Indirect Sourcing Specialist

Primary Services; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Primary Services is seeking an Indirect Sourcing Specialist for a leading organization focused on long-term IT infrastructure and digital transformation. In this mid-senior level role, you'll lead the sourcing strategy, negotiate vendor contracts, and enhance the procurement function in a collaborative and evolving environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IT procurement, vendor management, and contract negotiation.
• Strong knowledge of hardware, software, cloud, and IT services procurement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for IT goods and services.
• Lead negotiations for pricing, SLAs, delivery schedules, and contract terms.
• Conduct vendor evaluations, including financial health, compliance, and performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Vendor Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, IT,

Master’s degree or certifications such as CPSM or CSCP

Tools

Contract management systems

Microsoft Office tools

Job description

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Base pay range

$95,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr

Join a company that values collaboration, growth, and innovation—where your expertise makes an impact. Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule, a strong organizational culture, and room to grow in a stable and evolving IT procurement environment.

Primary Services is excited to announce the role of Indirect Sourcing Specialist for our client. This opportunity supports a major organization investing in long-term IT infrastructure and digital transformation. In this role, you will lead sourcing strategy, negotiate high-impact vendor contracts, and play a key role in optimizing the procurement function across the enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for IT goods and services.
• Identify and assess potential vendors, aligning selection with business goals.
• Monitor market trends, supplier innovations, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Conduct vendor evaluations, including financial health, compliance, and performance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define vendor selection criteria.
• Lead negotiations for pricing, SLAs, delivery schedules, and contract terms.
• Ensure all contracts comply with organizational and legal standards.
• Identify procurement risks and create mitigation strategies.
• Serve as primary liaison for vendor management and escalation.
• Conduct regular vendor performance reviews and improvement discussions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of contracts and vendor performance data.
• Ensure procurement processes comply with internal governance and external regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, IT, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in IT procurement, vendor management, and contract negotiation.
• Strong knowledge of hardware, software, cloud, and IT services procurement.
• Proficiency in contract management systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze vendor proposals and performance data.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and procurement best practices.
• Master’s degree or certifications such as CPSM or CSCP preferred.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology, Supply Chain, and Purchasing

• Industries

  Utilities

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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