Strategic IT Sourcing & Procurement Lead

Request Technology, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

A prestigious financial company seeks an IT Strategic Sourcing Procurement Specialist to manage vendor communications and lead sourcing programs. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field, has experience in vendor management, and is knowledgeable about the IT market. Responsibilities include leading cost-optimization efforts and negotiating contracts. This role offers a permanent full-time position without sponsorship and includes bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates accountability and collaborates with stakeholders.
• Develops strong relationships across IT and business unit stakeholders.
• Current knowledge of the global IT product and service market and trends.
• Understands relationships with vendors.
• Process-oriented and results-focused.

Responsibilities

• Lead major sourcing programs with IT and business stakeholders.
• Identify cost-optimization opportunities globally.
• Engage businesses to align sourcing strategies with drivers.
• Negotiate IT contracts and manage vendor interactions.
• Oversee purchase order process for timely deliveries.

Skills

Accountability

Collaboration

Relationship management

Knowledge of IT market trends

Contractual understanding

Process orientation

Results focus

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business management or related field

CPSM, CPSD, CIPS qualification or similar

Job description

A prestigious financial company seeks an IT Strategic Sourcing Procurement Specialist to manage vendor communications and lead sourcing programs. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field, has experience in vendor management, and is knowledgeable about the IT market. Responsibilities include leading cost-optimization efforts and negotiating contracts. This role offers a permanent full-time position without sponsorship and includes bonus eligibility.