VP/ SVP, Technology Strategic Sourcing Manager, Tech COO, Group Technology

Role Overview

We are looking for a Technology Strategic Sourcing Manager to join the Tech COO function, focusing on shaping sourcing strategies, evaluating vendor options, and partnering with Procurement and Technology teams to deliver strong outcomes across software, cloud, infrastructure, and IT services.

This role focuses on partnering closely with Technology, Procurement, and control functions to shape sourcing strategies, evaluate vendor options, and support end-to-end sourcing outcomes across key technology domains including software, cloud, infrastructure, and IT professional services.

The successful candidate will bring a strong understanding of technology, vendor landscape, and commercial considerations to enable structured, forward-looking sourcing decisions aligned to business and technology priorities .

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Strategy

Develop and drive sourcing strategies across technology categories such as software, cloud, infrastructure, and IT services

Evaluate vendor landscape and identify solution options aligned to business and technology objectives

Support vendor optimisation initiatives, including consolidation and introduction of alternative solutions

Contribute to vendor strategies that enhance flexibility, interoperability, and reduced dependency on single vendors where appropriate

Requirements Definition & Solution Evaluation

Partner with Technology stakeholders to define and refine requirements

Translate business and technical needs into structured sourcing and evaluation approaches

Assess vendor solutions across capability, scalability, resilience, and long-term alignment

Go-to-Market & Sourcing Execution

Design sourcing approaches including vendor strategies and evaluation frameworks

Prepare sourcing materials and inputs required for market engagement

Commercial & Negotiation Support

Provide input into commercial discussions, including pricing structures, licensing, and service models

Ensure alignment between commercial terms and intended solution design

Support contract discussions by providing relevant technology and business context

Collaborate with Procurement teams to support RFI/RFP/RFQ processes and vendor selection

Stakeholder Management & Business Partnering

Act as a key interface between Technology, Procurement, and control functions

Build strong partnerships to drive alignment and effective decision-making

Influence sourcing outcomes through structured analysis and recommendations

Governance & Risk Alignment

Ensure sourcing activities align with internal governance frameworks and third-party risk requirements

Support processes and documentation required for audit and compliance

Pipeline Planning & Market Insight

Drive forward planning of sourcing activities, including renewals and upcoming initiatives

Apply market insights, benchmarking, and spend analysis to inform sourcing decisions

Requirements

Experience

6–12+ years of experience in technology sourcing, procurement, consulting, or vendor management

Experience working across technology domains such as software (SaaS/on‑prem), cloud, infrastructure, and IT services

Exposure to vendor evaluation, sourcing strategy, or category management

Skills & Capabilities

Strong analytical and structured thinking ability

Ability to translate business needs into sourcing approaches and solution options

Good understanding of technology vendor landscape and market dynamics

Commercial awareness across pricing, licensing models, and contracts

Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills

Domain Knowledge

Familiarity with technology architecture and solution considerations

Understanding of sourcing, procurement, and vendor engagement processes

Experience in financial services or regulated industries is an advantage

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, Engineering, or related field

Professional certifications (e.g. CIPS) are advantageous

Why Join

Opportunity to contribute to a growing Technology Sourcing Strategy function within Tech COO

Work on high-impact technology and vendor decisions across the organisation

Collaborate across Technology, Procurement, and Risk teams to deliver well-rounded sourcing outcomes

Operate at the intersection of technology, strategy, and commercial decision-making

Location:

DBS Asia Hub

Job:

Risk Management.

Schedule:

Regular

Employee Status:

Full time