Overview: The IT Sourcing & Vendor Management Analyst role is pivotal in ensuring the CLIENT maximizes the benefits derived from our strategic alliances with technology partners and vendors. This opportunity offers engagement with diverse business stakeholders across industries such as media, healthcare, and finance.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Procurement: Identify, assess, and procure technology-related products and services vital to our organizational functions.

Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage with internal stakeholders to analyze market dynamics, conduct negotiations, and uphold superior standards while ensuring cost-effectiveness.

Global Technology Negotiations: Lead negotiations for comprehensive technology agreements spanning IT commodities like hardware, software, cloud, and managed services.

Vendor Management Tools Oversight: Maintain the accuracy and efficiency of Vendor Management tools like Salesforce and SharePoint, crucial for negotiation and process management.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, IT, or a related field.
• Experience (5 years) in technology procurement, vendor management, or strategic sourcing within the tech industry.
• Knowledge of financial accounting, pricing analysis, strategic sourcing, and vendor management concepts
• Possess a strong background in reporting, research and financial analysis of proposals. Proficiency in techniques such as Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and should-cost analysis.
• Passionate about emerging technologies and innovation and can demonstrate a curiosity about advancements such as artificial intelligence.
• Exceptional negotiation, analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Deep understanding of IT products, services, and market trends.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with business partners and strategic vendors.
• Strategic mindset and passion for efficiency, simplification, and outstanding results
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, particularly in Excel to execute RFx analysis and financial models.
• Technology-savvy to leverage eProcurement and eSourcing tools including but not limited to: Oracle, Spend Analysis tools, Salesforce.
• In contract management and evaluation methodologies.
• Familiarity with legal and regulatory aspects linked to procurement.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, and time-sensitive environment.
• Familiarity with a variety of Technology vendor concepts, practices, and procedures.