IT Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Associate

HTC Global Services, Inc.; Dearborn, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

HTC Global Services seeks an IT Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Associate to lead procurement of IT hardware, software, and services. You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring compliance with policies.

You will collaborate with internal teams to meet business needs, develop sourcing strategies, and drive continuous improvement in a hybrid Dearborn location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 0–3 years of experience in Supply Chain, Commodity Management, or Program Management ( automotive industry preferred ).
• Strong leadership, purchasing, and contract negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to communicate across all levels and summarize information clearly.
• Strong analytical skills with data interpretation and insights.
• Foundational knowledge of IT categories: hardware, software, IT services.
• Experience leading complex strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiations.
• Adaptable, resourceful, able to handle changing priorities in ambiguity.
• Recent graduates with IT experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage sourcing strategies for IT products and services across business units.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, reduce tail-spend, and improve value.
• Report KPIs and sourcing results to senior leadership.
• Build strong relationships with internal partners to align requirements.
• Manage supplier relationships, track performance, and conduct reviews.
• Lead, mentor, and support a team of buyers and coordinate with global partners.
• Guide performance objectives and optimize workload distribution.
• Lead complex strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiations.

Skills

Leadership

Purchasing

Contract negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

IT categories knowledge

Strategic sourcing

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business, or related field

Job description

IT Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Associate

Location: Dearborn (MI) | Employment Type: Full Time - 40 hours per week | Job Level: T2 | Work Preference: Hybrid | Job Code: 244460

Job Description:

JOB TITLE

IT Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Associate

The IT Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Associate will be responsible for leading and executing procurement strategies for Information Technology hardware, software, and services. This role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, identifying cost‑saving opportunities, ensuring compliance with procurement policies, and collaborating with internal departments to meet business needs.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong negotiation skills, a foundational understanding of indirect spend categories, and experience supporting or managing procurement and strategic sourcing processes within a team environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive sourcing strategies for Information Technology products and services across business units.
• Identify and achieve value creation and cost‑saving opportunities, including redundancy reduction and tail‑spend control.
• Report key performance indicators and sourcing results to senior leadership.
• Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with internal business partners to understand requirements and ensure alignment.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers, manage supplier performance against KPIs, conduct business reviews, and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team of buyers and support coordination with global purchasing partners.
• Provide guidance, establish clear performance objectives, manage workload distribution, and foster a collaborative and high‑performing team environment.
• Lead and execute complex strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 0–3 years of experience in Supply Chain, Commodity Management, or Program Management, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Strong leadership, purchasing, and contract negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across all levels of an organization and translate detailed information into clear, concise executive summaries.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and present insights clearly to various audiences.
• Foundational knowledge of Information Technology categories, including hardware, software, and IT services.
• Experience leading and successfully executing complex strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiations.
• Highly adaptable and resourceful, with the ability to manage changing priorities and thrive in ambiguous environments.
• Recent graduates with 2–3 years of IT experience and a strong interest in receiving training in this area may also be considered.

What Makes HTC A Great Place To Build Your Future

HTC Global Services wants you to join our team. Come build new things with us and advance your career. At HTC Global, you’ll collaborate with experts, work alongside clients, and be part of high‑performing teams driving success together. You’ll have long‑term opportunities to grow your career and develop skills in the latest emerging technologies.

At HTC Global Services, our employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits can include Group Health (Medical, Dental, and Vision), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) matching, Group Life and Disability insurance, Professional Development opportunities, Wellness programs, and a variety of other perks.

Our success as a company is built on inclusion and diversity. HTC Global Services is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. We celebrate differences and believe that diverse cultures, perspectives, and skills drive innovation and success. HTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud National Minority Supplier. We seek to empower each individual, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, included, and respected.

At HTC Global Services, our culture is an embodiment of who we are – a value‑led organizationcommitted to success of our people and customers.

• Hybrid and Workplace flexibility
• Work-Life-Balance
• Well‑defined career development plan
• Rewards & Recognition program
• L&D focuses on upskilling
• Hands‑on experience on Emerging Technologies and Digital Transformation
• Career Mobility programs