Strategic IT Procurement & Contracts Specialist

recruitAbility; Richfield Township (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RecruitAbility, a trusted partner for global organizations, seeks an IT Procurement & Contract Specialist to lead technology purchasing, licensing, vendor management, and contract compliance. This role emphasizes strategic negotiation, spend visibility, and a strong understanding of enterprise hardware and software environments.

The ideal candidate will manage software licensing, supplier relationships, and capital expenditures, while ensuring adherence to ISO 27001 and internal procurement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field.
• Experience with software negotiation and technology contract management.
• Strong working knowledge of computing hardware, software, and enterprise technology environments.
• Experience with software licensing, including open-source software agreements.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including functions, pivot tables, and charting.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, contracts, purchasing activities, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate pricing, terms, conditions and contract details with technology vendors and suppliers.
• Research hardware, software, and technology service requirements across the organization and identify solutions that provide the optimal balance of price, quality, delivery, and vendor support.
• Manage contracts and commercial relationships for IT suppliers and vendors, including supplier risk management.
• Monitor supplier performance and work with vendors to resolve service, delivery, quality, and contractual issues.
• Evaluate supplier performance and recommend or implement supplier changes when appropriate.
• Create, track, and submit purchase orders and purchase requisitions.
• Research, request, and process technology-related capital expenditures.
• Track technology orders through fulfillment and approve invoices for payment.
• Maintain records of yearly maintenance and service agreements.
• Maintain accurate inventories of software, services, and other technology assets.
• Conduct periodic audits and other reviews to ensure inventory accuracy, compliance, and proper utilization.
• Review software licensing agreements, vendor terms, and conditions of use.
• Maintain documentation related to software licensing and technology procurement.
• Develop, document, and maintain IT procurement procedures, policies, and processes.
• Ensure procurement and vendor-management activities support ISO 27001 and other applicable compliance requirements.
• Assist IT leadership with quarterly budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Support enterprise technology purchasing and vendor-management initiatives globally.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Software licensing

Excel

Communication

Analytical

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/Procurement system

Job description

RecruitAbility, a trusted partner for global organizations, seeks an IT Procurement & Contract Specialist to lead technology purchasing, licensing, vendor management, and contract compliance. This role emphasizes strategic negotiation, spend visibility, and a strong understanding of enterprise hardware and software environments.

The ideal candidate will manage software licensing, supplier relationships, and capital expenditures, while ensuring adherence to ISO 27001 and internal procurement