Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Description & Requirements

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Electronic Arts Inc (EA) is looking for a Sourcing Specialist, Global Strategic Sourcing with experience in facilitating

market due diligence by leading competitive bid processes and driving commercial contract negotiations. You

will have experience driving internal business partner engagement, demonstrated strategic thought processes,

development of sourcing strategies, RFx, and contract negotiations.

This is a permanent position and is an individual contributor role in the Global Strategic Sourcing (GSS) team that

is in Hyderabad, India. You will be working with a variety of internal teams including Marketing including

Competitive Gaming, IT, Real Estate, Facilities (Workplace & Employee Services).

Key Responsibilities: minimum 3 years Procurement experience within a multi-national company, with demonstratable knowledge of working with Marketing teams

• Own and drive multiple sourcing initiatives simultaneously.
• Listen to our internal partner requirements, advise them on best practice, prepare and drive negotiation
  
  

strategies.

• Organise multiple business partners and support teams to effectively engage suppliers and complete
  
  

transactions.

• Increase value through direct negotiation and other sourcing methods with important suppliers.
• Partner with and influence business partner departments and build successful relationships.
• Assist business partners as they manage on-going supplier relationships.
• Work with internal subject matter experts (e.g., Legal, Finance, Security) to create contract structures
  
  

which maximise EAs return for current and long-term supplier relationships.

• Analyse significant, and/or unique contract requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions to
  
  

ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations and corporate policies and procedures.

• Understand business needs and requirements so that agreement terms are complete, scalable and cost-
  
  

effective.

• Participate in GSS team development projects to improve sourcing experience across EA.
  
  

About Electronic Arts

We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

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