Ready to be pushed beyond what you think you’re capable of?
At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom in the world. It’s a massive, ambitious opportunity that demands the best of us, every day, as we build the emerging onchain platform — and with it, the future global financial system.
To achieve our mission, we’re seeking a very specific candidate. We want someone who is passionate about our mission and who believes in the power of crypto and blockchain technology to update the financial system. We want someone who is eager to leave their mark on the world, who relishes the pressure and privilege of working with high caliber colleagues, and who actively seeks feedback to keep leveling up. We want someone who will run towards, not away from, solving the company’s hardest problems.
Our work culture is intense and isn’t for everyone. But if you want to build the future alongside others who excel in their disciplines and expect the same from you, there’s no better place to be.
As a key member of Coinbase’s Finance team, the Strategic Sourcing Manager plays a critical role in optimizing vendor relationships, managing multimillion-dollar contracts, and driving financial risk mitigation strategies that support Coinbase’s mission. This role demands a high level of expertise in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and data-driven decision-making, while embodying Coinbase’s values: Act Like an Owner, Clear Communication, Customer Focus, Efficient Execution, Continuous Learning, and Positive Energy.
This position entails managing highly complex sourcing challenges and driving significant impact across the company. With discretion and autonomy, you will lead sourcing strategies, influence policies, and manage multimillion-dollar vendor relationships. You are expected to leverage deep technical knowledge, advanced communication, and cross-functional leadership skills to shape Coinbase’s sourcing decisions and strategic direction.
What you’ll be doing (ie. job duties):
- Strategic Leadership: Act as a trusted advisor to internal teams and a primary external-facing representative for vendor communications and negotiations.
- Advanced Negotiations: Lead contract negotiations for new and existing suppliers, partnering with Legal and business stakeholders to secure favorable terms.
- Risk Mitigation: Develop and deploy sourcing strategies that reduce financial, legal, and operational risks, and ensure compliance with company policies.
- Spend Management: Execute and oversee spend management projects, with goals to optimize savings, enhance process efficiency, consolidate suppliers, and improve transparency and control.
- Complex Analysis: Conduct market research, RFx strategy development, supplier evaluations, and detailed cost modeling to drive award recommendations and sourcing strategies.
- Stakeholder Communication: Clearly communicate sourcing decisions and their impact to leadership while aligning cross-functional teams on project objectives.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive adoption of best-in-class sourcing practices and foster innovation through cutting-edge tools and technologies.
What we look for in you (ie. job requirements):
- Education & Background:
- BA/BS in Business, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, or related fields is required; MBA or advanced degree is highly preferred.
- 7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, preferably in high-growth, fast-paced industries.
- Skills & Expertise:
- Proven ability to manage and negotiate multimillion-dollar contracts and vendor relationships.
- Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills with demonstrated ability to drive creative problem-solving and impactful decision-making.
- Experience leading large-scale projects with cross-functional teams.
- Expertise in spend management tools and mitigation frameworks.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities effectively.
- Leadership & Communication:
- Advanced negotiation skills with the ability to influence and align cross-functional teams at all levels of the organization.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with expertise in delivering clear, concise recommendations to leadership teams.
- Cultural Fit:
- Passionate about Coinbase’s mission and the future of digital currencies.
- Demonstrated alignment with Coinbase’s values of ownership, efficient execution, customer focus, and continuous learning.
Nice to haves:
- Paralegal certification or formal contract law training.
- Familiarity with sourcing and spend management technologies.
- Actively engaged in the crypto space or a Coinbase user.
Job #: P70679
Please be advised that each candidate may submit a maximum of four applications within any 30-day period. We encourage you to carefully evaluate how your skills and interests align with Coinbase's roles before applying.
Commitment to Equal OpportunityCoinbase is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected by applicable law. Coinbase will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. For US applicants, you may view the Know Your Rights notice here. Additionally, Coinbase participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.
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