Sr. Associate Sourcing Manager
Workday
- Location
- Costa Rica
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- H-1B history
- 103 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Sep 2, 2026
Skills
About this role
Your work days are brighter here. We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too.
About the Team
It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they're doing. At Workday, we're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business of enterprise applications. We work hard, and we're serious about what we do. But we like to have a good time, too. In fact, we run our company with that principle in mind every day: One of our core values is fun.
About the Role
Workday is looking for a highly motivated and efficient Senior Associate Express Sourcing Specialist with experience in software / technology to play a key role in our Source-to-Pay process. In this fast-paced role, you will be responsible for managing a high volume of low-to-medium dollar sourcing projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services. You will leverage your expertise in contract review, negotiation, and risk assessment to drive savings and mitigate potential risks while adhering to established processes and category strategies. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and possess a strong understanding of procurement and sourcing principles, we encourage you to apply!
About You
Responsibilities: Execute sourcing projects in alignment with category-level strategies and established processes for low to medium dollar sourcing projects Manage a high volume of sourcing requests, primarily low-to-medium dollar value, often with standardized procedures Support the creation, review, and negotiation of contracts, ensuring favorable terms and conditions Negotiate with suppliers on pricing, service level agreements, and other key commercial and legal terms to maximize savings and achieve defined goals Conduct risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential supplier-related risks Execute low-complexity RFQs and quick bids to identify the best-value suppliers Prioritize the utilization of preferred and existing suppliers whenever possible Meet or exceed service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) for project completion and efficiency Maintain accurate and up-to-date information in procurement systems Critical Skills: Sourcing and Procurement - ability to identify, evaluate, and acquire goods or services from external sources in a cost-effective and efficient manner Contract Management - ability to efficiently manage contractual agreements with suppliers to maximize performance and minimize risk, involving understanding the terms and conditions of contracts, legal implications, risk management techniques, and managing contract creation, execution, and analysis Negotiation - ability to analyze and evaluate different options to facilitate agreements and close deals with suppliers to reach an optimal outcome Program Management - ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet