Procurement Manager - IT

Jobot; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Indirect Procurement Manager to lead procurement strategies within a global manufacturing environment. The role requires expertise in managing indirect procurement, particularly for IT and cloud contracts, and offers significant opportunities for professional growth while working with top-tier technology platforms.

Benefits

Full benefits

Industry-leading competitive pay

Empowering work environment

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in indirect procurement.
• Strong knowledge of negotiation techniques and supplier management.
• Experience with IT platforms and managing cloud contracts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategy.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers.
• Lead a team of procurement professionals.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier Management

Communication

Leadership

Procurement Strategy

Education

Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

Tools

Oracle

Microsoft

SAP

Infor

Palo Alto

Job description

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Base pay range

$125,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr

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Job details

Remote role with up to 60% travel to company locations working onsite in the Midwest

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Salary $125,000 - $135,000 per year

A Bit About Us

U.S. Manufacturing is increasing at a record pace. Be a part of a leading manufacturing company, making some of the world's most important industry products. With industry growth, comes great opportunity to develop great people and technology.



Why join us?


You'll be empowered to think outside the box and come up with creative solutions. We offer industry leading competitive pay and full benefits. We are a growing company, with growing opportunity and a family work atmosphere.

Job Details

Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Indirect Procurement Manager to join our team in the Manufacturing industry. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a global organization, where you will play a critical role in managing and executing our indirect procurement strategy. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of indirect procurement, including IT, enterprise platforms, and cloud contracts. You will have the opportunity to work with some of the industry's leading software and technology platforms such as Oracle, Microsoft, SAP, Infor, and Palo Alto.

Responsibilities

As an Indirect Procurement Manager, you will

• Develop and implement an effective indirect procurement strategy that aligns with the company's business objectives.
• Manage and control the indirect spend across various categories including IT, enterprise platforms, and cloud contracts.
• Lead the negotiation and management of contracts with suppliers, ensuring the best value for the company.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure the procurement strategy supports these requirements.
• Work closely with IT to manage the procurement of enterprise platforms such as Oracle, Microsoft, SAP, Infor, and Palo Alto.
• Oversee the procurement process for cloud contracts, including MCA/ULA agreements and cloud implementations.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring the company's supply needs are met in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to identify areas of improvement.
• Lead and manage a team of procurement professionals, providing guidance and support to ensure they achieve their objectives.
  
  

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in indirect procurement, with a focus on IT, enterprise platforms, and cloud contracts.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and negotiation techniques.
• Experience with enterprise platforms such as Oracle, Microsoft, SAP, Infor, and Palo Alto.
• Experience managing MCA/ULA agreements and cloud implementations.
• Strong IT procurement skills, with a focus on cost-effectiveness and efficiency.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• A degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred.
  
  

Join our team and take the next step in your procurement career. You'll have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment, where you can make a significant impact on our business. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Human Resources Services, Technology, Information and Internet, and Hospitals and Health Care

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