Senior Procurement Specialist

The specific pay rate and level will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications, prior experience and location. 

“A Day in the Life”

This role leads end-to-end IT sourcing and procurement, driving cost-effective purchasing strategies, vendor management, and contract negotiations. Reporting to the Director of IT Infrastructure and Cybersecurity, it oversees all third-party vendor relationships, including SOWs, contingent labor, and managed services. 

The position partners with IT and business leaders to deliver efficient sourcing processes aligned to budget and operational needs. Responsibilities include spend analysis, supplier evaluation, RFIs/RFPs, and negotiation execution. The role also ensures accuracy in software licensing, maintenance renewals, and quote validation. Requires a highly analytical, results-driven professional with strong procurement and supplier management expertise.

“What You’ll Do”

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand and document IT requirements
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize costs and ensure high-quality supply sources that deliver on a timely basis. 
• Aggregates and leverages IT spending power. 
• Identify and mitigate potential risks related to procurement and supply chain
• Works with IT stakeholders to understand current and future needs, including hardware, software, and services. 
• Implements and drives procurement strategy, policies and procedures
• Gathers stakeholder and subject-matter expertise/insights and business requirements to ensure sourcing solutions meet business needs
• Manages the planning and launch of RFIs and RFPs
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms.
• Manages supplier selection process and provides data to ensure informed selection decisions
• Monitor supplier performance and manage ongoing vendor relationships.
• Develops and maintains a list of key IT Vendors and suppliers
• Responsible for all compliance documentation for vendors
• Tracks vendor performance and evaluates the effectiveness of IT procurement
• Explores significant value-add initiatives such as vendor and spend consolidation. 
• Conducts quarterly business reviews, measures performance through scorecards
• Ensures integrity of savings tracking and reporting efforts. 
• Research and evaluate potential vendors 

• Oversee contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with company policies 

• Establish vendor agreements that align with company and customer goals
• Negotiates contract terms and conditions and coordinates with legal to execute optimal contracts with suppliers. 
• Develop cost-saving initiatives and drive efficiency in procurement processes.
• Track and manage procurement budgets and forecasts, ensure adherence to financial goals 
• Managing budgets, analyzing procurement costs, and identifying opportunities for cost savings. 
• identify software requirements
• negotiate software license agreements with vendors
• ensure that the acquired licenses align with the company's usage requirements 
• Ensure that the company maintains compliance with licensing agreements
• Leverage procurement software and tools to streamline purchasing activities.
• Continuously seek process improvements and automation opportunities within the procurement function.

“Must Haves”

• Five plus years of professional experience in IT procurement 
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business administration, logistics, finance, or related field.
• CPM, CIRM or CPIM certification a plus. 
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of procurement software and best practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong Negotiation and Communication Skills: To effectively negotiate with vendors and communicate with internal stakeholders. 
• Technical Understanding of IT: To understand the needs of IT departments and the products/services they require. 
• Financial Acumen: To analyze costs, manage budgets, and identify cost-saving opportunities. 
• Contract Management Skills: To draft, review, and manage contracts. 

Special Considerations: 

• Ability to work after-hours or weekends as necessary
• Ability for infrequent travel to company branch sites
• Some infrequent lifting of computer equipment 

“Perks”

• It’s a great place to work where you are given the space to share ideas and opinions and the bottom-line is “YOU” matter! 
• We value our employees' Quality of Life, and when it comes to mental health, recovery, and self-care, there is no one-size-fits-all approach that is why we provide resources where employees can find information on several wellness topics like nutrition, exercise, emotional health, and more! 
• We all need to rest and recharge, that’s why in addition to vacation and sick time we also offer 10 days + 2 half days company-paid holidays! 
• We offer a variety of benefits that offer you flexibility and choice, a simple selection experience, and the ability to take control over your benefit spending.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match.
• Life is unpredictable, having Company Paid Life Insurance and knowing that your loved ones will be protected financially in the event of an unexpected death can give you peace of mind.
• We also offer DailyPay, HSA, FSA, EAP and Pet Insurance! 

Flexibility & Evolving Responsibilities

This job posting is intended to convey the general nature and level of work expected in the role. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Responsibilities may evolve over time, and team members may be asked to take on additional tasks or adjust their focus in response to changing business needs—sometimes with or without prior notice. This flexibility is a valued part of our culture and supports our commitment to collaboration, agility, and shared success.

Pre-employment screenings are conducted after a conditional offer of employment is extended, in accordance with fair hiring laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, on the basis of disability and any other legally protected status. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. At this time, we do not sponsor employment visas or provide immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.

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