Strategic IT Procurement Lead - SaaS & Cloud

Verint Systems, Inc.; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Verint Systems Inc. in the United States seeks a Category Manager, IT – Indirect to lead strategic sourcing for SaaS, software, cloud services, hardware, telecom, and IT services.

You will guide cross-functional teams, negotiate contracts, and manage lifecycle to achieve cost savings and compliant supplier engagements. You will partner with IT, Information Security, Legal, Finance and business owners across the organization to drive cost reductions, optimize spend, and ensure renewal calendars

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years in strategic sourcing of indirect IT categories including SaaS.
• Experience in SaaS/software procurement and licensing models.
• Strong stakeholder and supplier relationship management.
• Proficient in MS Excel and spend/savings analysis.
• Experience negotiating complex legal agreements and SLAs.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional sourcing for SaaS, software, cloud services, and IT hardware.
• Develop category plans and manage end-to-end procurement lifecycle.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and renewal terms with vendors.
• Coordinate with IT, Legal, Finance and Security on vendor engagements.
• Monitor market conditions and drive cost savings and avoidance.
• Maintain renewal calendars and ensure compliant vendor management.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Strong communication

Negotiation

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Technology or related field

Tools

Excel

SaaS management platforms

Contract lifecycle management tools

Job description

Verint Systems Inc. in the United States seeks a Category Manager, IT – Indirect to lead strategic sourcing for SaaS, software, cloud services, hardware, telecom, and IT services.

You will guide cross-functional teams, negotiate contracts, and manage lifecycle to achieve cost savings and compliant supplier engagements. You will partner with IT, Information Security, Legal, Finance and business owners across the organization to drive cost reductions, optimize spend, and ensure renewal calendars