Sr Professional Strategic Sourcing - Tech Services

The pay range is $73,000.00 - $132,000.00Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at .About us:Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here.Right on pace with Target’s distinctive and beloved retail brand, the Procurement team works across the business to maximize everyresource, asset, and relationship. We use good data, in-depth analysis, and cross-functional insights to identify and communicatebest practices, elevating our sourcing and procurement activities to achieve their very highest potential.A role with Strategic Sourcing is a chance to positively impact several key areas of Target’s business. Your input will ensure thatTarget realizes the expected value from the terms of our agreements that comprise over $15 billion in annual spend towardinnovative and competitively priced goods and services. You’ll share and promote best practices across the company whiledeveloping deep category expertise and close client relationships. You’ll also collaborate with internal partners who use world-classsourcing tools and processes, build total cost of ownership financial models, deliver operational leadership, and champion supplierengagement in order to optimize leverage for Target.As a Senior Professional in Strategic Sourcing, you’ll act as a credible expert and be responsible for executing sourcing events andsupporting category strategies that deliver measurable value. You will own a portion of the team’s sourcing pipeline and supportlarge or complex negotiations with the guidance of a Lead or Director. You’ll partner with stakeholders, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to ensure projects are executed with clarity, consistency, and speed.You’ll leverage sourcing best practices, contribute to cost modeling and supplier evaluations, and work closely with legal partners oncontract execution. You’ll develop the ability to speak the language of the business and drive and manage change across theorganization with speed and agility. You’ll operate collaboratively with leadership in application of the Strategic Sourcing practice,quickly connecting our vision and strategy to project execution that aligns with stakeholder expectations. In alignment with evolvingsourcing capabilities, you’ll build proficiency in digital tools, AI-assisted analytics, and market intelligence applications – positioningyourself for future growth.Additional ResponsibilitiesManage and execute sourcing events within a defined book of businessSupport preparation and facilitation of supplier negotiations, including drafting offers, analyzing scenarios, and creating summariesCommunicate status updates, scenarios, and recommendations to business partners with a Total Cost of Ownership focusBalance business and sourcing needs and working with speed and urgencyUse standard tools and templates to build pricing models and evaluate proposalsPartner with legal on contract drafting, analysis, markups, contract finalization, and interpret relevant business impactIncorporate storytelling and influence techniques when presenting sourcing recommendations to business clients and partnersCollaborate with peers and leaders to support cross-category initiatives, playbook consistency, and internal projectDocument savings, supplier decisions, and outcomes in required systemsStay current on category-specific trends and sourcing market dynamicsAct with integrity and deploy best practices in ethical business behaviorParticipate in team trainings and routines focused on emerging sourcing capabilities such as supplier intelligence, automation, and the consultant mindset​Core responsibilities are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.About you:2+ years of relevant experience in sourcing, procurement, or business operationsStrong written and verbal communication skills (experience in public speaking and presenting)Experience working in cross-functional teams or project environmentsExposure to supplier negotiations or sourcing eventsInterest in learning how AI, digital tools, and automation are shaping the future of sourcingFamiliarity with sourcing or contract tools (e.g., Ariba, SAP, CoupaDemonstrated data literacy – able to build, interpret, and communicate insights from sourcing systems and eventsEffective in hybrid and global environments, with excellent cross-cultural communication and collaboration skillsComfortable with ambiguity and able to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment, and ability to maintain flexible work schedule around sourcing eventsProficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)Demonstrated curiosity, adaptability, and growth mindsetAbout you:4-year degree or equivalent experience2+ years of relevant experienceStrong written and verbal communication skills with experience in public speaking and presentingUnderstanding of and ability to apply multi-tiered supply chain costing and delivery modelsProficient in Microsoft Office suiteExperience in using procurement, spend management/analytics toolsets (e.g. SAP, Ariba, etc.)Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule around sourcing eventsAbility to work well with others and resolve differences of opinionMBA or Juris Doctor (JD) preferredBenefits EligibilityPlease paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: with Disabilities Act (ADA)In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.  Application deadline is : 08/27/2026SummaryLocation: 7000 Target Pkwy N,NCD-0375 Brooklyn Park,MN 55445Type: Full time