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Job Title: IT Procurement Manager
Level: Mid-Senior
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic IT Procurement Manager to oversee and optimize the sourcing, negotiation, and acquisition of technology products and services. This role is critical in ensuring cost-effective procurement while maintaining quality, compliance, and alignment with our IT and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute procurement strategies for IT hardware, software, services, and cloud solutions.
- Evaluate vendor proposals, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier performance.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies, legal standards, and budget constraints.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with IT, finance, legal, and external suppliers.
- Track and report key metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
- Manage vendor risk and ensure business continuity with critical suppliers.
- Support software licensing, renewals, audits, and usage optimization.
- Conduct market analysis and stay updated on emerging trends and pricing models.
- Collaborate with IT leadership to forecast technology needs and align procurement plans.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field (MBA preferred).
- 5–8 years of experience in IT procurement or sourcing within a technology-driven environment.
- Strong negotiation skills with a deep understanding of IT contracts and SLAs.
- Familiarity with procurement tools (SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle, etc.).
- Understanding of software licensing, SaaS models, and vendor governance.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Certifications (optional):
- CPSM, CIPS, or ITIL certification
- PMP or similar project management certification is a plus
