IT Procurement Manager

Michigan Farm Bureau Family of Companies; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Michigan Farm Bureau Family of Companies in Lansing, MI seeks an IT Procurement Manager to lead strategy for technology sourcing, contracting, and lifecycle management. You will optimize cost, ensure regulatory compliance, and build value-driven vendor relationships across IT, Finance, Legal, and Compliance.

The role covers software licensing, cloud solutions, cybersecurity tools, infrastructure, and IT services.

Qualifications

• Seven+ years of procurement management experience.
• Knowledge of information technology concepts and processes.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing and cybersecurity frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing, contracting, and lifecycle management of IT hardware, software and services.
• Ensure procurement activities align with regulatory requirements and internal controls.
• Negotiate vendor agreements, renewals and SLAs to optimize value and mitigate risk.
• Develop and execute IT procurement strategies aligned with enterprise goals.
• Partner with IT, Finance, Legal, Compliance to ensure proper governance and risk management.
• Mentor procurement analysts and support budget planning and TCO tracking.

Skills

Procurement management

IT concepts/techniques

Cloud computing knowledge

Cybersecurity frameworks

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The IT Procurement Manager is responsible for leading the strategic sourcing, contracting, and lifecycle management of technology goods and services to support enterprise business and technology objectives. This role ensures the effective acquisition of IT hardware, software, cloud services, and professional services through disciplined procurement practices that optimize cost, mitigate risk, and ensure compliance with regulatory, security, and internal control requirements. The IT Procurement Manager partners closely with IT, Finance, Legal, Compliance, and business stakeholders to deliver value-driven vendor relationships, support budget planning and forecasting, and advance a consistent, transparent, and scalable IT procurement framework.

The IT Procurement Manager oversees the sourcing, negotiation, and management of technology goods and services that support the companys operations. This includes software licensing, cloud solutions, cybersecurity tools, infrastructure, and IT consulting services. The role ensures all procurement activities align with regulatory requirements, internal controls, and the companys strategic technology goals.

Develop and execute procurement strategies for IT hardware, software, SaaS, cloud, and telecommunications aligned with enterprise technology objectives.

Partner with IT, Finance, Compliance, and Legal to ensure vendor contracts meet security, data privacy, and regulatory standards

Negotiate vendor agreements, renewals, and service-level commitments to achieve optimal value and mitigate risk.

Manage relationships with IT vendors, including software providers, managed service providers, and cloud partners.

Implement structured vendor performance management, including KPT tracking, quarterly business reviews and risk assessments

Support IT budget planning through cost analysis, forecasting, and total cost of ownership (TCO) tracking.

Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and audit requirements.

Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost savings, and contract standardization.

Maintain up-to-date understanding of emerging insurance technology trends and market benchmarks.

Lead or mentor procurement analysts supporting IT sourcing activities.

Required

• Bachelors degree in Business, IT, Supply Chain Management or related field and equivalent experience may be considered.

Leadership/Management Experience Required

• Seven or more years of Procurement Management experience required.
• Knowledge of information technology concepts, techniques and processes required.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing, cybersecurity frameworks, and IT infrastructure.

Preferred

• General knowledge of insurance company operations required.
• Certifications (Preferred): Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Technology Procurement Executive (CTPE), Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certifications may be considered.

Note:

Farm Bureau offers a full benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and 401K.