Senior Procurement Manager

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced IT Strategic Sourcing Senior to lead global procurement initiatives for IT Software and Telecom.
Key Responsibilities:

Category Strategy & Execution

• Develop and implement global procurement strategies for IT Software and Telecom in alignment with the Annual Operating Plan and Strategic Category Plan.
• Lead sourcing initiatives to drive cost savings, improve quality, and reduce working capital.

Supplier Management

• Oversee supplier selection, RFI/RFQ processes, contract negotiations, and performance management.
• Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews and maintain a robust supplier scorecard process.
• Foster strong relationships with key supplier leadership.

Contracting & Procurement Operations

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes from intake to purchase order issuance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate Master Service Agreements and Statements of Work.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Cost Optimization & Value Creation
• Identify and implement savings opportunities through supplier programs, enterprise discounts, and consumption reduction.
• Improve working capital through payment term negotiations, lead time reductions, and inventory optimization.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with IT Service Owners to understand business needs and translate them into sourcing strategies.
• Support tactical procurement escalations and reporting as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Information Technology, or Business.
• Experience in contract management, strategic sourcing, or IT procurement.
• Proven success in negotiating contracts and delivering cost savings.
• Experience managing IT commodities such as enterprise software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft). - M&A Experience a Plus
• Proficiency in RFP/RFQ/RFI processes.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain or Business Administration.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, PMP, CIPS).
• Experience working in matrixed, global environments.
• Familiarity with SAP, e-sourcing platforms, and procurement tools.
• Strong business and financial acumen.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $76.00 - $79.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Referral program

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• IT procurement: 4 years (Preferred)
• SAP: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: In person