Procurement Professional

Iron Mountain; United States; Remote; USD 104,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values the impact of your work on customers and the planet. As part of a dynamic team, you will develop and implement strategic sourcing plans, drive cost optimization initiatives, and lead contract negotiations in the technology sector. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with stakeholders and suppliers, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while mitigating risks. If you're passionate about making a difference and evolving your skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic sourcing and contract management.
• Strong analytical skills for market analysis and cost optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for technology categories.
• Lead complex technology contract negotiations and manage supplier relationships.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Cost Optimization

Contract Negotiation

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Supplier Management

Job description

At Iron Mountain we know that work, when done well, makes a positive impact for our customers, our employees, and our planet. That’s why we need smart, committed people to join us. Whether you’re looking to start your career or make a change, talk to us and see how you can elevate the power of your work at Iron Mountain.

We provide expert, sustainable solutions in records and information management, digital transformation services, data centers, asset lifecycle management, and fine art storage, handling, and logistics. We proudly partner every day with our 225,000 customers around the world to preserve their invaluable artifacts, extract more from their inventory, and protect their data privacy in innovative and socially responsible ways.

Are you curious about being part of our growth stor y while evolving your skills in a culture that will welcome your unique contributions? If so, let's start the conversation.

Key Responsibilities:

Technology Sourcing Strategy

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for technology categories, including software, cloud services, and cybersecurity .
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends, cost drivers, and opportunities for value creation.

Cost Optimization

• Drive cost savings and value improvement initiatives through strategic negotiations, competitive sourcing, and supplier management.
• Identify and execute opportunities for cost optimization across technology spend.

Contract Negotiation and Management

• Lead complex technology contract negotiations to ensure favorable terms, including pricing, SLAs, and risk mitigation clauses.
• Demonstrate strong contract competency by ensuring compliance with company policies and managing contract lifecycles effectively.
• Collaborate with legal, finance, and risk management teams to address contract-related issues.

Risk Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with technology sourcing, including vendor risk, cybersecurity, and compliance risks.
• Develop and enforce risk management frameworks and policies related to third-party technology vendors.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including IT, finance, legal, and senior executives.
• Understand business needs and align sourcing strategies to support overall organizational goals.
• Provide expert guidance on technology sourcing matters to stakeholders and leadership.

Supplier Management

• Develop and manage relationships with key technology suppliers, ensuring performance and alignment with contractual obligations.
• Implement supplier performance evaluation processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

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Reasonably expected salary range: $104,800.00 - $139,700.00 Category: Finance