Strategic IT Supply Chain & Vendor Negotiations Analyst

Tata Consultancy Services; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Annual Incentive

Comprehensive Medical Coverage (Health

Dental & Vision

Disability Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Certification & Training Reimbursement

Vacation & Holidays

Job summary

Tata Consultancy Services is seeking an IT Supply Chain Analyst to identify and evaluate IT suppliers based on company needs, budget, and technical requirements. The role negotiates contracts to secure the best pricing, terms, and service levels while building strong vendor relationships.

The position emphasizes drafting and managing IT contracts, ensuring compliance with policies, monitoring SLAs, and driving cost-saving initiatives through strategic sourcing and competitive pricing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in IT supply chain management or a similar role.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience with contract management.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential IT suppliers based on company needs, budget, and technical requirements.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure the best pricing, terms, and service levels.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key vendors and service providers.
• Draft, review, and manage IT contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Ensure that service level agreements (SLAs) and other performance metrics are met.
• Manage contract renewals, extensions, and terminations based on performance reviews.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities by analyzing and implementing strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Develop competitive pricing strategies through vendor negotiation and alternative sourcing.
• Coordinate with the IT Department for hardware and software purchases, renewals, and decommissioning.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Supplier evaluation

Education

Bachelor’s degree (IT / SCM / Business Admin)

Job description

Tata Consultancy Services is seeking an IT Supply Chain Analyst to identify and evaluate IT suppliers based on company needs, budget, and technical requirements. The role negotiates contracts to secure the best pricing, terms, and service levels while building strong vendor relationships.

The position emphasizes drafting and managing IT contracts, ensuring compliance with policies, monitoring SLAs, and driving cost-saving initiatives through strategic sourcing and competitive pricing.