Sourcing Specialist - IT

NYU Langone Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 84,577 - 89,250; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits and wellness package

Generative time-off programs

Job summary

A healthcare organization in New York is seeking a Sourcing Specialist - IT to develop sourcing strategies and lead vendor negotiations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management and at least three years of experience in strategic IT sourcing. Responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders to assess software needs and managing vendor relationships. The position offers a salary range of $84,577.92 to $89,250.00 annually along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of proven experience in strategic IT sourcing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead end to end IT Software sourcing projects (7-step Strategic Sourcing Process).
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand current and future software needs.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with key software vendors.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to provide updates on sourcing initiatives.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Supplier management and performance

Market analysis

Negotiations

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

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

Job description

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Sourcing Specialist - IT. In this role, the successful candidate will collaborate closely with Medical Center IT Missions (MCIT), IT Finance, Legal, and Vendor leadership to ensure alignment with NYU's goals and objectives, emphasizing quality, innovation, competitiveness, efficiencies, and cost savings. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of different licensing models and software sourcing strategies, and will play a critical role in analyzing spend data, performing market analysis, and leading the end‑to‑end RFx process. IT Software Sourcing Specialist will report to the Software Sourcing Manager.

Job Responsibilities

• Contribute to development of annual and multi‑year sourcing strategies and plans.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand current and future software needs in IT Software.
• Lead end‑to‑end IT Software sourcing projects (7‑step Strategic Sourcing Process).
• Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with key software vendors.
• Collaborate with project owners to identify any vendor‑related performance issues.
• Lead contract and commercial negotiations with IT Software vendors to secure favorable terms, pricing, and contractual agreements.
• Stay informed about industry trends, market dynamics, and emerging software technologies.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers and assess their capabilities.
• Work closely with finance and other departments to manage and optimize costs related to IT Software and Cloud.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements to meet/exceed annual savings targets.
• Assess and mitigate risks associated with the IT Software category, ensuring business continuity and compliance with policies, procedures, contracting principles, and regulations.
• Examine and interpret business needs pertaining to cloud and on‑premises services.
• Carry out all supplier due diligence as required.
• Takes ownership for sourcing issues and actively participates in their resolution.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure alignment on sourcing strategies and objectives.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to provide updates on sourcing initiatives and performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of proven experience in strategic IT sourcing.
• Competence in core procurement skills: stakeholder management, supplier management and performance, market analysis, negotiations, etc.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and project management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) or other recognized certification.

Benefits and Wellness

NYU Langone Health offers a comprehensive benefits and wellness package that includes health, financial security benefits, generative time‑off programs, and resources for peer support.

Salary range: $84,577.92 – $89,250.00 annually. Salary may vary based on experience, education, and hospital needs.

NYU Langone Health is an equal‑opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment.