Chief Sourcing Officer

Qwalifize LLC; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a senior-level management professional to lead IT sourcing strategies and vendor relationships. This pivotal role involves strategic planning and collaboration with technical and business leadership to ensure efficient sourcing and delivery of IT products and services. The ideal candidate will have over a decade of experience managing large teams and influencing senior stakeholders. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will drive enterprise-wide results and contribute to the overall success of the organization. If you're ready to make an impact in a multi-sourced IT landscape, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Qualifications

• 10+ years managing large, cross-functional teams and projects.
• Experience in vendor management and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee IT sourcing strategy and vendor relationship management.
• Lead the IT Sourcing Office to evaluate sourcing efficiency.

Skills

Vendor Relationship Management

Contract Negotiation

Project Management

Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Strategic Planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Master’s Degree in Information Systems

Business Administration Degree

Job description

Type:

• Contract

Full Time or Part Time:

• Full-Time

Pay Rate:

• TBD

Location:

• Tallahassee, FL

Language Requirements:

• Write, read, and speak English fluently.

Job Overview:

This is a senior level management role. Oversees strategic planning and development of sourcing strategies and programs in partnership with technical and business leadership. Accountable for enterprise-wide results. Frequently reports to a Chief Information Officer, Chief Technology Officer or IT Chief Operating Officer.

In this role you will be responsible for the development and implementation of an overall IT sourcing strategy in a multi-sourced IT environment. Acts as an integral part of the CIO’s leadership team, works closely with other IT and business leaders to develop and execute the IT sourcing strategies and programs. Leads the IT Sourcing Office in evaluating and determining the most cost-effective and efficient means of sourcing, acquiring and delivering IT products and services. Responsible for making strategic decisions on what should be in-sourced and what should be outsourced based on the IT and business strategic direction. This role focuses on the sourcing at an enterprise level and is responsible for creating the governance mechanism that is necessary to continuously coordinate and integrate the teams of vendor relationship management, contract management and administration, IT project and asset management. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Experience Requirements:

• A minimum of 10 years of experience including managing large, multiple, cross-functional team(s) and project(s) and influencing senior management and key stakeholders.
• Experience with vendor relationship management, contract negotiation, contract administration, project or asset management in a technology environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift light equipment or materials, generally up to 30-50 pounds.
• Adequate vision to perform tasks effectively, including close and distance work.
• Good hearing ability to effectively communicate and respond to auditory cues.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or other related field. Or equivalent work experience.

Dress Code:

• Business Casual

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• PTO (Paid Time Off)

Additional Information:

Drug screening, background and reference checks are performed if required. Valid identification and reliable transportation required. We are an E-Verify employer. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Our employees are authorized to work in the United States.