IT Senior Procurement Manager

Job Description

Purpose:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Procurement Manager for IT Services to oversee the purchasing of IT equipment, software, and services for our organization. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working with large IT vendors such as SAP, Salesforce, and others. This role requires strong negotiation skills, a deep understanding of supply chain management, and the ability to make sound decisions quickly. This is a fully remote position based in India.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and execute comprehensive business case based on IT Procurement savings
- Develop and implement IT procurement strategies and budgets.
- Negotiate with vendors to obtain the best prices and contract terms for IT equipment, software, and services.
- Manage relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of IT products and services.
- Conduct market research to stay updated on the latest IT products and pricing trends.
- Work closely with the IT department to understand their needs and requirements.
- Evaluate and monitor contracts to ensure that vendors are compliant with contractual terms.
- Ensure that procurement activities adhere to legal guidelines and company policies.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.
- Resolve any issues or problems related to the delivery of IT products and services.
- Provide regular reports on procurement activities to senior management.

Key Competencies:

- Leadership: Ability to inspire and motivate a team, driving high performance and achieving results.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to think critically and strategically, aligning IT initiatives with business objectives.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of effectively interacting with stakeholders at all levels.
- Change Management: Experience in leading organizational change and driving adoption of new processes and technologies.
- Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of financial management principles and practices.
- Problem Solving: Ability to identify and address complex issues, developing innovative solutions.

Minimum Requirements:

Education

- Bachelors degree from accredited college or university is required

Experience

- Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in IT procurement, with a focus on large IT vendors such as SAP, Microsoft and Salesforce.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to procurement.

Other Attributes

- Experience in Pharmaceutical, Medical Device or life science industry strongly preferred
- Experience in fast-paced global multinational matrix organization
- Strong change management, communication and influencing skills
- Fluent verbal and written communication in English
- Hands-on and proactive; strong organizational skills
- Results driven and service oriented to internal and external customers

Physical Requirements

Travel

This is a global role and up to 40% travel may be required within the US and to support sites in Europe & Asia.

Preferred Requirements:

Education

- Master of Business Administration (MBA) or a related field.

Experience

- Professional certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CIPS).
- Experience with cloud-based procurement systems.

ADA Disclosure:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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