Damian Ohare

About Damian Ohare

Strategic sourcing leader with a proven track record of modernizing procurement operations and delivering measurable business impact across high-growth SaaS, enterprise technology, and financial services organizations.At Genesys, I drive global technology sourcing strategy — balancing cost efficiency, supplier performance, and stakeholder alignment across complex, fast-moving business environments. My focus is on building scalable procurement infrastructure, negotiating best-in-class commercial terms, and enabling cross-functional collaboration between Legal, Finance, Security, and IT.Previously, I built the procurement function at Vendr from the ground up and helped transform sourcing management at Athene — consistently delivering seven-figure annual savings while improving contract governance and supplier relationships.Known for my ability to combine commercial acumen with operational precision, I help organizations move faster, spend smarter, and strengthen their vendor ecosystems.Core Expertise:Technology & SaaS Procurement StrategyContract & Supplier Lifecycle ManagementCost Optimization & KPI-Driven ReportingCross-Functional Leadership (Legal, Finance, IT, Security)Procurement Process Design & AutomationStakeholder Relationship ManagementTools: Coupa, Zip, Ironclad, Workday Strategic Sourcing

Experience

1. Strategic Sourcing Manager - Technology

   Genesys

   Apr 2024 — Present

   Lead global technology sourcing strategy across Sales, Marketing and Facilities, managing vendor partnerships and complex SaaS negotiations across the Genesys ecosystem. Partner with Legal, IT, and Finance to deliver cost savings, streamline spend visibility, and ensure compliance with corporate standards.Oversee multimillion-dollar SaaS and technology spend portfolios with focus on commercial optimization and risk mitigation.Enhance procurement infrastructure to support scalable growth across global business units.Influence key technology sourcing decisions through data-driven analysis and stakeholder alignment.

Education

• Chryston High School

  8 Standard Grades, 6 Higher's & 2 Intermediate 2 Qualifications

  2006 — 2012

• Brewton-Parker College

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General

  2012 — 2013

• Clarke University

  Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration and Management, General

  2013 — 2016

Skills

• Public Speaking
• Research
• Sales
• Customer Service
• Event Planning
• Social Media
• Hotels
• Microsoft Excel
• Leadership
• Microsoft Office
• Social Networking
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Third-Party Logistics (3pl)
• Customs Brokerage
• International Logistics
• Powerpoint
• Time Management
• Microsoft Word
• Fundraising
• Supply Chain Management