Job Description

About Us

Data Analysis Incorporated (DAI) is the controlling entity of the O’Neil family of businesses. DAI and its subsidiaries operate in diverse industries worldwide, including global equity markets, health care, financial services, digital news, and insurance. Our global footprint allows our teams to be responsive to customer needs in a timely and efficient manner. We are dedicated to using technology and innovation to bring change and growth to our businesses. We believe in a dynamic workplace, creating engaging, informative products and services that help our customers succeed. Integrity is an essential characteristic for our firms and our associates; if this describes you, please apply!

Summary

We’re looking for a results-driven and resourceful Senior Sourcing Specialist to join our dynamic procurement team. In this highly visible role, you’ll lead strategic sourcing initiatives that drive company-wide cost savings, elevate vendor performance, and support enterprise growth, starting with a strong focus on IT procurement for hardware, software, and technology services.

You’ll play a key role in shaping supplier relationships, conducting contract negotiations, managing RFP processes, and contributing to our supplier diversity and risk management programs. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment, and enjoy turning strategy into action, this is your opportunity to make a difference.

Compensation and Schedule

• $85K to $100K yearly salary, + 10% yearly Bonus target
• Hybrid work model, 3-days in office at Plano Corporate hub, 3100 E Plano Pkwy, Plano, TX 75074

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and execute cost-saving initiatives across multiple categories—starting with IT (hardware, software, and services)

• Manage the end-to-end strategic sourcing process, including vendor identification, RFI/RFP creation, bid evaluation, and supplier selection

• Conduct contract negotiations to ensure optimal pricing, service levels, and compliance

• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to understand sourcing needs and deliver tailored procurement strategies

• Analyze supplier proposals, build comparison models, and present recommendations to leadership

• Maintain and optimize the contract database; lead renewal and renegotiation processes

• Conduct annual supplier performance reviews and support supplier relationship management initiatives

• Support the ongoing development of a diverse and resilient supplier network

• Contribute to procurement process improvement and cross-departmental projects

• Perform other sourcing-related duties as assigned

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field—or equivalent relevant work experience

• 5+ years of sourcing or procurement experience, ideally with a focus on IT categories (software, hardware, services)

• Proven success in contract negotiation and vendor performance management

Skills & Competencies

• Strong negotiation, analytical, and critical thinking skills

• Excellent communication skills—clear, confident, and persuasive (written & verbal)

• Ability to prioritize and adapt in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics NAV (preferred)

• Experience working with MBO (Management by Objectives) performance structures

Working Conditions

Must be able to perform essential job duties. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each workday), hear the telephone, and enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Data Analysis Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.