IT Procurement Lead

Bayforce; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement solutions company is seeking an IT Procurement Specialist in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The successful candidate will lead sourcing strategies and execution for complex contracts, partnering with stakeholders to drive value and ensure best-in-class vendor selection. Responsibilities include managing vendor sourcing, contract negotiations, and governance activities. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 7+ years of procurement experience, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365. Join a fast-paced environment where you can make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience.
• Proven experience negotiating complex contracts and SOWs.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and vendor evaluations.
• Own corporate requisition and purchasing processes.
• Negotiate complex contracts and partner with stakeholders.
• Manage contract intake and governance activities.

Skills

Vendor sourcing

Contract negotiation

Financial acumen

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office 365 skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

ERP procurement systems

Oracle EBS

Tableau

Job description

The IT Procurement Specialist with lead sourcing strategy and execution for complex contracts and services. This role partners with corporate and business stakeholders to drive value, mitigate risk, and ensure best-in‑class vendor selection. Responsibilities include vendor sourcing, contract negotiation, governance, and support of end‑to‑end source‑to‑pay (S2P) processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including RFx (RFP/RFQ) processes and vendor evaluations
• Own corporate requisition and purchasing processes
• Negotiate complex contracts and Statements of Work (SOWs)
• Manage contract intake, reviews, and governance activities
• Partner with Accounts Payable on vendor setup, invoice processing, and payment support
• Develop and deliver stakeholder training on procurement, contract management, and S2P processes
• Manage maintenance and service agreements, including spend, usage, and discount validation
• Support special projects such as contract automation, vendor governance, and process improvement

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field, or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience
• Proven experience negotiating complex contracts and SOWs
• Experience with ERP procurement and payment systems
• Strong financial acumen, including GL coding and spend analysis
• Advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• CPIM or similar certification
• Experience with Oracle EBS, iProcurement, or similar platforms
• Advanced reporting and analytics skills (Tableau preferred)
• Process improvement and project leadership experience