What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Procurement Senior Manager position at CohnReznick LLP?
As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation’s top Professional Services and Business Advisory firms, we foster teams in Advisory, Assurance, and Tax services that value innovation and collaboration in everything they do!
We currently have an exciting career opportunity for an IT Procurement Lead based out of our Chicago office.
CohnReznick is a hybrid firm and most of our professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered remote which means it does not require job duties be performed within proximity of a CohnReznick office location. However, as a remote employee, you may be required to be present at a CohnReznick office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.
YOUR TEAM.
The IT Procurement Lead will establish and lead the IT Procurement function for CohnReznick, crafting and implementing a comprehensive procurement strategy that aligns with the firm’s business objectives. This is a strategic role responsible for building a best-in-class IT procurement practice, focusing on optimizing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective technology acquisitions that meet the organization’s evolving needs.
This role will report to the Chief Information Officer and will be responsible for establishing procurement strategies, policies, and processes for all technology-related purchases, vendor relationships, and resource management. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in optimizing technology spending, ensuring vendor compliance, and driving value through strategic sourcing initiatives.
As the inaugural leader of this function, this person will serve as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor to senior leadership, facilitating decision-making processes and implementing procurement best practices. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of procurement expertise, IT industry knowledge, and a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset to drive efficiencies and support the firm’s growth.
WHY COHNREZNICK?
At CohnReznick, we’re united by a common mission to create opportunity, value, and trust for our clients, our people, and our communities. Whether it’s working alongside your peers to solve a client challenge, or volunteering together at the local food bank, there are so many ways to find your “why” at the firm.
We believe it’s important to balance work with everyday life – and make time for enjoyment and fun. We invest in a robust Total Rewards package that includes everything from generous PTO, a flexible work environment, expanded parental leave, extensive learning & development, and even paid time off for employees to volunteer.
YOUR ROLE.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
Strategic Development & Implementation :
- Develop and execute a strategic technology procurement plan, outlining policies, processes, performance metrics, and KPIs.
- Align IT procurement goals with overall corporate strategy, annual budget, and IT roadmap, ensuring the function supports long-term business objectives.
- Establish strong governance and compliance frameworks for IT procurement, ensuring all activities adhere to regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Establish procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Implement tools and systems to streamline procurement operations.
- Develop and implement strategies for IT resource procurement
- Standardize rate cards and resource engagement models
- Create processes for evaluating and onboarding technical resources
- Establish guidelines for resource allocation and utilization
- Monitor and optimize resource costs across projects
Vendor Management & Negotiations :
Cost Optimization & Value Delivery :
Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication :
Risk Management & Compliance :
Process Improvement and Automation :
YOUR EXPERIENCE.
The successful candidate will have :
Education :
Experience :
Preferred Qualifications :
Interpersonal Skills :
Analytical Skills :
Studies have shown that we are less likely to apply to jobs unless we meet every single qualification. At CohnReznick, we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our other roles.
In Chicago, the salary range for a Information Technology Senior Manager is $140,000 to $190,000. Salary is one component of the CohnReznick total rewards package, which includes a discretionary performance bonus, generous paid time off, expanded and inclusive parental benefits, and access to best-in-class learning and development platforms, to name a few. To learn more about life at CohnReznick, visit
Life at CohnReznick
CohnReznick is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive team to drive business results and create a better future every day for our team members, clients, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please see
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Salary : $140,000 - $190,000
