Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Procurement

As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Procurement reporting to Director of Strategic Sourcing you'll play a critical role in managing vendor relationships, driving cost-effective procurement strategies, and ensuring Nasdaq gets the best value from global supplier arrangements.

You'll thrive in this position if you're strategic, collaborative, and results-driven, have a global mindset, and bring a passion for operational excellence and process improvement to a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead supplier selection processes using thorough evaluation criteria to identify optimal vendor partners.
• Negotiate agreements to secure the best pricing, terms, and conditions across hardware, software, and services.
• Implement and manage contracts to maximize organizational benefit and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Design and optimize supply chain logistics to achieve product availability, lead time, and cost targets.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across operational, tactical, and strategic procurement processes to deliver purchasing excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 6+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management.
• Strong ability to negotiate contracts, influence stakeholders, and manage cross-functional supplier relationships.
• Clear communicator with experience in collaborative, global environments.
• Proficiency in tools or platforms such as Excel, procurement systems, contract management software, and ERP platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS, MBA).
• Experience in capital markets, fintech, or regulated industry.
• Exposure to global teams and cultural nuances in cross-border collaboration.

This position will be located in St. John's and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 3 days a week in-office, subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.