Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more. Experian invests in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. We have an amazing team of 25,200 people in 32 countries.
Job DescriptionReporting to the Lead IT Procurement Director and operating in a hybrid capacity from our Costa Mesa, CA office typically requiring onsite presence up to two days per week. You will play a critical part in driving strategic sourcing excellence across our technology landscape. You will partner with IT and business leaders to shape category strategies, optimize supplier performance, and ensure we maximize both value and innovation from its technology investments.
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead end‑to‑end strategic sourcing initiatives across indirect technology categories
- Serve as a category subject‑matter expert and trusted advisor to IT and business stakeholders.
- Manage competitive sourcing events (RFX), develop sourcing strategies, evaluate proposals, and deliver clear, data‑driven supplier recommendations.
- Negotiate pricing, and commercial terms to achieve optimal outcomes while ensuring compliance and minimizing risk.
- Partner closely with IT, Legal, Finance, and other cross‑functional teams to support contract development, onboarding, and governance.
- Build and sustain strong supplier relationships, driving continuous improvement, innovation, and performance management.
- Identify, develop, and implement cost‑optimization and value‑creation initiatives across assigned categories.
- Monitor market trends and emerging technologies models to inform sourcing strategies and enable innovation.
- Ensure adherence to procurement policies, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.
- 5+ years of experience in technology categories strategic procurement - XaaS/cloud, AI, and other technology solutions
- Proven track record leading complex sourcing initiatives, including RFXs
- Solid understanding and experience of technology contracting - drafting, redlining, commercial term negotiation, alignment of legal terms.
- Experience in a role influencing and partnering with senior cross‑functional stakeholders.
- Proficiency with strategic sourcing tools and CLM platforms.
- Experience working in a fast‑paced, global, matrixed environment.
Benefits/Perks:
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay range for this position is listed above. Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors such as job-related skills, experience, and education. You will be also eligible for a variable pay opportunity.
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Benefits/Perks:
- Great compensation package and bonus plan
- Core benefits including medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K
- Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office
- Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays
- Explore all our exciting benefits here: https://myexperianbenefits.com/
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Skills Required
- 5+ years of experience in technology categories strategic procurement (XaaS/cloud, AI, and other technology solutions)
- Proven track record leading complex sourcing initiatives, including RFXs
- Solid understanding and experience of technology contracting, drafting, redlining, and commercial term negotiation
- Experience influencing and partnering with senior cross-functional stakeholders
- Proficiency with strategic sourcing tools and CLM platforms
- Experience working in a fast-paced, global, matrixed environment
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Healthcare Strength — Medical and dental coverage is described as strong, with expanded mental health resources and telemedicine options. Coverage includes inclusive services such as gender transition and fertility support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are generous, including substantial PTO/vacation, paid holidays, and paid volunteer days with options to purchase additional leave. Parental leave is available for birth and non-birth parents alongside flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company matching and contributory pension schemes in some regions. These elements complement base pay and bonuses to form a competitive total rewards package.
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What We Do
Experian unlocks the power of data to create opportunities for consumers, businesses and society. During life’s big moments – from buying a home or car, to sending a child to college, to growing a business exponentially by connecting it with new customers – we empower consumers and our clients to manage data with confidence so they can maximize every opportunity. We gather, analyse and process data in ways others can’t. We help individuals take financial control and access financial services, businesses make smarter decision and thrive, lenders lend more responsibly, and organizations prevent identity fraud and crime. For more than 125 years, we’ve helped consumers and clients prosper, and economies and communities flourish – and we’re not done. Our 20,600 people in 43 countries believe the possibilities for you, and our world, are growing. We’re investing in new technologies, talented people and innovation so we can help create a better tomorrow. About Experian: Bringing data to life requires creativity, passion, flexibility and expertise. We want you to share in our success. That's why we offer rewards that recognise great performance. Working in a culture of collaboration, achievement and respect we will give you the support and encouragement you need to develop your skills and talents and progress your career. Everyday our people bring enthusiasm, innovation and inspiration to work and if this sounds like you connect with us at Experian.
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