IT Procurement Director - US Shift

November 2

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Description

• Strategic Planning: • Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the overall business goals and objectives. • Collaborate with IT leaders and stakeholders to understand their needs and align procurement activities with IT initiatives. • Vendor Management: • Identify and evaluate potential IT vendors and suppliers. • Negotiate contracts and agreements to ensure favorable terms and conditions. • Establish and maintain strong relationships with key IT vendors. • Cost Management: • Analyze market trends and conditions to ensure competitive pricing. • Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality and performance. • Monitor and control procurement budgets. • Compliance and Risk Management: • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to IT procurement. • Assess and manage risks associated with IT procurement activities. • Develop and implement processes to mitigate potential risks. • Quality Assurance: • Establish and enforce quality standards for IT products and services. • Work closely with IT teams to ensure that purchased solutions meet technical specifications and requirements. • Team Leadership: • Lead and manage a team of procurement professionals. • Provide guidance, training, and support to the procurement team. • Foster a collaborative and efficient work environment. • Contract Management: • Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, from negotiation to execution and performance monitoring. • Ensure that contracts are in compliance with organizational policies and standards. • Technology Trends: • Stay informed about the latest trends and advancements in IT. • Understand the technology landscape to make informed procurement decisions. • Continuous Improvement: • Identify opportunities for process improvement within the procurement function. • Implement best practices and leverage technology to streamline procurement processes. • Communication Skills: • Effectively communicate with internal stakeholders and external vendors. • Present procurement strategies and results to executive leadership.

Requirements

• In-depth experience in managing end-to-end IT Procurement across multiple subcategories including but not limited to Software, Hardware, Cloud, Outsourcing, etc., • Experience with e-procurement and supply chain systems • A strong commercial skill with the ability to build long-term relationships with stakeholders in the business as well as key suppliers • Experience in working within a technology/telecommunications business in the supply chain, specializing in creating business value through strategic partnership agreements • Familiarity with Framework/Master Services Agreements • Strong academic background is beneficial but not essential • Procurement technical skills including negotiation skills, contract drafting, drafting of relevant RfPs, etc, and use of category management techniques in setting category plans • Outstanding negotiation and influencing skills • Proficient in the use of all Microsoft Applications, especially MS Excel • Excellent communicator in written, verbal, and presenting skills