Role summary
Responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for technology-related goods and services. Partners with internal stakeholders to source IT solutions, negotiate with suppliers, ensure compliance with procurement policies, and deliver cost-effective commercial outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end procurement activities for IT hardware, software, cloud services, telecommunications, and professional services
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand procurement requirements and develop sourcing strategies
- Prepare and manage RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, bid evaluations, and supplier selection processes
- Lead commercial negotiations, ensuring competitive pricing and favorable contractual terms
- Coordinate contract reviews with Legal, Finance, and other relevant stakeholders
- Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic technology vendors and suppliers
- Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with SLAs, KPIs, and contractual obligations
- Identify opportunities for cost optimization, value creation, and process improvements
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, governance requirements, and applicable regulations
- Support budgeting, spend analysis, procurement reporting, and market benchmarking
- Work closely with Finance to support purchase orders, invoice resolution, and budget tracking
- Stay informed on technology market trends, licensing models, and supplier innovations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Procurement, Information Technology, or related field
- 4–5 years of experience in technology procurement, strategic sourcing, or IT vendor management
- Experience procuring software, hardware, cloud services, SaaS, cybersecurity, and IT professional services
- Strong knowledge of procurement methodologies, contract management, and sourcing best practices
- Experience managing RFP/RFQ processes and commercial negotiations
- Good understanding of software licensing models and cloud procurement
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
Requirements
- Experience with ERP/procurement systems such as SAP Ariba, Oracle, or Coupa is preferred
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM, CSCP) are an advantage
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Procurement, Information Technology, or related field
Experience
4–5 years of experience in technology procurement, strategic sourcing, or IT vendor management
Skills
- End-to-end procurement management
- Commercial negotiations
- Contract management
- Strategic sourcing
- Spend analysis
- Supplier evaluation
- Stakeholder management
- Communication and presentation skills
- Software licensing model knowledge
- Cloud procurement knowledge
- Analytical and negotiation skills
Education · Experience · Type
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