Sourcing Manager

Faegre Drinker is a firm designed for clients and designed for you. We understand that our people are critical to our success and we are committed to investing in our paraprofessional, administrative and operations professionals. We are always looking for talented, service-focused individuals to join our flexible and high-performing culture. With technology tools and resources that support our hybrid work environment, our colleagues enjoy a culture of learning, support for work and personal goals, opportunities to give back to our communities, and competitive benefits and rewards programs. At Faegre Drinker, you will have the opportunity to share your expertise within and across teams and contribute to our success.

Job Description Summary:

Faegre Drinker has an opportunity for a Sourcing Manager to work with our Sourcing & Vendor Governance department in our Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Chicago, Denver, Washington, D.C., or downtown Indianapolis office. You will be part of a dynamic team performing contract review, redlining, and negotiating legal and business terms with the Firms third-party vendors for a variety of products and services. This position will work with other talented individuals who share a passion for doing great work in the best interest of the Firms operations team.

Job Description:

What you would do:

• Lead the acquisition and ongoing management of various vendor-provided products and services
• Assist with managing the ongoing SaaS subscription landscape to deliver consistent, needed services to the Firm while minimizing costs and security risks to the Firm
• Engage with the Vendor Management team and coordinate with other Firm resources to ensure that pre-contract due diligence is performed
• Represent the Sourcing & Vendor Governance department in various RFx and vendor analysis/selection activities with respect to contracting concerns Assist in reviewing and evaluating the ongoing performance of the Firms strategic vendors
• Participate in the ongoing evaluation of service provider costs against contracted rates and the Firms budget expectations
• Upload fully executed contracts into the Firms Document Management System
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

What is expected:

• Ability to problem-solve
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a virtual environment (e.g., via phone, web/videoconference)
• Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-orientated environment
• Demonstrated ability to use good judgment in taking initiative while asking for direction or clarification and consulting others, as appropriate
• Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation in a collaborative environment
• Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations

What we offer:

• Flexible working environment for work-life success
• Opportunity to participate in Firm-sponsored volunteer events
• Wellness programming with personalized content and activities
• Professional environment and the opportunity to work with experts at the top of their fields
• Variety of health plan options, as well as dental, vision and 401(k) plans
• Generous paid time off

The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is $140,000.00 $150,000.00.

Actual initial salary may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location where the position is filled, in all cases consistent with applicable law. This is an exempt role and the initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for professional staff, which includes, but is not limited to, a discretionary bonus; life, health, accident, and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.

What is required:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in management, or a related field
• 5 years of experience in sourcing, where negotiation of all legal terms and conditions was a part of the job
• Proficiency in reviewing and redlining complex agreements and a high degree of comfort working from vendor paper
• Understanding of common procurement tools, online or e-Procurement systems
• Juris Doctor degree strongly preferred

Apply now if you are ready to join the Faegre Drinker team!

Application Deadline: July 6, 2026

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