Job Description
Strategic Sourcing & Category Lead The Strategic Sourcing & Category Lead serves as a senior advisor overseeing federal category management and enterprise strategic sourcing for GA. This role drives GA-wide spend analysis, procurement planning, and sourcing optimization efforts to support modernization and cost-saving initiatives. The position works closely with PMO leadership, analytics teams, and platform stakeholders to enhance sourcing strategies, improve data visibility, and deliver executive-level insights that inform acquisition planning and decision-making. Key Responsibilities Lead federal Category Management and strategic sourcing efforts across GA. Conduct GA-wide spend analysis to identify consolidation, cost savings, and "Buy Smarter" opportunities. Define and document data requirements for Power BI dashboards and analytics teams. Coordinate closely with PMO leadership on enterprise sourcing strategies and procurement planning. Support monthly and quarterly strategic reviews, including sourcing opportunity presentations and savings projections. Partner with the Power BI/Data Specialist to build and validate the Spend Cube, updated monthly using FPDS-NG and PRISM data. Provide sourcing recommendations and contribute to executive-level briefing materials. Serve as a trusted advisor to GA leadership on acquisition planning, market research, and category strategy alignment. Support modernization efforts by aligning sourcing strategies with ESDA governance objectives. Required Qualifications Demonstrated experience in federal strategic sourcing or category management. Strong ability to analyze large datasets and translate findings into actionable recommendations. Thorough understanding of the federal procurement lifecycle. Experience collaborating with data and analytics teams to define reporting requirements. Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience engaging senior federal leadership. Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of relevant federal acquisition or sourcing experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience with FPDS-NG, PRISM, or federal spend analytics systems. Prior Department of State or federal acquisition program experience. Familiarity with Power BI requirements gathering, dashboard validation, or spend visualization. Experience supporting enterprise modernization or governance transformation initiatives. Far West Services is committed to supporting mission-driven professionals who are passionate about strengthening federal acquisition performance and delivering measurable results for our government partners.