Sourcing Specialist II - AP Recruiters & Associates

Position Title: IT Sourcing Specialist (Systems & Services)

Job Summary:
The IT Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for managing the procurement of Information Technology (IT) systems and services for assigned business areas. This includes overseeing the sourcing process, managing vendor contracts, and ensuring that all IT procurement activities comply with corporate standards, legal requirements, and environmental guidelines. The role focuses on reducing total cost of ownership while ensuring quality and performance from IT suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the sourcing process for IT systems and services, collaborating with business units, legal, and technical teams to define requirements and identify appropriate suppliers.
• Prepare and negotiate contracts for IT systems and services, incorporating standard terms and conditions with necessary adjustments to fit business needs.
• Analyze bids and proposals for IT systems and services, identifying key commercial and technical differences, and recommend the best suppliers for contract awards.
• Lead or participate in IT sourcing project teams, communicating strategies, progress, and results to business stakeholders and management.
• Negotiate favorable terms with IT system and service providers, focusing on cost-effectiveness, service quality, and long-term value.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external IT vendors to ensure alignment of sourcing activities with business objectives.
• Perform market analysis and industry research to assess supplier performance and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Support data analysis, forecasting, and planning related to IT procurement needs, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance, driving down the total cost of ownership for IT systems and services while maintaining or improving service quality.
• Ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies, legal requirements, and environmental standards in all sourcing activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 1+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or IT systems and services sourcing roles.
• Strong contract management and negotiation skills, specifically for IT systems and services agreements.
• Proven ability to manage high-volume IT procurement activities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Preferred: Previous experience in sourcing for software, IT systems, or technology services.

Skills & Competencies:

• Expertise in negotiating and managing contracts for IT systems (hardware, infrastructure, etc.) and IT services (cloud services, software as a service, etc.).
• Strong analytical abilities for evaluating complex IT bids and proposals, with a focus on both commercial and technical aspects.
• Ability to lead IT sourcing projects from start to finish, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proven success in reducing IT procurement costs while maintaining or improving service levels and performance.
• Familiarity with industry best practices, trends, and technologies in IT systems and services procurement.