IT Indirect Sourcing Lead: SaaS, Cloud & Tech

Verint Systems, Inc.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Verint Systems, Inc. in the United States seeks a Category Manager, IT – Indirect to lead sourcing, negotiation and contract management for indirect IT spend, focusing on SaaS, software, cloud services, IT hardware, telecom and data network services.

You will guide cross‑functional teams and manage the SaaS/software procurement lifecycle from intake to renewal, negotiate terms, maintain renewal calendars, and drive cost savings while aligning with procurement policy.

Qualifications

• Five+ years in strategic sourcing of indirect IT categories (SaaS, cloud, hardware) with measurable results.
• Experience negotiating complex SaaS/software agreements and licensing terms.
• Strong familiarity with vendor management and renewal calendars.
• Ability to collaborate with IT, Legal, Finance and executive stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to develop category plans and cost reduction strategies.
• Manage end-to-end SaaS/software procurement lifecycle from intake to renewal.
• Negotiate terms, pricing models, and service levels.
• Monitor market conditions and identify supply continuity risks.
• Establish global collaboration and ensure compliance with procurement policies.

Skills

Indirect IT sourcing

SaaS procurement

Contract negotiation

Vendor management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Cost savings

Cloud platforms

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Technology or related field

Job description

Verint Systems, Inc. in the United States seeks a Category Manager, IT – Indirect to lead sourcing, negotiation and contract management for indirect IT spend, focusing on SaaS, software, cloud services, IT hardware, telecom and data network services.

You will guide cross‑functional teams and manage the SaaS/software procurement lifecycle from intake to renewal, negotiate terms, maintain renewal calendars, and drive cost savings while aligning with procurement policy.