Strategic IT Sourcing Leader – Hybrid, High-Impact

SearchWorks, LLC; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

SearchWorks, LLC in Chicago, IL, seeks a Director, IT Strategic Sourcing to lead sourcing strategies, vendor governance, and cost optimization across hardware, software, cloud, and services.

Reporting to CIO, you will drive end-to-end negotiations, RFx processes, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver measurable savings and strategic value.

This hybrid on-site role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution in a global, matrixed environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IS, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Extensive IT strategic sourcing and procurement experience.
• Proven success in negotiating high‑value contracts.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven sourcing strategies.
• Ability to influence senior leaders in a matrix organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute IT sourcing and contracting strategies.
• Lead end-to-end negotiations for hardware, software, cloud, and services.
• Manage RFx processes and governance with cross-functional teams.
• Monitor contract performance and drive cost savings.
• Mentor and share expertise with teams.

Skills

IT sourcing

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

RFx processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

SearchWorks, LLC in Chicago, IL, seeks a Director, IT Strategic Sourcing to lead sourcing strategies, vendor governance, and cost optimization across hardware, software, cloud, and services.

Reporting to CIO, you will drive end-to-end negotiations, RFx processes, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver measurable savings and strategic value.

This hybrid on-site role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution in a global, matrixed environment.