiatives.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
• Proficiency in Excel; solid PowerPoint and Word skills.
• Experience with procurement and risk tools (e.g., Coupa, Archer) preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with minimal oversight.
• Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail.
• What makes you stand out:
• Experience supporting RFx processes and contract lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Alteryx, PowerBI).
• High learning agility and comfort working in ambiguous environments.

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